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Published: July 17, 2023 | Updated: 27th October 2023
Hampshire housebuilder Barratt Homes has donated £5,000 to a donkey sanctuary on Hayling Island.
The Hayling Island Donkey Sanctuary provides a lifelong home to working donkeys after they retire as well as those in need of help, tending to the physical and emotional needs of those in its care.
The sanctuary is run by Paul Hunt and his wife Tracy.
Paul said: “Since working with donkeys over the years we have seen first-hand how they will give themselves wholeheartedly to whatever task is asked of them. But what happens when they become too old to work, have problems or nobody wants them?
“We created this sanctuary here as we believe they deserve a comfortable safe home, and quality care and affection for the rest of their lives.
“We rely on donations from our supporters however, so we’re really grateful for this incredible help from Barratt Homes. The money will be used to fund the costs of our donkeys’ ever mounting medical care.”
The sanctuary originally started with just two donkeys, Ollie and Rusty, who were giving rides to children on Hayling Island seafront.
It is now home to 27 donkeys and is open to visitors on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays throughout the year.
Barratt Homes’ Southampton Division Marketing Manager, Megan Hamlyn, said: “Barratt Homes is committed to supporting organisations who need it in the local area, and the Hayling Island Donkey Sanctuary is not only providing a wonderful home for these intelligent creatures, but also a place for local people to visit. It’s been a real pleasure to hand over this cheque today.”
The housebuilder, which is currently working on its Pebble Walk development on this island, is committed to supporting causes local to its developments.
For more information on Barratt’s new developments in Hampshire, visit: Harbour Place and Pebble Walk.
