A donkey sanctuary in St Boswells has received a £750 donation to help continue their work in giving rescued donkeys a second chance at life.

The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary, which was founded 21 years ago and started with just two donkeys, was given the money by BEAR Scotland.

They now have 120 donkeys, all of which have been rescued and given a second chance at life.

The sanctuary rehomes donkeys that have been rescued from abroad and some that have been born at the sanctuary.

They are also open nine months every year and offer various experiences for the public to enjoy.

John Wilson, general manager of the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary, said: “We have had an influx of donkey over the past year, meaning that all costs are raised.

"Generous donations like this help us ensure that the facility up-keep and vet bills are covered for the upcoming winter season.”

BEAR Scotland manages and maintains the trunk road network on behalf of Transport Scotland in the south-east, including the Queensferry Crossing, the Edinburgh City Bypass, and the A68, which passes by the Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary.

Chris Waite, media and communications officer at BEAR Scotland, nominated the sanctuary through the BEAR Scotland Regional Charity Initiative.

He said: "Let's face it – who doesn't love donkeys?

"I care passionately about animal welfare and the sanctuary does great work near the trunk roads that we maintain, so I was pleased to see them benefit."