Guanaco producing luxury natural fibre at Heathylee in the Peak District

Heathylee House Farm

A Peak District hill farm breeding Guanaco and Mediterranean Miniature Donkeys

Nestled in the scenic heart of the Peak District, Heathylee House Farm is a working farm with a rare twist. Alongside our traditional livestock, we proudly breed and care for a unique herd of more than 60 South American guanacos and a delightful drove of Mediterranean Miniature Donkeys, combining heritage farming with a love for extraordinary animals.

At Heathylee House Farm, our guanacos and miniature donkeys each bring their own unique charm. The guanacos, elegant and regal, produce a naturally luxurious fibre that’s among the softest in the world — a rare gift harvested through careful, ethical farming. In contrast, our delightful miniature donkeys win hearts with their gentle nature and inquisitive, cheeky personalities.





GUANACOS AND MINIATURE DONKEYS

Rare breeds in the Heart of the Peak District - luxury natural fibre and friendly companions from our farm to you

Guanaco bred in the Peak District for natural luxury fibre that rivals vicuna

GUANACO

Our guanaco have taken to farmed life in the Peak District really well. We have a herd of more than 60 guanaco and chulengos on the farm, possibly the largest herd outside of South America, producing a rare luxury natural fibre that rivals vicuña in it's buttery softness. 


Mediterranean Miniature donkeys for sale in the UK

MINIATURE DONKEYS

Mediterranean Miniature Donkeys are a favourite on the farm. Cheeky and playful, we get really excited when a baby donkey is due to arrive in the world. Originating from Sicily and Sardinia these adorable animals have grown in popularity in the UK in recent years and it's easy to see why.

ADDRESS
Heathylee House Farm
Hollinsclough
Nr Buxton
Peak District
SK17 0RD


CONTACT:

Email:  karen@heathylee.co.uk

Phone: 01298 83659

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