A Magical Woodlands Christmas!
Finding things to do with the kids this Christmas? Come along to our Christmas event which will be running for a whole week.
Meet our animals in full festive spirit and enjoy scrumptious festive treats too!
From 13th - 19th December.
Book your place now!
Meet our animals in full festive spirit and enjoy scrumptious festive treats too!
From 13th - 19th December.
Book your place now!
Sponsor a Pen!
Haven't got space for a feline friend at home? Why not sponsor one of our pens here at the sanctuary and get monthly updates of your specific pen and it's movements! Our new sponsor a pen scheme is a fanctastic way of donating towards all the animals here on site and getting something back in return!
Click the link below to find out more!
Sponsor a PenAbout Us
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary is a registered independent charity (no.1190858).
We are based in the heart of Lancashire in a small village called Holmeswood, we look after ill, unwanted and neglected animals.
We specialise in rehoming cats and guinea pigs and rehabilitating hedgehogs.
Made up of a dedicated team of Staff and Volunteers, Woodlands Animal Sanctuary aim to help neglected, unwanted and ill animals
Made up of a dedicated team of Staff and Volunteers, Woodlands Animal Sanctuary aim to help neglected, unwanted and ill animals
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Ebay
Take a look at our Ebay shop for some bargin buys! All the profits go directly towards the care of our animals!
REHOMING
We specialise in the rehoming of cats, kittens and guinea pigs. Could you give one of our animals a forever home?
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SPONSORSHIP
At Woodlands we have many resident animals. Could you help to support our sanctuary by sponsoring a resident?
SPONSORSHIP
SPONSORSHIP
EDUCATION
We offer a range of educational sessions. From sanctuary visits to school visits, our aim is to help educate the next generation.
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EVENTS
Every year we host a range of fundraising events. From our Annual Ball to our fun filled Open Days!
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SEE OUR EVENTS
GET INVOLVED
From fundraising, volunteering and more. Find out how you can get involved with Woodlands Animal Sanctuary!
GET INVOLVED
GET INVOLVED
HEDGEHOGS
Each year we take in and rehabilitate between 600 and 700 hedgehogs! Find out more about our dedicated animal unit.
HEDGEHOGS
HEDGEHOGS
ANIMAL CARER
Ever wanted to know what it is like to be an animal carer? Why not join our animal carer for a day programme to find out...
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FIND OUT MORE
NEWS/BLOG
Find out all the latest success stories, events, news and more by going to our news page.
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SEE THE NEWS
MAKE A DONATION
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary is a self-funded registered charity. This means we have to raise every penny ourselves through one off donations, events or sponsorship.
Did you know it costs over £3500 per week to run Woodlands Animal Sanctuary? As a registered charity, every penny raised is invested directly into the shelter!
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