Below is a list of recent news releases issued by The Donkey Sanctuary. Please feel free to contact our Press Office if you have a press/media enquiry.

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Weymouth beach donkeys aim for top national award

Donkey rides on Weymouth Beach, Dorset Coast

Judging of Weymouth’s beach donkeys will take place on the beach on Sunday 23rd August at 1pm as part of a national competition run by the Sidmouth-based Donkey Sanctuary.

Donkey Sanctuary to hold carnival themed holiday workshops

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The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth will be holding carnival-themed holiday workshops for children on Tuesday 18th and Wednesday 19th August.

These interactive events will include making masks or musical instruments, and colouring (content may vary).

Donkey team saves Mexican Mule

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Adolfo with his mule

The Donkey Sanctuary based in Sidmouth has been able to help Adolfo, a Mexican man, by providing life-saving treatment to his mule which he relies on to carry out his daily tasks.

Charity Summer Fair

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Summer fair 2008 - face painting

The Donkey Summer Fair is planned to be the biggest family event to take place this year at The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth – it starts at 10am this Sunday 16th August and admission is free.

Donkey Sanctuary to hold beach themed holiday workshop

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The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth will be holding beach-themed holiday workshops for children on Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th August.