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Our Sanctuary​

At the heart of Last Chance Hotel is our sanctuary.
After years of struggling we finally got a 10 year lease on a farm near Truro in Cornwall. Our little haven at High View Farm, Chacewater, is 24 acres of fields and an old farm house. 
We are constantly working on the sanctuary to become sustainable for all the lost souls that need somewhere to call home; from geese to ponies and sheep, ducks to goats, we endeavour to provide security and love to all.
We hope you enjoy watching LCH grow. Follow us on Facebook, we have a dedicated page for the 
Sanctuary.

On 20th 
September 2024, the LCH Trustees issued a statement regarding the costs of High View Farm operations and their impact on the charity as a whole (see our home page). We will keep you informed of developments on this website page and our Facebook pages. In the meantime, we are grateful for your continued support.
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High View Farm, Church Hill, Chacewater, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8NE
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The Sanctuary is situated between Chacewater and St Day. It is not open to the public, but you are welcome to drop off at the gate goodies for the animals or whenever we make an appeal on our Facebook pages for bedding etc. It will always be found and very much appreciated!



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VOLUNTEER

We are always on the lookout for volunteers. If you would like to help us at the Sanctuary, where there is so much work to do on a daily basis, please do get in touch, either via our Facebook page or email us at [email protected]. 

WILDLIFE

​With much regret, we are no longer able to take in wildlife at the Sanctuary. As laid out in our Trustees' statement on the home page, operations at the Sanctuary are winding down due to increased costs and decreasing donations. We will still be aiding wildlife rescue behind the scenes, with our knowledge and contacts.

​If you have a wildlife emergency, please call 01209 281159

Donations of hay, straw and fresh vegetables are always welcome at the Sanctuary. Our Wish List will tell you more.
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Our Sanctuary Animals, please hover over their pictures for more information.

May 2019 saw the arrival of Goose Willis the gander, a single handsome boy, who became lonely in his home after losing his girlfriend.
Womble, our first goat incumbent in summer 2018
William moved to the sanctuary to keep Womble company and became his partner in crime
Roscoe has been with LCH since before the sanctuary. He has now bonded with Gem after losing his field mate Rosie in 2022.
Chance was found tethered, no grass, no water, and broken.. So broken that he cannot be rehomed now but will always have a home here with love, care, and all he needs.
Meet KC who had a very sad start in life. He was found being abused by ‘humans’ as a very young foal at a pony sale. This abuse left him with permanent brain damage and understandably trust issues. He is safe for life with us. We work quietly with him and his semi feral field mate (also a moorland pony) Bracken, building trust and a gentle bond daily. They are quickly discovering they both have a taste for gingernut biscuits.
Bracken & KC enjoying some quiet handling
Gem came to us in summer 2019 Sadly a leg injury as a youngster ended a potential riding career but she is settled as a happy companion to our lifers.
Honey (black) and Bumble arrived in May 2021
Larry, Shawn and Gertie claimed sanctuary in September 2021
Bob's name was chosen at our Dog Show celebrating Sam's birthday in May 2022
Rogan the Boer goat joined the team in March 2022 after feeling lonely due to losing his brother.
Bertie is a 10 year old pygmy goat who arrived in May 2022
Kemby is a miniature Shetland, small in size but huge in character
Poppy came in with Timothy (now sadly deceased) and Willow in summer 2019 from a school that decided they wanted pygmy goats so were no longer wanted.
Willow came in with Timothy (now sadly deceased) and Poppy in summer 2019 from a school that decided they wanted pygmy goats so were no longer wanted.
These two are fondly known as Grumpy1 and Grumpy2. They were found on a free site, where the first question asked was 'Are they oven ready?' We had to jump in to save them.
This is Charlie. He arrived in Jan 2024, aged 11 years.
Meet Gnasher, who joined the LCH family in February 2024, as he was being a bit of a bully with his herd.

Some of our Sanctuary Dogs

Nessie is 7 this year (2020), she came to us via another rescue in 2017 who had placed her into a home who had overestimated their skills. We went to collect this little lady who was very volatile, she has a massive bite history and was reacting to the bad training she was getting in her foster home.. although Nessie is still unpredictable with those she doesn't know, her circle of friends gets bigger by the year. Now she has 5 friends who are allowed to stroke her.. Nessie will always be a lifer here.
Hennerz Macduffnut is 5 this year (2020) and been with us since 2017. Another problematic dog. Unpredictable, came from another rescue not geared up for these little biters... Hennerz is a tough cookie who adores the ladies ( unless he has something in his mouth) he will be a lifer here as he has an extensive bite history prior to landing here.
Stooge will be 5 in April 2020. He was gifted to the charity to train as a Stooge dog. He takes his role very seriously, learning everything he knows from our resident Stooge dog, Lily.
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Doods when he arrived into rescue
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The mammoth shaving session
Meet Doods, the Puli who shed his dreads

Doods had spent years in kennels where the owners and staff did nothing. He was in a lot of pain; we couldn't stroke him or touch him it hurt so much, he was incredibly aggressive with it. We rushed him straight over to The Dog House groomers after some pain relief given, and KD shaved his fur right back. The knots were so bad it took a long time. His skin underneath was badly infected, with massive welts and cysts all over. It was oozing. 

​As soon as we put him on the floor and took his muzzle off he was a different dog. Doods had learnt over the years that aggression kept people away and after 2 years he still carries that legacy when out of his comfort zone. Sometimes a dog is what he is, and no amount of training, etc will work. Doods is Doods and we are alright with that... we maintain his 'bubble' to keep him content.
​August 2019


Doods made his way to Rainbow Bridge in August 2024. Fly high, Doods.

A good deal of construction work was carried out at the sanctuary once we had moved onto the site. Last Chance combined with Omni Build to get new shelters and other key facilities up and running for the numerous incomers, both domestic and wild. Here are two videos showing the amazing progress that was made. 
Last Chance Hotel  Registered charity no: 1157684
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Our Lifers
    • Sit Happens Training
    • A Brief History of LCH
  • Contact us
    • Pre-Assessment questions
  • Rehoming
    • ADOPT A DOG
    • FOSTER A DOG
    • CATS FOR ADOPTION
  • Support Us
    • Donate
    • Do You Shop Online?
    • Hold an event
    • A Gift in Your Will
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer
    • Events
    • Write to your MP
  • NEWS & INFO
    • Wildlife Info
    • Lead On!
    • News Blog
    • Casper
    • Newsletter archive
  • Our Supporters
    • Local businesses
    • Corporate supporters
    • Our Funders
  • Waggy Tail Ending
  • Rainbow Bridge
  • Privacypolicy
  • Private Rehome Disclaimer