Looe Monkey Sanctuary won't open to public in 2025
Wild Futures say rising costs mean they can't afford to let people in
The charity behind The Monkey Sanctuary in Cornwall says it can't afford to open its doors to the public this year.
Wild Futures say their site, near Looe, will remain closed for 2025 - largely due to rising costs.
They've assured supporters that the monkeys in their care will continue to be looked after though.
In a statement posted on social media, Wild Futures said:
"After much consideration, we have had to make the decision that our Monkey Sanctuary will remain closed to the public for the 2025 season.
"Due largely to rising costs, the financial strain on our charity continues to impact us negatively, and we have had to make drastic but necessary changes to our current model, whilst we carry out a strategic assessment of our operation.
"Simply put, we cannot afford to open our doors to the public. As a true Sanctuary, the monkeys in our care will always come first, and we are dedicating our entire efforts to them during this challenging time.
"We understand that this news may be disappointing for some, and we hope you can understand our reasons."
They've also thanked the community for their ongoing 'support, kindness, and generosity'.
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