An Evening of Celebration, Community and Support for Animal Welfare
Sponsored by C&D South West Ltd

This year marks an important milestone for Ferne Animal Sanctuary: 50 years at our Wambrook home in Somerset.

Originally founded in 1939 in the village of Berwick St John, Ferne was created to care for animals displaced by the Second World War. In 1975, the sanctuary made the move to Wambrook, where it has continued to grow and flourish as a vital refuge for animals in need.

To celebrate half a century of life-changing work at Wambrook, we are thrilled to host our first-ever Charity Gala – and we would love for you to be part of it.

Event Details

Venue: The Shrubbery Hotel, Ilminster, TA19 9AR
Date: Friday, 3rd October 2025
Time: Arrival from 18:30 | Carriages at 23:30
Dress Code: Evening wear (no black tie required, but please no jeans or t-shirts)

Ticket Information

Price: £45 per person
Ticket Deadline: Friday, 19th September 2025
To purchase tickets: Please email frm@ferneanimalsanctuary.org

Your ticket includes:

A welcome drink on arrival
A delicious two-course meal (main and dessert)
A keynote talk from Pen Farthing, founder of Nowzad
Live music from Harvey Causley
Entry to our silent auction and charity raffle

Auction and Raffle Highlights

A range of exclusive prizes will be available to bid on or win throughout the evening, including:

Champagne afternoon tea for two at The Ritz
Ferrari dealership tour and passenger ride at Carrs Ferrari
18 holes of golf for four at Cricket St Thomas Golf Club
Exeter Chiefs match tickets
Two weekend getaways in Cornwall
Wine tasting and vineyard tour for two
And many more exciting experiences and items

Why This Gala Matters

This evening is more than just a celebration. It’s an opportunity to support Ferne’s mission to rescue, care for and rehome animals who have nowhere else to turn. Your attendance helps us continue the essential work we’ve done for nearly a century — and to plan for the future with confidence.

Group Bookings and Special Requests

Tables seat ten people.
If you are purchasing tickets separately but wish to sit with friends or family, please let us know when booking by emailing frm@ferneanimalsanctuary.org.
Please also inform us of any dietary requirements in advance.

Join Us in Celebrating 50 Years of Ferne at Wambrook

Whether you’ve supported Ferne for decades or are new to our community, we invite you to join us in celebrating this incredible milestone. It promises to be a special night filled with great food, great music, and great company — all for a great cause.

Book your tickets today and be part of Ferne’s next chapter.