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Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

Animal Collection / Zoo

Lower Winstone Farm
Whiteley Bank
WROXALL
Isle of Wight
PO38 3AA

Tel: 01983 852693

Donkeys at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, attraction, Wroxall

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Free Admission Ticket	Free

The Sanctuary is a free entry, free parking site with a gift shop and a cafe. We survive because of the goodwill of supporters, visitors and people who adopt donkeys or buy products in our shop and cafe.

Book Tickets

Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Disabled Parking
Disabled persons toilet
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

Cafe
Catering for groups
On-Site cafe/restaurant
Outdoor eating area
Picnic area
Picnic Site
Refreshments Available
Take away food
Vegetarians catered for

Children & Infants

Baby changing
Children's Meals
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Highchair(s) available

Establishment Features

Dogs Accepted
Dogs admitted on a lead
Dogs welcome
Gift shop
Groups by arrangement
Groups welcome
Guided tours
Guided tours by arrangement
Open all year round
Open on bank holidays
Toilets

Group Travel

Out of Hours Visits

Parking & Transport

Coach parking
Free parking
On Site Car Parking
On site parking
Parking (free)

Payment Methods

Delta
Delta accepted
MasterCard
MasterCard accepted
Visa
Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

Countryside Setting
No smoking
No Smoking Attraction

Specialist Features

Educational Groups
Information Point

Tours and Demonstrations

Demonstrations Given
Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Guided Tours Available for Individuals

Travel & Trade

Wi-fi available

Map & Directions

Click here to view map

Special Offers

Spring Walking Festival Offer - 10% Off in Cafe

Visit the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary during the Spring Walking Festival - 11 to 19 May - and enjoy a 10% discount in their award winning café.* The cafe offers a range of delicious baguettes to go, fabulous cakes, hot food and more. Why not treat yourself to a post walk cream tea! Gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options available.

Simply show your reservation for any Spring Isle of Wight Walking Festival walk when you pay to receive your 10% discount.

The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is home to over 100 donkeys, ponies and mules. Nestled in 55 acres of beautiful Isle of Wight countryside, it’s the perfect pit stop when you’re out walking. You can easily access the sanctuary via several different walking routes.

*Offer valid only during the Spring Walking Festival and is not available on their afternoon tea.
Food & Drink - redeem this special offer between 02/04/2024 and 19/05/2024
Walking Festival Offers - redeem this special offer between 02/04/2024 and 19/05/2024
Offer link: Food & Drink, Walking Festival Offers

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Access Information

PARKING

Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities

Designated parking within about 50 metres of main entrance

Flat route with no steps from parking area to entrance

Parking provided for visitors

parking on site

with designated parking for visitors with disabilities

within about 50 metres of the attraction

Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:

flat, ie. without steps

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

gift shop

information point

public toilet

public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet

Level access, ramp or lift to dining area

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

cafeteria

Meals provided for guests with special dietary requirements

GENERAL

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

There is an audible alarm system

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Awards

Regional and Miscellaneous - Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice award 2022
Regional and Miscellaneous - Muddy Stilletto's Awards 2023

Opening Times

Open (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
Day	Times
Monday	10:00	16:30
Tuesday	10:00	16:30
Wednesday	10:00	16:30
Thursday	10:00	16:30
Friday	10:00	16:30
Saturday	10:00	16:30
Sunday	10:00	16:30

* Closed Christmas and New Years Day

Sunday, 8th September 2024 - Sunday, 8th September 2024

Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Autumn Fete: more info

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