- Public supporters
- Some since 2002
Our patrons
The people who lend their names, time and platforms to the sanctuary's work. Each has a working relationship with us; this is not a list of celebrity endorsements.
People who stand with us
FLS, FRSB, MCIEEM, CEnv
Dr Rhys Jones
International scientific researcher and conservationist. Featured Wales Ape & Monkey Sanctuary on BBC One's Rhys Jones's Wildlife Patrol and Rhys to the Rescue, which covered the rescue of Bili (chimpanzee) and Titch (mandrill).
Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons, formerly Motörhead
Phil Campbell
A long-standing supporter of the sanctuary. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Phil helped raise £7,445 by running a UK tour gig-tickets raffle in aid of the residents.
Lead guitarist, Bullet For My Valentine
Michael 'Padge' Paget
Padge first visited the sanctuary in September 2019. He has donated equipment to the rangers we support in Angola and helped raise £7,445 with Phil Campbell during the pandemic raffle.
Chat-show host and comedian
Graham Norton
Graham has been a patron of Wales Ape & Monkey Sanctuary since 2002.
Patron since 2002
Actor, comedian, TV host
James Corden OBE
Best known for The Late Late Show on CBS and Gavin & Stacey. James visited the sanctuary and became a patron.
Actress
Sheridan Smith OBE
Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, Gavin & Stacey, and Benidorm. Sheridan visited the sanctuary and became a patron.
Wildlife photographer and conservation advocate
Gwilym Pugh
Originally from Cardiff. Internationally known model turned wildlife photographer with a 300,000-strong social-media following. Currently studying for a BSc in Environmental Science.
The sanctuary holds a special place in my heart. Every animal is rescued and given the best life possible.
Become a patron
Start with a conversation. There's no application form.