"After more than a year of so much uncertainty and isolation we are yearning to throw open our gates and welcome visitors; families, schools, colleges, and community groups to come and meet each of our rescued animals, our permanent residents of Dean Farm Animal Sanctuary," said a spokesperson.
"To safely welcome visitors at Dean Farm Sanctuary and to protect our residents we need to create a designated, safe access area for our visitors, supporters, and volunteers.
"To do this we need to raise £5,500 to purchase a total of 300 metres of fencing, plus reinforced grass mesh providing accessibility for visitors.
"Quite a challenge but following such a difficult year of isolation for everyone, including our much-loved residents, we know with public support, with the help of our local communities, we can do this."