Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 December 10:30am to 3:00pm 👇
Christmas is coming! Join us at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary for relaxed and friendly celebrations, whether you're enjoying a walk and fresh air over the festive period or bringing the family to visit Santa as the big day approaches. 🎄
🎅 20 & 21 December - Santa’s Grotto with our donkeys! 🎅
Santa will be making a special visit to the sanctuary this year. His grotto will be located in the donkey barn, where he’ll be joined by his elves and watched over by some of our friendly donkeys. He’ll be meeting visitors throughout the day from 10:30am to 3pm. Everyone who visits Santa will receive a small gift to take home.
You’ll be able to book on the day (subject to availability) OR secure a slot online via our Christmas blog 👉
https://www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org/christmas2025attheiowdonkeysanctuary
ℹ️ Special opening for visitors with additional needs:
On Saturday 20 December, from 10am to 10:30am, visitors with additional needs will be able to book into our ‘quiet time’ offering a calmer opportunity to meet Santa.
'Quiet session' bookings need to be made online via our Christmas blog 👉
https://www.iowdonkeysanctuary.org/christmas2025attheiowdonkeysanctuary
✨ But that's not all!
The rest of the sanctuary will be full of Christmas cheer! Join us for:
🎶 Music from local choirs in the barns.
🐎 Carriage rides with Robert and Murray the pony.
🍷 Mulled wine and seasonal treats in the café courtyard.
🛍️ Last minute Christmas shopping in our wonderful shop.
With over 100 donkeys, ponies and Phoenix the mule to meet, this promises to be a wonderful festive weekend for everyone – full of fresh air, friendly faces and seasonal magic. ✨
For full details please visit our website: iowdonkeysanctuary.org/christmas2025attheiowdonkeysanctuary
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