Welcome to The Scottish Donkey Sanctuary
Located at the 80-acre estate – The Holmes, St. Boswells, near Melrose in the Scottish Borders. The animals fortunate in having been re-homed here are accommodated in small groups, in well-fenced and watered paddocks of permanent pasture, each with a field shelter.
We are open to the public on Saturday’s by booking below – please go to the plan your visit section for more information and to get tickets.
One-Off Donation
Make a donation to the Scottish Donkey Sanctury.
Make a One-Off Donation
Monthly Donation
Set up a monthly donation
The estate has an ambience of its own – the beautiful views over the River Tweed and the tree-lined driveways are breathtaking whatever the season of the year.
There is a handsome Edwardian stone-built stable block consisting of loose boxes, stalls, tack room and washing facilities round a cobbled yard.
Along with the donkeys there are ponies, llamas, goats, pigs, sheep, ducks, many breeds of poultry and a mule called Muffin.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Come and see us or adopt a donkey
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know for planning your fab day visiting our gorgeous donkeys.
Adopt a Donkey
Your adoptions are what make running the Donkey Sanctuary possible.
Donate
The Scottish Donkey Sanctuary depends on the kindness of people like you to help us care for the donkeys.