Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

A forever home and exceptional care for donkeys and equines on the Isle of Wight.

Founded in 1987, our charity relies entirely on donations and fundraising to help look after our animals.

We rescue donkeys who have been abandoned, made homeless, have lost their grazing or can no longer be looked after. We give the absolute best care to our donkeys, and have a welfare regime to match their individual needs. Our staff look after most of the medical needs of our donkeys, ranging from minor scrapes, coughs and colds, to more serious conditions.

Our donkeys visit residential homes within the Isle of Wight community, where they provide a delightful sensory experience for residents and staff alike. We visit Alzheimer’s Centres, organisations for those with special needs, day centres, and nursing homes. Our donkeys love the fuss and attention, whilst humans love our donkeys.