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Over 150 animals in our Care Daily!

In 2022 we helped over 500 animals in need in Northern Ireland. Your help is always appreciated to help us continue to help more and provide a home to those most in need

Crosskennan is Home to over 150 different animals at any one time. For many of these animals Crosskennan is their permanent home - with many having either behavioural or physical health issues that make them unsuitable for rehoming. They will live out their days at the sanctuary surrounded by their friends and family; supported by the generosity of the general public who make the sanctuary possible.


Check out our residents to see who your support helps!

Many animals still need homes - here are just a few!

Check out our adoption pages to learn more!

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Upcoming Events and Fundraisers

  • 🐴 Help a Horse Day – Meet & Greet Experience
    🐴 Help a Horse Day – Meet & Greet Experience
    Sat 26 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    26 Apr 2025, 12:50 – 14:00
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Meet the animals, enjoy a cuppa, and soak in the peace of the sanctuary. Our Meet & Greet Experiences are back – now booking for Spring! 🐴 Special themed sessions coming soon – Carrot Day, Donkey Picnics & more! 🎟️ Just £10 per person – booking essential: 👉 crosskennanlane.co.uk/whats-on
  • Donkey Day Picnic – Meet & Greet Experience
    Donkey Day Picnic – Meet & Greet Experience
    Thu 08 May
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    08 May 2025, 13:00 – 14:30
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Meet the animals, enjoy a cuppa, and soak in the peace of the sanctuary. Our Meet & Greet Experiences are back – now booking for Spring! 🐴 Special themed sessions coming soon – Carrot Day, Donkey Picnics & more! 🎟️ Just £10 per person – booking essential: 👉 crosskennanlane.co.uk/whats-on
  • Easter Coffee with Cats - Tues 22nd April @ 1.30pm
    Easter Coffee with Cats - Tues 22nd April @ 1.30pm
    Tue 22 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    22 Apr 2025, 13:30 – 14:45
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    The Purr-fect Easter Treat for cat lovers of all ages ! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and share the love with our adorable & friendly cats. Perfect for unwinding. Includes cat cuddles, home baked refreshments, and even a chance to meet a few of our equines!
  • Easter Coffee with Cats - Tuesday 22nd April @ 11.30am
    Easter Coffee with Cats - Tuesday 22nd April @ 11.30am
    Tue 22 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    22 Apr 2025, 11:30 – 12:45
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    The Purr-fect Easter Treat for cat lovers of all ages ! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and share the love with our adorable & friendly cats. Perfect for unwinding. Includes cat cuddles, home baked refreshments, and even a chance to meet a few of our equines!
  • Easter Coffee with Cats - 19th April @ 11.30am
    Easter Coffee with Cats - 19th April @ 11.30am
    Sat 19 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    19 Apr 2025, 11:30 – 12:45
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    The Purr-fect Easter Treat for cat lovers of all ages ! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and share the love with our adorable & friendly cats. Perfect for unwinding. Includes cat cuddles, home baked refreshments, and even a chance to meet a few of our equines!
  • Spring/Easter Coffee with Cats - 12th April @ 1.45
    Spring/Easter Coffee with Cats - 12th April @ 1.45
    Sat 12 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    12 Apr 2025, 13:45 – 15:00
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    The Purr-fect Pre Easter Treat for cat lovers of all ages ! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and share the love with our adorable & friendly cats. Perfect for unwinding. Includes cat cuddles, home baked refreshments, and even a chance to meet a few of our equines!
  • Spring/Easter Coffee with Cats - 12th April @ 11.30am
    Spring/Easter Coffee with Cats - 12th April @ 11.30am
    Sat 12 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    12 Apr 2025, 11:30 – 12:45
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    The Purr-fect Pre Easter Treat for cat lovers of all ages ! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and share the love with our adorable & friendly cats. Perfect for unwinding. Includes cat cuddles, home baked refreshments, and even a chance to meet a few of our equines!
  • Carrot Day Tour – Meet & Greet Experience
    Carrot Day Tour – Meet & Greet Experience
    Sat 05 Apr
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    05 Apr 2025, 12:50 – 14:00
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Meet the animals, enjoy a cuppa, and soak in the peace of the sanctuary. Our Meet & Greet Experiences are back – now booking for Spring! 🐴 Special themed sessions coming soon – Carrot Day, Donkey Picnics & more! 🎟️ Just £10 per person – booking essential: 👉 crosskennanlane.co.uk/whats-on
