Redwings Ada Cole

Redwings Ada Cole is home to 80 horses, ponies and donkeys, including handsome Gelderlander Zippy, cheeky donkey Del Boy, lovely Shetland pony Tinkerbell and rock ‘n’ roll pony Elvis – not forgetting Redwings’ tiniest resident, Teeny Tucker!

The visitor centre has reopened on a limited basis.

Redwings Ada Cole will be opening to the public on the dates below - tickets can be booked by clicking here.

Saturday 30th July and Sunday 31st July

Saturday 13th August and Sunday 14th August - Adoption Star Zippy's birthday weekend

Saturday 27th August and Sunday 28th August

Saturday 24th September and Sunday 25th September - Adoption Star Dotty's birthday weekend

Saturday 29th October and Sunday 30th October

Saturday 26th November and Sunday 27th November

Saturday 17th December and Sunday 18th December​

While the majority of compulsory Covid rules have now been lifted, we are continuing to ask supporters to pre-book time slots for their visits on these weekends to ensure the number of people at the centre remains at a controlled level at all times and to help keep our horse care team safe.

In addition, we are offering the opportunity for supporters to book private visits on Fridays and Mondays. To enquire about a visit to Redwings Ada Cole on these days, please email adacole.vc@redwings.co.uk.

If you would like to organise a visit on behalf of a school or youth group, please email education@redwings.co.uk so we can discuss your needs.

Entry remains free but we'd love visitors to consider making a donation towards the care of our rescued residents.

During your visit to Redwings Ada Cole we will also be asking you to continue keeping to the following measures: 

• Please keep to a one-way route around the centre to help everyone maintain social distancing.
• Hand sanitiser stations will be available across the site.
• Our gift shop is open and Dolly's Café will be selling drinks and pre-packaged snacks to takeaway only.
• We encourage the wearing of face coverings in indoor areas.

To help you get the most out of your day with us, click here to download a free guide to visiting Redwings Ada Cole.

And if you've enjoyed your time at Redwings Ada Cole, don't forget to leave a review on our Tripadvisor page!

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How to find us
Redwings Ada Cole is situated on the B181, near Nazeing, Essex EN9 2DH

Dolly's Café and gift shop
All proceeds go towards funding the work of the Sanctuary. That means every time you buy something to eat, you are helping to keep our horses and donkeys fed too. What a great excuse to treat yourself to a piece of cake or an extra cup of tea!

Facilities

Getting around
There is a fully accessible WC and plenty of onsite parking. View our access statement.