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Ferne Animal Sanctuary Animal Rescue Charity
Open to the public:
Thursday-Monday 10am - 4pm
Last entry 3pm
☕️ On-site café Perdida
Pet boarding available.
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The Sanctuary is open to the public and a great place to visit, have a walk and visit our shop. Please note our opening hours are 10am-4pm, with the last admission at 3pm - thank you!

Today we are sharing a little update kindly sent in by the family of Storm and Minnie - “18 months ago we adopted Storm ...
25/09/2025

Today we are sharing a little update kindly sent in by the family of Storm and Minnie -

“18 months ago we adopted Storm and Minnie. Training has gone well, we now get up at 6:15 instead of 8am, and let them on our bed after midnight! Minnie recently celebrated her 12th birthday and she is slowing down a bit.”

Thank you for this sweet update and photos. We hope you enjoy many more happy years together. 💚

Another great day of learning with the lovely Denise. Well done to the all the delegates. You will all be out there impr...
24/09/2025

Another great day of learning with the lovely Denise. Well done to the all the delegates. You will all be out there improving the lives of horses in the wider community 🥰.

Thank you to our own team, and of course the horses who were as always excellent teaching assistants! 👏

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BbzfNn7yU/

24/09/2025

Looking to meet new people, build skills, and make a positive impact? Our Sidmouth and Yeovil charity shops need volunteers to join the team.

Whether you can offer a few hours a week or more, your time will help us make a difference. If you’d like to get involved please drop us an email to: [email protected] or visit our website’s volunteer page to learn more.

Please share with friends and family who might be interested in this opportunity. Thank you. 💚

24/09/2025

September snapshots - scenes from around our beautiful sanctuary grounds as autumn settles in. 🍁🍂

After last year’s winter closure, we have made the decision to remain open to visitors this upcoming autumn and winter seasons. Our usual days and hours will apply (Thursday - Monday 10-4, last entry 3pm) with daily access for annual pass holders.

The onsite café Perdidaatferne will also remain open alongside sanctuary hours. Creative Corner will be welcoming little ones for animal-themed arts and crafts on Fridays and Saturdays from 11am throughout the new seasons.

Why not arrange your next visit here: https://www.ferneanimalsanctuary.org/visit-the-sanctuary/

23/09/2025

As some of you may remember, Paws Play Away and Paws Just Wanna Explore recently held the ‘Make a Difference to Dogs Dog Show’ at Forton Football Club.

As well as inviting us along to join the fun, they very kindly chose to raise money for the Sanctuary. And we are so grateful, an amazing £600 has been donated to Ferne!

23/09/2025

Another elimination, another Star Bake!

Week 4 of Bake Off is officially underway, and this time it’s all about Back-to-School Bakes!

Want to join the fun? Helping animals in need really can be a piece of cake.

Host a bake sale at work or school in aid of Ferne. Or keep it simple with a tea-and-cake party at home with friends, making a small donation to support the animals at Ferne.

We’ve got everything you need to get started – download your free fundraising pack here: https://bit.ly/FerneBakeOff

Everyone thinks they have the best pet… and none of them are wrong! Does your dog or cat have what it takes to be crown...
22/09/2025

Everyone thinks they have the best pet… and none of them are wrong!

Does your dog or cat have what it takes to be crowned the Loveliest Lady, Most Handsome Male, or maybe even the Best Veteran?

Our online Dog & Cat Show is now open, and we can’t wait to see your entries!

Enter your pet into one, some or all of 10 fun classes for just £2 per class. Winners will receive a beautiful rosette and a feature in our magazine!

With our on-site Dog Show sadly cancelled this year, one of our biggest annual fundraisers, your entry will now mean more than ever.

Please note: One photo per class entry. Thank you.

It only takes a minute to enter! Simply upload your photos here by the 10th of October: https://www.ferneanimalsanctuary.org/online-dog-and-cat-show-2025/

22/09/2025

It is estimated that charities currently miss out on as much as £560 million every year in unclaimed Gift Aid. (CAF 2024)

If you are eligible, help us close the Gift Aid tax Gap by completing a Gift Aid declaration form on our website- https://www.ferneanimalsanctuary.org/support-us/gift-aid/

It takes only 1 minute to complete and means more life changing money for animals in need, without costing you a penny more.

To learn more about Gift Aid eligibility, please visit the gov.uk website and find our Gift Aid FAQs page on our website under ‘Support us - Gift Aid’.

21/09/2025

A Message of Gratitude and a reminder of the difference you make…

With over 300 resident animals and hundreds more passing through our doors every year, we have a lot of hungry bellies to fill! Few things are better than seeing an animal safe, full, and content. For many of our admissions, this might be a feeling they haven’t felt in a long time, perhaps ever.

Ensuring we can feed our animals now costs around £35k every year. From biscuits, to seed to fresh salad.
Thank you so much to everyone who has or regularly donates, engages with our posts or helps to spread the word of Ferne.

Your generosity fills bellies and changes lives.
Thank you. 💚

20/09/2025

Could you spare a little time each week? Our friendly teams in our Sidmouth and Yeovil charity shops would love your support.

Volunteering is a chance to meet people, gain experience, and give something back locally, as well as supporting the animals in our care at Ferne.

Get in touch today by emailing us at [email protected] or visit our website to learn more about volunteering at Ferne:

https://www.ferneanimalsanctuary.org/support-us/volunteering-at-ferne/

20/09/2025

Ticket Sale Extension, and they’re selling fast!

After a last visit to the Shrubbery Hotel in preparation for our Charity Gala on October 3rd. The Shrubbery have kindly allowed us to extend ticket sales until the 25th of September!

Join us for an evening of celebration, including an inspiring talk from Pen Farthing, Founder & CEO of Nowzad, who will share the remarkable story of how the charity began and the impact of war on animals.
Don’t miss out, tickets are available here: www.ferneanimalsanctuary.org/product/fernes-charity-gala/

There’s still time before the big night, but don’t forget, our silent auction is already live and open for bids! Check out the amazing lots here: https://app.galabid.com/fernes-chariy-gala/items

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Opening Hours

Monday 10:00 - 16:00
Thursday 10:00 - 16:00
Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday 10:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+44146065214

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