# Donkey Sanctuary, Abbey Hey — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Meet lovable rescued donkeys and mules, each with their own heartwarming tale to tell at this welcoming sanctuary in Green Fold, complete with restaurant facilities and full accessibility for families.

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Tourist Attraction

# Donkey Sanctuary

Green Fold

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12813108343668765053&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Alicja](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115611310355348301851)

**In short:** Donkey Sanctuary is an attraction in Abbey Hey, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 95 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Donkey Sanctuary

Meet lovable rescued donkeys and mules, each with their own heartwarming tale to tell at this welcoming sanctuary in Green Fold, complete with restaurant facilities and full accessibility for families.

## What's nearby

- Concours Motor Co(1962)Ltd 250m away
- Transmission Technology 300m away
- MNM Details 350m away
- Kings Arms Knowle 400m away
- Innkeeper's Collection Solihull 450m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** Closed

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** Closed

**Thursday** Closed

**Friday** Closed

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

## What visitors say

[Evie w](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103583369345899823109/reviews) ★★★★★

This donkey sanctuary is such a lovely, calm place to come for an hour or so. The owner & staff are so friendly and knowledgeable which is great to see, you can tell how much they care for their animals! This sanctuary is capable of so much, would love to see this place grow as these donkeys are clearly well looked after. Definitely worth visiting and learning about rescuing donkeys! :)

· via Google

[Anna CP](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108751167931954188311/reviews) ★★★★★

We had an absolutely excellent experience at the donkey sanctuary! It is such a rare find these days—completely free to enter and, much to our delight, there were no queues at all. The highlight was definitely the interaction; we were able to get up close and touch the donkeys, who all seemed very well-loved and calm. The staff were incredibly accommodating and friendly, making us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. They also have a lovely small cafe on-site which was perfect for a quick bite after wandering around. If you’re looking for a peaceful, hands-on, and budget-friendly day out, I cannot recommend this place enough!

· via Google

[jenny turner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102823017539233202146/reviews) ★★★★★

Hi I’m a Mental Health support worker and I look for places to take the Residents I take care of , this place is amazing and they don’t even charge but we gave a donation as we would have been happy to have paid on entry. The people running the place are so lovely they have a little cafe that does proper breakfast I must go back and try ! There’s a little shop and a toilet, I’m not allowed to show the look on my residents face due too Data protection but I wish I could have because he was beaming Thank You for making one of our People really Happy and you are all genuinely kind and caring to both Animals and the people who visit ❤️

· via Google

[Rachel Spinner](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118040944383221894190/reviews) ★★★★★

The donkey sanctuary is a lovely place. We come about once a month and my daughter loves it here. The volunteers are great and friendly. We usually get a brunch at the onsite cafe, then my daughter gets to see the donkeys, alpacas and chickens and play outside, whilst I have a coffee. Win win.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487a255b3f8a1275:0x4e1071ecdc43b6ea!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this donkey sanctuary offers a calm environment for interacting with well-cared-for donkeys, alpacas, and rescued chickens, along with a cafe serving breakfast baps and hot drinks. They also highlight the free entry, reasonable prices for cafe items, and convenient parking. Guests mention the staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about the animals.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Ashbourne Road, Hurdlow, Buxton, SK17 9QQ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.3767108%2C-1.7263123)

**Category** Farm Parks

**Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (95 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Abbey Hey

[More attractions in Abbey Hey](https://staycation.co.uk/abbey-hey/attractions)

★ 4.8 (95 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/therapy/manchester?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[0139 557 8222](tel:01395578222)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Abbey Hey

**Postcode** SK17 9QQ

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C4W97GF+MF

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Donkey Sanctuary?

Donkey Sanctuary is open Mon–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 10am–3pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Donkey Sanctuary any good?

Donkey Sanctuary is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 95 Google reviews.

### Is Donkey Sanctuary good for children?

Yes, Donkey Sanctuary is listed as good for children.

### Is Donkey Sanctuary indoors or outdoors?

Donkey Sanctuary has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is Donkey Sanctuary suitable for?

Donkey Sanctuary suits all ages.

### Is Donkey Sanctuary wheelchair accessible?

Donkey Sanctuary has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Donkey Sanctuary?

Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact Donkey Sanctuary?

Call Donkey Sanctuary on +44 1395 578222.

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