Parsnip & Momma: from darkness to dappled woods
In spring 2025, we welcomed two very special pigs to our sanctuary, Parsnip and Momma. Their owner had rescued them from terrible conditions and given them a loving life but was now preparing to move abroad to help set up an elephant sanctuary. Wanting to ensure they continued to receive the care and freedom they […]
Vegan Summer Guide UK 2025: BBQ food, festivals, books & more
Make your summer totally vegan – and totally brilliant – with our guide to plant-based BBQs, ethical fashion, festivals, and animal-friendly tips.
Autumn Open Day
Join us for our highly popular Open Day this September at our beautiful 92-acre sanctuary on the border between Worcestershire and Shropshire.
CANCELLED: Summer Open Day
Saturday 19th July 2025 | 10am to 4pm
Heart-warming stories of rescued animal mums at our sanctuary
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate love, nurture, and the incredible bond between mums and their young. At our sanctuary, we are lucky to witness this kind of love every day among the rescued animal mums who call our sanctuary home. Their stories remind us that motherhood takes many forms, and love knows no […]
FREE school trips to Goodheart Animal Sanctuary
In 2025, we are thrilled to offer FREE school trips to Goodheart Farm Animal Sanctuary, made possible through special funding. Nestled on the picturesque border between Worcestershire and Shropshire, our sanctuary provides a one-of-a-kind setting for pupils to delve into curriculum-based topics such as digestive systems, life cycles, and animal dentition. These hands-on learning experiences […]
Exposing the cruelty of game bird shooting
When we think of farmed animals, chickens, pigs, and cows often come to mind. But every year, millions of pheasants and partridges are also intensively farmed, only to be released for the shooting season, which runs from October to February in the UK. These birds are the forgotten farm animals, and the cruelty they suffer […]
Donate while you shop with EasyFundraising & Give As You Live
Imagine if every time you did your regular food shop, booked a holiday, or bought gifts for your loved ones, you could support Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries? With EasyFundraising and Give as You Live, that’s exactly what you can do! These platforms partner with thousands of well-known brands like M&S, eBay, John Lewis, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, […]
Brucey the goose’s rescue story
At Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries, every rescue is special, but Brucey the goose’s story stands out as a true example of resilience and renewal. His journey from a lonely, abandoned goose to a cherished member of our flock highlights the incredible impact that care and compassion can have on an animal’s life. A desperate call for […]
Sponsor a Stable Appeal
Help make a difference to our horses, ponies, and other animals this autumn and winter, with our Sponsor a Stable Appeal. Our sanctuary is home to five lovable rescued equines, each with their own unique personality and individual care needs. As the nights draw in, they will be spending more time snuggled up in their […]
