What’s on at Ferne
Upcoming Events and Activities…
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Pet Celebration
A day to celebrate pets and how much we love them!
Onsite activities:
Redcuced entry price: £5 and adult (age 16+) £3 a child (free for age 5 and under)
Willow Hare Workshop – Hosted by Fon Cosens, join us to create your own bespoke artwork to decorate your home or garden, a beautiful willow Hare! Or it makes the perfect gift! Just £65 per person, includes refreshments. Limited spaces available and must be pre-booked, please book here.
Ferne Social Dog Walk – A wonderful way to meet new people and to get out for a walk in the countryside, with or without your dog. The walk will begin from Ferne Animal Sanctuary to The Cotley Inn and back, approx. 4 miles. For more information and to book your place please visit our online shop here.
Creative Corner – Visit Creative Corner to make and take home some beautiful pet themed arts & crafts 🎨
Pet lucky dip and gift boxes – Have a go at our pet Lucky dip, find a new treat or toy for your cat or dog 🐶😺 Or Purchase one of our gift-wrapped pet boxes 🎁
Online activities:
Pet illustrations – Order a hand painted A6 illustration of your cat of dog. Painted by Confetti Illustrations for only £15 including postage, available to purchase from the 8th of February, keep your eyes peeled here for bookings 👀
Pet photo caption competition – Live from the 8th of February, check back here for submitting a photo of your pet with a caption, our favourite photos and captions will be displayed here at the sanctuary in a new trail!
Willow Hare Workshop
Join Fon for fun and creativity, make your own willow hare to take home for your house or garden. All materials are included along with refreshments. Spaces are limted, book yours here.
DOG FIRST AID COURSE at Ferne 2026
Learn Life-Saving Skills at Our Dog First Aid Course.
We’re thrilled to offer another Dog First Aid course in 2026, hosted by the experts at Allwinds Dog First Aid. This hands-on, fun and educational course will teach you vital life-saving skills to help your dog in emergency situations, from CPR to dealing with an array of injuries.
Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or an experienced pet parent, the course will boost your confidence and equip you with the knowledge to act quickly when it matters most. Don’t miss the chance to learn how to keep your dog safe and healthy!
Date: Saturday 7th March
Time: 9.00am – 5.30pm
Location: Ferne Animal Sanctuary – The Hub
Cost: £55 per person to include tea/coffee and biscuit
On completion you will receive a certificate of attendance that is valid for three years and fully complies with the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and The Animal Welfare Act 2006.
Your day begins with experienced yoga teacher Karen Ward, who will guide you on a forest bathing walk through the peaceful Sanctuary grounds. Following this, enjoy an outdoor yoga session* on our scenic viewing platform, set against the stunning backdrop of the Blackdown Hills – a truly grounding experience (suitable for all levels) *weather dependent – indoor option available if necessary
After the morning’s activities, unwind with a wholesome lunch at Perdida Café, overlooking the tranquil lake. Enjoy a refreshing smoothie or juice, along with a vibrant vegan or vegetarian bowl, crafted with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and bursting with flavour.
In the afternoon, Jackie and Ian will begin with a guided meditation which honours the Spring Equinox, allowing you to relax as you begin your journey of sound. The sound baths use a variety of instruments – including crystal and Tibetan singing bowls and koshi chimes – to create a soothing, immersive soundscape that melts away stress and promotes profound relaxation and inner balance.
**A sound bath is a meditative experience where sound vibrations help calm the mind, soothe the body, and nourish the soul, leaving you with a deep sense of peace and clarity.
End your wellness journey with a warming herbal tea and the chance to connect with fellow participants or take a quiet moment to explore the Sanctuary at leisure before leaving with a lighter mood, renewed vitality, and a deeper sense of self-connection.
**Please Note:
This event is not suitable for individuals who are pregnant, or who have metal implants, heart conditions, or pacemakers due to the nature of the sound bath
Book your place here
Join experienced seamstress, Bren, for a creative workshop where you will learn to make and take home your very own tote bag. If you can use the basic functions of a sewing machine, you can complete this beautiful project.
All materials provided. Fabrics sourced via donations from our Charity Shops so your creation will not only be unique but sustainable.
Tea and coffee provided. Bring your own lunch or pre-book a take away lunch from our on site café, Perdida – https://www.perdidaatferne.uk/
If you enjoy this workshop, a further advanced event will follow in the Summer!
All proceeds go to support the ongoing care of our animals
