A two-day country fair to raise money for donkeys could be cancelled due to a lack of volunteers.

The Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary Show is traditionally run at the end of May at the sanctuary off Didcot Road in Brightwell-Cum-Sotwell.

In past years, it has featured a donkey parade, children’s activities, vintage vehicles and machinery, and food and drink stalls.

The show, which was cancelled for two years during the covid pandemic, raises money to help the sanctuary care for abused and ill-treated donkeys and other animals.

But a supporter has said that volunteers are “desperately needed” for this year’s fair to go ahead.

Trella Dudley-Wallis said: “Unless help can urgently be found, 2023 may be the year the country show does not happen.

“Not because the work of the sanctuary is no longer needed, or through a lack of interested supporters and visitors but simply because of a lack of able volunteers.

“People of all ages and abilities are desperately needed to help not just with physical tasks such as erecting the marquees but with lots of other jobs too in the organising and running of this popular community event.

“All are therefore invited to volunteer as much or as little help they are able, whether it be individuals, couples, groups or community organisations.

“It is a great opportunity to do something fun and worthwhile with the reward of fresh air, new friends and purposeful activity which benefits the community and donkeys alike.

“It could be great as work experience for a CV or just something enjoyable and interesting to do with a few spare hours.

“The new King is also encouraging everyone to undertake some type of voluntary activity in May as part of his coronation celebrations this year.”

For more information, contact the sancturary by phone at 01491 833938 or by e-mail at mail@donkeyrescue.org.uk