Carols by Candlelight

Enjoy carols by candlelight at The Donkey Sanctuary

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Join The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth for a special evening of carol singing by candlelight alongside the resident donkeys.

Setting the scene and adding a touch of magic to the evening's proceedings, the sanctuary will be spectacularly illuminated by thousands of candles from 3pm onwards.

The festive celebrations will then begin with a host of merry tunes on Main Yard, before the 45 minute Christmas carol service commences at 5pm in New Barn surrounded by lots of friendly donkeys – who may even join in!

For those who are unable to attend, the webcam sound in New Barn will be turned on from 3pm onwards, allowing you to enjoy the service from the comfort of your own home.

The Kitchen restaurant will be open for festive refreshments until the end of the event, as will the Gift Shop for all those Christmas gift needs.

This event is free to attend with free parking. Dogs on leads welcome.

Further information
01395 573156 | events@thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk

All proceeds go to the work of The Donkey Sanctuary worldwide.

Guide Prices

Free entry and parking

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Facilities

Accessibility

Accessible to Wheelchair Users

Event Facilities

Dogs Allowed

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Satnav users can enter the postcode EX10 0NU

The sanctuary is situated just 13 miles from Junction 30 of the M5 on the A3052 between Sidford and Seaton. On leaving Sidford follow the brown tourist sign at the top of the hill. The A35 and the A30 also serve East Devon and the Jurassic Coast.

The sanctuary's car park includes a coach park lane with parking for 3 coaches, with drop off outside the main walkway to the entrance (both ramp and stairs). Group visits need to be booked in advance.

There are also 14 disabled parking spaces to allow accessibility to the sanctuary for wheelchair users.

There are two free electric car charging points, which you can use by requesting a free one hour token from the Visitor Centre.

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Public Transport Directions

Bus stops are located within easy walking distance for the following services: 899 Axe Valley Mini Travel, 9A (Exeter – Lyme Regis), 52 Exeter to Seaton.

The sanctuary is bike friendly and sits on Route 2 of the National Cycle Network. The route between Sidmouth and Lyme Regis passes Trow Farm on Dunscombe Lane. Continue on Dunscombe Lane, crossing over the roundabout, until you reach the sanctuary's main visitor entrance. There is a bike rack (uncovered) at the main entrance.

The sanctuary is located along the South West Coast Path between Sidmouth and Branscombe. At Weston Mouth, follow the steps north towards the sanctuary where you will see the National Trust's interpretation of the Weston Potato Plats. The footpath will take you past the Field of Dreams and the Nature Centre, towards the heart of the sanctuary.

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