  • Need a Groom - Valentines Special Sessions 2025
    Need a Groom - Valentines Special Sessions 2025
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 15 Feb
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    15 Feb 2025, 14:00 – 15:20
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Spend some time with that special someone - sharing love with some of our rescued equine Residents. Groom some of our residents. Suitable for friends, couples, singles and families. Refreshments provided with all proceeds going to help provide continued care to our life long residents.
  • 🐾❤️Coffee and Cats - Love has 4 Paws - Sat 15th February - 1.30pm ❤️🐾
    🐾❤️Coffee and Cats - Love has 4 Paws - Sat 15th February - 1.30pm ❤️🐾
    Sat 15 Feb
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    15 Feb 2025, 13:30
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    For cat lovers of all ages to enjoy a cozy atmosphere and share the love with our friendly cats. Perfect for unwinding, each session includes cat cuddles, refreshments, and even a chance to meet a few of our equines!
  • 🐾❤️Coffee and Cats - Love has 4 Paws! Sat 15th February @ 11.30am❤️🐾
    🐾❤️Coffee and Cats - Love has 4 Paws! Sat 15th February @ 11.30am❤️🐾
    Sat 15 Feb
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary , Antrim
    15 Feb 2025, 11:30 – 12:30
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary , Antrim
    Join us for a cozy and heartwarming event dedicated to cat lovers and those looking to share some love.
  • Cats & Coffee Holiday Event - January 4th
    Cats & Coffee Holiday Event - January 4th
    Multiple Dates
    Sat 04 Jan
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary
    04 Jan 2025, 13:50 – 15:00
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Due to high demand, we have added this date for anyone wanting to extend festivities over the holiday period and unwind with our friendly cats, complete with warm drinks and holiday treats. This would also make a great Christmas Gift!
  • 30th December 1pm; Cats & Coffee Holiday Event
    30th December 1pm; Cats & Coffee Holiday Event
    Mon 30 Dec
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary
    30 Dec 2024, 13:00 – 14:15
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Due to high demand, we have added this date for anyone wanting to extend festivities over the holiday period and unwind with our friendly cats, complete with warm drinks and holiday treats. This would also make a great Christmas Gift!
  • Monday 30th December; Cats & Coffee Holiday Event
    Monday 30th December; Cats & Coffee Holiday Event
    Mon 30 Dec
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary
    30 Dec 2024, 11:00 – 12:15
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Due to high demand, we have added this date for anyone wanting to extend festivities over the holiday period and unwind with our friendly cats, complete with warm drinks and holiday treats. This would also make a great Christmas Gift!
  • Sat 28th December - Cats & Coffee Holiday event
    Sat 28th December - Cats & Coffee Holiday event
    Sat 28 Dec
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary
    28 Dec 2024, 13:00 – 14:15
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Due to high demand, we have added this date for anyone wanting to extend festivities over the holiday period and unwind with our friendly cats, complete with warm drinks and holiday treats. This would also make a great Christmas Gift!
  • Sat 28th December - Cats & Coffee Holiday event
    Sat 28th December - Cats & Coffee Holiday event
    Sat 28 Dec
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary
    28 Dec 2024, 11:15 – 12:30
    Crosskennan Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Due to high demand, we have added this date for anyone wanting to extend festivities over the holiday period and unwind with our friendly cats, complete with warm drinks and holiday treats. This would also make a great Christmas Gift!
  • Christmas Pony Party 2024
    Christmas Pony Party 2024
    Sat 21 Dec
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    21 Dec 2024, 12:30 – 15:00
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    Join us for an unforgettable holiday celebration! With pony rides, festive treats, and Santa himself, this event is perfect for families looking to enjoy holiday fun together.
  • Pony Pals Christmas Camp
    Pony Pals Christmas Camp
    Sat 14 Dec
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary
    14 Dec 2024, 12:30 – 15:30
    Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary, 26 Crosskennan Ln, Ballynoe Rd, Antrim BT41 2QY, UK
    A magical holiday experience for children ages 5-13! Enjoy games, crafts, pony cuddles, and festive fun with optional pony rides to make this day unforgettable.
Friends of the Sanctuary
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