A real tearjerker, this one: a charity that rescues abandoned and abused donkeys and nurses them back to health. A few of the beasts of burden here have been voluntarily relinquished by owners who are no longer able to care for them, but the majority have sadder histories. The donkeys live out their days at this quiet and bucolic place, where they receive medical aid and plenty of TLC. Visitors can meet the gentle patients and learn their stories. The emphasis is on happy endings. Seeing these animals given a new lease on life can be a touching and even profound experience for kids.
West Cork
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West Cork› Attraction
The Donkey Sanctuary
Liscarroll, near Mallow, Co. Cork
Our Rating
Hours
Mon–Fri 9am–4:30pm; Sat, Sun, and public holidays 10am–5pm
Phone
022/48398
Prices
Free admission
Web site
The Donkey Sanctuary
Map
Liscarroll, near Mallow, Co. Cork West CorkNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.