Christmas Fair

The Donkey Sanctuary, Slade House Farm, Sidmouth, Devon, EX10 0NU

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Enjoy The Donkey Sanctuary's fabulously festive fair.

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Kick-start your Christmas shopping or simply treat yourself at this fabulously festive Fair, taking place at The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth.

The sanctuary's indoor arena will be packed full of talented local traders selling wonderfully unique items, from beautiful gifts and Christmas crafts to delicious edible treats.

Santa and his reindeer (donkeys!) will also pay a special visit to the sanctuary, and taking residence in their Grotto, will provide little ones with a magical Christmas experience to remember (including a small gift).

Winter-warming refreshments will be available at the Fair and from The Kitchen restaurant from 9am - 4pm.

While there, take the opportunity to explore the sanctuary home to hundreds of friendly donkeys just waiting to meet you, including the gentle giant Poitou donkeys, lovable adoption donkeys and ever-so cute miniature donkeys. Or escape the elements in their exciting new indoor attractions and discover just why donkeys are so special through fun, interactive displays in the new Exhibition Barn, Understanding Donkeys Zone and Dr Svendsen's Hut.

Entry
£2 per adult, under 12s FREE. Santa tickets are £4 including a small gift and will be available to purchase each day on a first come, first served basis.

Entry and parking at the sanctuary is free. Dogs on leads welcome.

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

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

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

£2 per adult, under 12s free.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

Event Facilities

  • Dogs Allowed

Key Features

  • Indoor Event

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Map & Directions

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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