June 6th 2003 was a land mark for the volunteers of Animals in Need 2000, a charity formed by a small group of people who wanted to make a difference. After 4 long years of laughter, tears and endless hours of fundraising our dream had become a reality. The Mayflower Sanctuary had been born. Although not the prince of facilities, we had a vision and will to restore, repair and rebuild. Now several years later, the Mayflower Sanctuary is going from strength to strength. Where an old caravan and 4 concrete garages stood, not forgetting the outside tap and lack of toilet, we now have a beautiful facility with all mod cons. Funding from a bequest enabled us to create a spacious reception and this gives us the opportunity to meet and chat to prospective adopters and offers a place to meet and greet our dogs. One of the old Cattery blocks was replaced in 2018 thanks to funding from the Jean Sainsbury Animal Welfare Trust and the remaining two in 2021 thanks to a bequest from a long time supporter who was devoted to her cats. Annually Mayflower Sanctuary rescues and rehomes over 500 dogs and 200 cats. Last year our vets bill alone was £200K! Without your support and donations this would have been impossible to achieve. Like many Rescue’s we can tell endless stories of sadness and heartache, sights we would rather forget but most have a happy ending.