Christmas is a magical time of year — full of kindness, compassion, and coming together to make a difference. Here at Hopefield, it’s also one of the most important seasons for our 600+ rescued residents.
Instead of sending traditional Christmas cards this year, why not make a donation on behalf of your loved ones?
By gifting the money you would have spent on cards, you’re directly supporting the daily care of our residents — providing warm beds, nutritious meals, and essential veterinary treatment.
It’s a kinder, more sustainable way to celebrate the season, and we can even provide a digital message or graphic to let your friends and family know that a special donation has been made in their honour.
For just £5, you can treat one of our rescued animals to a special Christmas meal on Christmas Day.
From our gentle horses and cuddly cows to our cheeky goats and inquisitive exotics, every resident will enjoy a festive feast thanks to supporters like you.
When you buy a Christmas dinner, you’ll also receive a digital voucher you can gift in place of a card or present — perfect for animal lovers or those who prefer thoughtful, meaningful gifts.
This is a fun and heart-warming way to get involved, especially for families, schools, workplaces, and children who want to help.
Simply fill a shoebox (or any sized box!) with suitable treats or enrichment items for an animal of your choice — whether that’s horses, rabbits, pigs, dogs, birds, or our exotics. Each box brings enrichment, comfort, and joy to animals who may never have experienced kindness before arriving at Hopefield.
We’ll be sharing suggested items and drop-off details on our social pages to ensure every box is safe and suitable.
Animal sponsorships make incredible Christmas gifts — meaningful, compassionate, and unforgettable.
By sponsoring one of our residents, you’re helping provide their feed, bedding, enrichment, and ongoing care. You’ll receive a sponsorship pack, updates, and the warm feeling of knowing you’re directly changing a rescued animal’s life.
It’s the perfect present for children, families, workplaces, or anyone who loves animals.
Winter is our most expensive season.
Hay, straw, and specialist feeds are essential for keeping our animals warm, healthy, and well-nourished through the cold months — but prices continue to rise dramatically.
Our Winter Hay, Straw & Feed Appeal helps us fund the mountains of hay and bedding we get through every day. A donation of any size makes a huge difference and helps us ensure no animal ever goes without.
Whether you donate, buy a Christmas dinner, make a shoebox, or simply share our posts, you’re helping us create a Christmas filled with love, warmth, and safety for animals who rely on us every single day.
Thank you for supporting Hopefield this festive season — we couldn’t do what we do without your kindness.
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