In this episode of HoofNotes, Robert shares a scorcher of a week — from surviving the Saintfield Show heatwave to taking home Reserve Champion with his beloved donkeys. Hear what it means to show animals, and why Tourism Northern Ireland’s recent visit could change everything. We’ve got outreach visits, a surprise appearance from the ever-demanding Luna, and a mid-podcast interruption from Branston the cat — naturally about 30 minutes in. Settle in for a warm, honest, and very donkey-filled ride through rural life.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a much-needed pause to rest and reset, Robert returns with an extended episode of HoofNotes. In this heartfelt catch-up, we visit a wedding where the donkeys wore umbrellas, enjoy some hilarious and moving care home moments, visit from a Scottish family, and experience the chaos of 9 donkeys on one trek.

Plus: a beautiful listener question all about donkey foaling, the practical aspects and the little joys surrounding birth.

It’s a longer listen this week, packed with stories. Grab a cuppa, and come walk with us through mayhem, laughter, and the magic of farm life.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on HoofNotes, the gates are closed — but the stories haven’t stopped. As Robert takes time for some long-overdue maintenance around the farm, the animals step up with their usual mix of drama and heart.

There’s a sheep stuck in a fence, another sheep launching a surprise headbutt, and a deeply moving moment as one visitor finds peace during a goat meditation session. With donkeys providing comfort, goats mirroring emotions, and one very determined woman who overcame anxiety just to show up — it’s a gentle reminder that being still with animals can be the best therapy.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on HoofNotes, we’ve got everything from giggling date nights to donkeys delivering beer at weddings — and one very brave hen called Brigid, who escaped a fox with her life (but not her tail feathers).

Robert takes us behind the scenes of a joyful school visit (with some wonderfully old-fashioned children’s names), an adult birthday in the barn, and the launch of Beer Burros — a new wedding craze from America that Turlough and Tinkerbell are taking international.

There’s laughter, a few heartfelt listener stories, and a more emotional moment too — as Robert reflects on his first donkey, Muffin, whose legacy still lives on at Kinedale.

🔔 Content warning: This episode includes a brief mention of pet loss and euthanasia during the Farm Archives section.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on HoofNotes, Robert dives into the delightful chaos of life with donkeys — The buzz at Balmoral to a carrot-fuelled conference catastrophe starring Hobnob. There’s also a peek behind the scenes of filming with TG4, some vintage Balmoral tales from the Farm Archives, and your usual dose of hoof-polished humour. Plus, we tease a Balmoral Bonus Episode packed with interviews and behind-the-scenes stories. Grab a cuppa and settle in.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the very first episode of HoofNotes! Robert Wallace, aka Donkey Boy, introduces himself and shares the story of how his passion for donkeys began. Learn what to expect from the podcast each week, enjoy updates from the farm, and hear the hilarious (and slightly scandalous) Hoofnote Headline of the week: when miniature donkey Turlough exposed himself during a cuddle session. You’ll also hear about a school visit gone slightly awry, and the buzz of May Day weekend at Kinedale Donkeys.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert shares updates from the farm, including how the boys have been repeatedly breaking out and the preparations underway for Balmoral Show. This week’s Hoofnote Headline: Mother Goat Goes Bald from Being a Brat. Get the lowdown on Morag the goat and her misbehaviour. The featured story is a gem from Robert’s youth: the time he and donkey Denis appeared on stage in Dublin in the opera Carmen. Plus, Robert introduces a new segment — The To Do List — where he commits to tasks for public accountability.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back for Episode 3! Robert welcomes listeners and gives a heartfelt update on recent events: visiting the NI Hospice with the donkeys (and another Turlough moment), a successful Donkey Date Night, and the sunset escapee walk. Hear about upcoming events including the Sunset Picnic, Beer & Cheese Night, and get behind-the-scenes of setting up for Balmoral Show. The Hoofnote Headline this week: Donkey Demands SPF50 Before Stepping Out — a tale of pink-nosed diva Tinkerbell. The featured story is about Perdita’s brave and cheeky first visit to a care home. Robert also checks in on his public to-do list, sets new goals, and shares plans for filming with TG4 and his new social media steward role at the show.

Follow our socials @hoofnotespod

Find out more about Kinedale Donkeys at www.kinedaledonkeys.co.uk

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.