The Donkey Sanctuary
Licensed by the UK Gambling Commission since 2024 · Sidmouth
The Donkey Sanctuary holds a UK Gambling Commission licence as a society lottery run for a good cause and is based in Sidmouth. Its current licence dates from October 2024 and it can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and in person, for example face to face or on paper.
What the licence covers
A society lottery raises money for the purposes of the society that runs it, for example a charity, a sports club or a community group. It is not run for private profit. Larger society lotteries need a licence from the Gambling Commission.
- Society Lottery (Remote): The Donkey Sanctuary can sell lottery tickets online, by phone and by other remote means.
- Society Lottery (Non-Remote): The Donkey Sanctuary can sell lottery tickets in person, for example face to face or on paper.
Websites on the licence
The Gambling Commission register lists this website for The Donkey Sanctuary:
Register changes
Between 18 January and 7 October 2026
- Remote licence 065499-R-339538 has a new version in the register: 004 (was 001).
- Non-Remote licence 065499-N-339539 has a new version in the register: 004 (was 001).
Questions and answers
Is The Donkey Sanctuary a genuine lottery?
Yes. The Donkey Sanctuary is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission to run a society lottery. The Donkey Sanctuary holds Gambling Commission account number 65499. Its current licence started in October 2024.
Can I play the The Donkey Sanctuary lottery online?
Yes. The Donkey Sanctuary holds a remote society lottery licence, so it can sell tickets online and by phone, and a non-remote licence for tickets sold in person.
Licence record
| Activity | Type | Status | Start | Licence number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Society Lottery | Remote | Active | October 2024 | 065499-R-339538-004 |
| Society Lottery | Non-Remote | Active | October 2024 | 065499-N-339539-004 |