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ABOUT US

The Dog Park Hemyock is a secure dog walking facility that is situated just a stones-throw away from the centre of the village alongside a working farm.

 

Offering picturesque views of the Blackdown Hills National Landscape, this 2 acre field offers a tranquil and safe exercise area for you and your dog(s) to enjoy. 

We offer both 30 and 60 minute slots for you and your dogs to relax and unwind off-lead within a 6ft-high fenced boundary. 

Secure parking spaces for two vehicles are also provided on-site for those who wish to explore this stunning dog-friendly location from further afield. 

Please make yourselves aware of our terms and conditions before booking. 

 

We look forward to seeing you and your four-legged friends at The Dog Park Hemyock soon! 

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

By booking the dog park Hemyock, you are agreeing to abide by the following terms and conditions:

  • We reserve the right to update these terms and conditions at anytime;

  • Field users accept full responsibility for their dog(s) and any other persons welfare, safety and insurance. The land and business owners will not be held responsible or liable for any user or dog(s) while at The Dog Park Hemyock;

  • All vehicles parked on the premises are left entirely at the risk of the owner of the vehicle. We accept no responsibility for any damage or accidents on the property;

  • We recommend that any users have their own public liability policy, this is sometimes covered by pet or home insurance - please check your policy for details;

  • It is your responsibility to inspect the field and make sure that it is suitable for your dog(s) before use;

  • The field, fences and gates are regularly checked and maintained; if you notice any holes or damage please let us know on 07789938043. We cannot be held responsible for any escape of your dog(s);

  • The field was formerly farmland meaning that it may be uneven in places. Please watch your footing at all times and be aware of any stones and branches from surrounding hedges;

  • This agreement of the use of The Dog Park Hemyock does not create any rights over the land and you accept that the landowner maintains control and possession of the field and communal areas at all times. The landowner reserves the rights to enter the facility at any time for any purpose;

  • It is your responsibility as the dog owner to pick up and dispose of all dog waste, please use the bins that are provided on site to dispose of it. Please take any other waste away with you;

  • Please arrive on time and be courteous to other customers. It is your responsibility to ensure you arrive and leave in a prompt fashion to allow all users to make the most of their allocated time slots;

  • We ask that any dogs entering the facility are treated for fleas, worms and are fully vaccinated;

  • Please avoid bringing any dogs that are showing signs of illness;

  • Please ensure that all children are supervised at all times. Children are not allowed to play on the fences gates and dog equipment, users are liable for any damages caused;

  • Data privacy - any booking data we take will be kept for follow up purposes only by The Dog Park Hemyock. The information is not used for any other purpose or shared with any other parties. Payment data is handled through WIX and is subject to their data privacy policy. Please be aware that CCTV is in operation;

  • We reserve the right to refuse future bookings when we are aware that guests have not adhered to the above terms and conditions;

  • Please see bookings page for availability and costs. Prices are subject to change at any point prior to receiving a booking confirmation;

  • Dogs must be kept on a lead until they are within the fences of the main dog walking area;

  • Please do not leave dogs unattended in vehicles at any time; and

  • The Dog Park Hemyock is a no smoking area.

Dangerous Dogs Act 1991and XL Bully Dogs

You and your dogs must comply with the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 at all times when visiting The Dog Park Hemyock.

 

For the avoidance of doubt, dogs on the list of banned and dangerous dogs are permitted at The Dog Park Hemyock if the Government’s guidance and legislation are followed at the time of your booking.

 

With reference to XL Bully dogs:

 

  • From 31 December 2023 you will be required to keep your dog on a lead and muzzled when it is in the communal areas outside of the secure paddocks; including the access tracks and car park. This also applies when your dog is inside a vehicle.

 

  • Your dog must be on a lead and muzzled inside a secure paddock if there is more than one dog and/or person using the paddock under your booking. This rule applies even if the additional dogs and people form part of the same household.

 

  • Your dog can only be let off the lead and unmuzzled inside a secure paddock if there is a maximum of one dog and one person using the paddock under your booking. The dog and person must be inside one of the secure paddocks with the gate locked.

 

  • From 1 February 2024 you must have a certificate of exemption for your dog.

 

  • You must hold third party public liability insurance cover for your dog.

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