Sussex animal sanctuary urgently needs help to relocate

The Lotus Lamb and Sheep Sanctuary near Henfield has six weeks to move its infrastructure and animals to a new location in Ashington.

Owner Hayley Hubbard has called on the community for help with the transportation side of the move.

Founded by Ms Hubbard in 2022, the sanctuary is a safe haven for animals.

Lotus Lamb and Sheep Sanctuary rehabilitates animals rescued from extreme cases of neglect and abuse. (Image: Newsquest) The sanctuary cares for a variety of animals, including a donkey, Shetland pony and two horses, three turkeys, 24 chickens, 170 sheep, and 12 pigs and three alpacas.

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It is one of the few of its size in West Sussex. 

Ms Hubbard said: “It is really important to get support, as running the sanctuary involves constant work and fundraising. 

“Moving the animals and infrastructure is a big job.

"There is so much to do, and our volunteers we have here currently need to focus on caring for the animals."

(Image: Lotus Lamb Sanctuary) Ms Hubbard is asking for people with vehicles or trailers to assist with the move, which must be completed by July 11. 

Volunteers, who are aged 18 and over, are being asked to come and help during the week and assist with the move.

(Image: Lotus Lamb Sanctuary) "If anyone could give up their time or donate to help with the moving costs, it would mean the world and be incredible," said Ms Hubbard.

Ms Hubbard started the sanctuary herself, and though she said it is a lot of work, she feels proud of what she has built.

People who want to support the sanctuary or get involved are being invited to contact the sanctuary directly.