Donkey Steals the Show with Perfect Acapella Christmas Carol Finale Sunday, December 7, 2025 donkey acapella christmas carols ferne sanctuary holiday performance humor animal During a heartwarming Christmas carol performance at Ferne Animal Sanctuary, the Blackdown Acapella group was delightfully interrupted by a very unexpected guest. As the ensemble sang traditional holiday tunes inside a cozy … Read More
Meet Pam, One of the World's Smallest Ponies, Standing Just 24 Inches Tall Tuesday, November 11, 2025 pony shetland foal rescue somersets animal wildlife rehoming veterinary smallest Heartwarming photos have captured Pam, one of the tiniest ponies ever born in the UK, measuring a mere 24 inches tall. This Shetland foal arrived at Glenda Spooner Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Somerset weighing just … Read More
Somerset Hedgehog Charity Faces Closure Amid Funding Crisis Sunday, August 17, 2025 hedgehog rescue somerset charity wildlife conservation volunteers funding animal wildlifeconservation Hedgehogs have long held a special place in children’s stories, fairy tales, and rural culture, especially here in Somerset. Their charming, harmless nature makes them beloved creatures, but many face grave dangers in our … Read More
Beloved Lion Malaika Passes Away at Longleat Safari Park Tuesday, August 5, 2025 lion longleat safari animal wildlife uk legacy pride malaika conservation Longleat Safari Park has announced the passing of Malaika, one of the oldest lions in the United Kingdom. Born at the estate, Malaika was just weeks away from celebrating her 20th birthday when she passed away peacefully in … Read More
Animal sanctuary gears up for an exciting, family-friendly summer Wednesday, July 30, 2025 ferne animal sanctuary summer family events authors butterfly wildlife fundraising This summer, animal lovers and families have a fantastic reason to visit Ferne Animal Sanctuary. Located on a sprawling 72-acre site near Chard, Somerset, the sanctuary is hosting a vibrant “Summer of Fun” program packed with … Read More
Dramatic Rescue as Labrador Falls 18 Feet Into Well Sunday, July 20, 2025 labrador rescue somerset firefighters well animal emergency safety teamwork recovery An elderly black Labrador named Jackson made an unexpected and perilous descent into an 18-foot water-filled well in Middlezoy on the Somerset Levels. The incident occurred around 10:35 a.m. on Sunday, July 20, setting off a … Read More