This October half term, things are getting a little spooky at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary! Pick up our free Halloween Trail when you arrive and keep an eye out for pictures of ghosts all around the sanctuary – you’ll find 8 in total. Put the letters together and discover the mystery word – clue: it’s donkey and Halloween related! 

Our signature Donkey Experience is available every day all year except Thursdays and Fridays. It’s the most fantastic opportunity to become an honorary member of our team for a couple of hours. You’ll learn about how we care for our animals and help our staff as they go about their day-to-day duties. You could do find yourself doing anything from grooming to picking up poo! It’s a real ‘behind the scenes’ experience.
Advance bookings only (48hrs notice required). Ages 11 years and over. £50 per person. 

Take a walk when you’re with us. Nestled in 55 acres of picturesque Isle of Wight countryside in the Wroxall valley, our sanctuary has lots of lovely walks onsite, including a tranquil meadow walk and our newly opened Whiteley Bank paddock area, which has the perfect spot for a picnic on a sunny autumn day. From the sanctuary it’s a couple of miles walk over footpaths to the quaint village of Godshill. If you’re feeling energetic you can turn that stroll into circular walk and come back to the sanctuary via historic Appuldurcombe House for a hot chocolate with all the trimmings and slice of cake in the cafe. 

Until 3 November we are open 7 days a week from 10am to 4.30pm with over 100 donkeys, miniature Shetland ponies and a mule just waiting to meet you. We love all animals, and dogs on leads are very welcome to visit too. We offer free entry and free parking.

Please note, from Monday 4 November we will be closed to visitors on Thursdays and Fridays.