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May half term at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary

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Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
Lower Winstone Farm
St John's Road
Wroxall
Isle of Wight
PO38 3AA

Tel: 01983 852693

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Isle of Wight, Things to do, 2 donkeys sat in a sunny field

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Free to enter and park, and to take part in tractor trail

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May half term

A lovely time to visit the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary for some affordable fun. Enjoy a relaxed stroll around the site or walk across the fields from Godshill to reach the sanctuary in just 20–30 minutes.

Free Activities in May half term

• Tractor Trail – a fun, free activity for young visitors
• Guided Tour – 11.30am daily – free, with behind the scenes access.
• Yard Team Q&A – 2pm daily – meet the team and learn more about the donkeys.

The sanctuary is open daily from 10am to 4.30pm with free entry and parking. The café serves cakes, lunches, drinks and ice creams, and the gift shop offers donkey themed treats that support the charity's work. Well behaved dogs on leads are very welcome.

A great affordable, family day out!

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Map & Directions

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Opening Times

Open (23 May 2026 - 31 May 2026)
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

Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Ventnor

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