Spring is in the air and the Doggy Café is returning to Down Hall Hotel in the stunning Essex countryside.
Join us on the May bank holiday for a cute Spring celebration and the biggest dog meet up this year!
Monday 4th May
(Please note: All bookings and enquiries are dealt with via the event organisers- POP & BARK)
Make a weekend of it and book one of our dog friendly bedrooms at a discounted rate starting from only £295.
(Please use code DH02 when booking direct. Only available on the Sunday/Monday night in a Patio Room)
You can look forward to...
The prettiest outdoor Golden Retriever and Cockapoo Cafe's at the stunning Down Hall Hotel and Spa deep in the Essex countryside
A bigger off-lead area in The Garden’s of the hotel so your Golden Retriever or Cockapoo will have more space than ever!
Lots of fun for the dogs including toys to tear into, balls to chase, bubbles to pop and a giant ballpit to dive into.
Our famous Pupuccino Bars, serving delicious pup cups piled high with their favourite toppings, plus some delicious extras
Complimentary photography by Hannah Drimmer is included in your ticket price so expect a beautiful photo available to download after the event.
Some lovely small businesses will also be joining us - including Arf & Win, Bruno's Bows handmade accessories and Embark with a wide selection of natural dog food and toys.
Brucie's Bakes will be serving up freshly basked biscuits and treats with a mobile Doggy Bakery - your dog will love them!
Plus, Year's dog food will be offering tasters of their gourmet fresh dog food and sharing their expertise on doggy nutrition.
Doggy illustrator and painter Jaime Breward will be back this year, and this time, offering bespoke illustrations of your dog on site!
Brand new children's corner with giant Jenga, space hoppers, games and activity sheets for kids to dip into and enjoy.
Humans can enjoy some great food options from Down Hall, drinks from the Horsebox Bar and frozen treats from the ice cream cart.
Not a dog owner, but just a little bit in love with dogs? Come and join the fun as dog lovers are always welcome
Free on-site parking for all guests, in a new convenient parking area so you can simply arrive, park up and head straight into the fun.
(Please note: All bookings and enquiries are dealt with via the event organisers- POP & BARK)
DELICIOUS FOOD + COCKTAILS
Down Hall will be offering guests the choice of two different food stations.
Choose from beef burgers from the BBQ or authentically Italian stonebaked pizzas.
Seasonal cocktails and drinks will also be served from their horse-box bar.
PUPARAZZI + CUTE PHOTO OPPS
With lots of cute photo opportunities dotted around the stunning location, you'll have photos that you'll treasure forever.
Best of all, all the professional photos will be available to download after the event and come included in your ticket price.
PUPUCCINO BAR + BARKERY
Get ready for some tail-wagging goodness!
POP+BARK are the top dogs when it comes to Pupuccinos, serving up over 30,000 of these creamy delights.
The bar is fully stocked with dog-friendly chocolate drops, fresh blueberries, peanut butter sprinkles, gravy bones and more.
Plus, Rudi's The Doggy Bakery will also be bringing their all-natural, pupcakes, doughnut and cookies for dogs hungry for something sweet.
BROWSE SHOPPING STALLS
This year, you'll get to enjoy a much bigger shopping experience.
With lots of doggy brands, boutiques and local sellers setting up stalls for you to browse and shop.
We'll also have an artist in situ creating a live piece of art! All guests will be in the mix to win the finished piece.
THE BEST DAY EVER
It's an event for everyone, and you’ll have the chance to mingle with like-minded individuals who share their love for your dog breed.
So, grab your lead, and get ready to paw-ty at the Dog Cafe event hosted at Down Hall Hotel. Don't miss out on what promises to be the highlight doggy event of the year.
Don't want the fun to end? Stay and play for a while!
With our newly refurbished dog-friendly rooms, you can stay the night at Down Hall with your furry friend in tow. Plus, enjoy a discounted price when you book directly with us starting from only £295.
(Please use code DH02 when booking Direct. Only available on the Sunday/Monday night in a Patio Room)
After or before your session, you're welcome to explore the hotel's stunning woodlands and gardens on a dog walk. With a 110-acre site, you can make it a short stroll or an epic adventure.