Donkey
(Equus asinus)
Our lovely Donkeys are superstars of the farm. We have 2 Donkeys at the moment and both of them have their own personalities. Wonkey, our dark brown donkey is very cheeky and likes to run around and play and Sage our brown and white patch donkey is a little bit more shy.
Donkeys are very social animals and our Donkeys spend most of their time in a paddock together. Donkeys have incredible memory they can recognize each other even after long periods apart from each other.
In the summer our donkeys love a fruity ice lolly, it keeps them nice and cool and they always love a treat of an apple or a carrot.
Donkeys can live for up to 40 years but average life expectancy is a little less, so if looked after properly they can be a friend or pet for a long time. They are very strong animals and in some places around the world are used to help carry things.
An average donkey weighs 160kg, can carry up to 50kg on its back.
Where can you see our Donkeys?
You’ll find our Donkeys in the paddocks on the field walk.
A WPF Secret
In 2022 our beloved Donkey Noel trotted over the rainbow bridge, he used to play the Donkey in our nativity and knew when to walk on and off stage! He was such a special donkey!
The Key Facts
Habitat
Donkeys are found widely across the world, but originate from North America and the Middle East.
Food and Diet
Donkeys mainly eat grass and straw, but enjoy a treat of an apple or carrot.
Size
Donkeys range in size from some breeds growing 80cm tall to others being 160cm.
Population in the World
There are more then 40 million donkeys in the world.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Take a closer look
Animal Encounters
Our Animal Encounters are a great way to get up-close and personal to your favourite farm animal for an interative 30 minute experience for your group of up to 6 people.
You will need to purchase individual daytime admission tickets if you wish to stay on the farm after your encounter.
Animal Sponsorship
Our animal sponsorship is a great way to support the Farm. We have 3 different levels of sponsorship available for a selection of our animals which is valid for a year from purchase.
Each animal sponsorship comes with its own certificate and you also get the opportunity to visit us here at the Farm.
