Blackdown Hills Puppy and Dog Activity Park

An exceptionally large, secure, and well-maintained dog park set in scenic countryside, featuring multiple fields to book with plenty of space for dogs to run off-lead and explore. The park offers a wide variety of enrichment options including separate agility areas, sensory gardens, shaded seating, covered shelters, picnic tables, bins, poo bag dispensers, water stations, and even a dog shower. The park is welcoming to dogs with various needs, including those with poor recall or dog reactivity, as bookings are for exclusive use. The staff are frequently praised for their warm welcomes and thorough introductions for first time visitors. Continuous improvements are noted, with a fenced-off water/pond area and sand pits in development. The facility is appreciated for its tranquility, beautiful views, and thoughtful design catering to both dogs and owners.

Field Feature Notes:
– Secured: Described as fully enclosed, very secure, double gates, six-foot fencing, and safety precautions in place. Suitable for dogs with escape tendencies or reactivity.
– Seating: Multiple mentions of plenty of seating, picnic benches, covered seating, and shelters for human comfort in all weather.
– Toilets: Toilets by the entrance are specifically mentioned; described as clean and well-kept.
– Toilet Bags: Poo bag dispensers are specifically mentioned and are easily available throughout the park.
– Bins: Bins for waste are numerous and conveniently located.
– Shaded Areas: Covered seating, shelters, trees, and shaded areas are mentioned several times as features for both weather protection and shade.
– Drinking Water: Multiple dedicated water stations and fresh water taps are available throughout the park.
– Water Play Area: A fenced-off pond is under construction or planned; not yet consistently available but imminent. Some mention of muddy/wet areas and a shower, but not a completed swimming area for dogs at time of most comments.
– Agility Equipment: Multiple agility areas with ramps, hurdles, tunnels, and other enrichment features are present and frequently praised.
– Park Size: Park described as ‘huge’, ‘massive’, ‘over six acres’, ‘acres for them to run’, with multiple fields—it is one of the largest around.
– Cost: Booking is required (exclusive use); some mention that regular use may be expensive, but generally considered good value for the facilities and size.

Other Field Features:
– Dog shower/rinse-off station
– Sensory garden
– Paths and wildflower areas
– Dog activity zones separately gated
– Multiple separately bookable fields
– Beautiful views
– Sand pits in planning
– Bird watching
– Copse/woody areas
– System to ensure exclusive use and seamless entry/exit