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Animal sanctuaries
Sanctuaries for rescued, retired and rehabilitated animals — donkeys, big cats, monkeys, otters, raptors. Visit-friendly with welfare-first guidelines.
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📷 5Animal sanctuaries · South West England
The Donkey Sanctuary
The Donkey Sanctuary is a British charitable organisation devoted to the welfare of donkeys. The charity, which is based near Sidmouth in Devon, England, was founded in 1969. It is one of the largest
👶↗ thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk
📷 4Animal sanctuaries · East Midlands
Natureland Seal Sanctuary
Natureland Seal Sanctuary, also referred to as Skegness Natureland or Skegness Seal Sanctuary is an animal attraction in Skegness, Lincolnshire, England.
👶↗ skegnessnatureland.co.uk
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