Ferne Animal Sanctuary

Ferne was set up through the foresight of a local lady – the late Nina, Duchess of  Hamilton & Brandon – who realised that men and women going off to war had no-one to take care of their animals so would require a temporary refuge for them. The Duchess put a call out on the BBC and legend has it that when she returned to her London home there were a number of cats and dogs on her doorstep and also a parrot! The need for caring and re-homing animals continues at Ferne. There are over 300 resident animals to see. Visitor Centre and Café.

Well behaved dogs are welcome to visit the sanctuary. They must be kept under control on a short lead. Dogs are also welcome in the café.

Accessibility/ Disabled Access:

Ferne has a very good network of tarmac paths but due to the operations of the sanctuary it is recommended that wheelchair users are accompanied by an able bodied person. There are designated parking spaces for wheelchair users and visitors with special needs next to the Visitor Centre as well as in the main car park.

Please refer to their website for more detailed information or call directly.