How You Can Help a Rescued Horse or Donkey This Summer

How You Can Help a Rescued Horse or Donkey This Summer
Visit, adopt, and support Redwings Horse Sanctuary

Whether you're planning a day out or looking for a meaningful way to support animals from home this Summer, there are plenty of ways you can help Redwings Horse Sanctuary give rescued horses and donkeys the safe, loving lives they deserve.

Enjoy a free, family fun-filled day out!

There's nothing quite like spending time with horses, ponies, and donkeys who have been given a second chance. At Redwings, we care for over 1,300 rescued animals across our sites, including five visitor centres: Redwings Aylsham and Caldecott in Norfolk, Redwings Ada Cole in Essex, Redwings Oxhill in Warwickshire, and Redwings Mountains in Angus, which are all open Friday to Monday, 10am to 4pm.

Visiting Redwings is free, and you'll be welcomed into picturesque, countryside surroundings where you can get up close to our residents, many of whom have survived hardship and neglect, and now they enjoy a happy, fulfilled life full of love.

People who come to meet our rescued animals often tell us it gives them a new way of thinking about horse care. It's a chance to learn about their stories, understand the work Redwings does, and appreciate the resilience of these amazing creatures. It's also a lovely day out for families and friends, dogs are even welcome too!

On site, you can enjoy a refreshing drink and homemade cake at our cafés or browse our gift shops for special keepsakes. Every penny you spend goes directly towards the care of our rescued animals.

There's plenty to keep the whole family entertained, with wildlife walks, fun activities, and informative paddock talks happening daily. Whether you're learning about our residents' stories or spotting local wildlife, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

If you can't make it this summer, don't worry, there are other ways you can support Redwings.

Adopt Your Own Redwings Resident

One of the most meaningful ways to help is by sponsoring an Adoption Star, a rescued horse, pony, or donkey who becomes your personal friend, no matter where you live.

Adopting an animal from Redwings is a way to help the charity provide ongoing support for their care. From just £2 a month, you help cover costs such as veterinary treatment, feed, and comfortable shelter, all essential to keeping them safe and happy.

Each Adoption Star has a unique story, and you'll receive an adoption pack with their photo, background story, and a certificate. Throughout the year, you'll get three postal updates sharing news and photos, quarterly emails, and an invitation to their birthday party at the sanctuary.

Whether you choose Fox, a super friendly Shire cross, Dotty, a lively little donkey, or any of our other stars, you'll know your support makes a real difference to their wellbeing.

Adoption is also a wonderful gift for friends or family members who love horses and donkeys too.

To sponsor an Adoption Star, visit www.redwings.org.uk/adopt or call 01508 505246.

Why Your Support Is So Important

Redwings is a charity that relies entirely on public donations and the generosity of supporters, which means every visit, every gift, every adoption, and every share of our message helps us continue our vital work.

Many of the horses and donkeys at Redwings have come from situations of cruelty, neglect, or abandonment. Without our intervention, they wouldn't have survived or might have faced years of suffering.

Thanks to supporters like you, they now enjoy safe, spacious fields with their friends, expert veterinary care, and most importantly, a loving family. They live free of fear, and many have blossomed into happy, trusting animals.

How You Can Help This Summer

If you're wondering how to make a difference this summer, here are a few simple ways:
• Visit us: Spend a day at one of our visitor centres. Meet our residents, enjoy the cafés and gift shops, and see firsthand the work your support enables.
• Adopt an animal: Whether you visit or not, sponsoring an Adoption Star is a feel-good way to make an ongoing difference.
• Spread the word: Share Redwings' story with family, friends, and on social media. Every share helps us reach more people who care.
• Donate: Even a small donation can provide feed, care, or shelter. Every pound counts.

Find out more
Visit: www.redwings.org.uk/visit
Adopt: www.redwings.org.uk/adopt
Phone: 01508 505246
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