Carefree Dog Walking Fields

4.9(45)

Ridge road, South Hams, South West, PL7 5AD

Carefree Dog Walking Fields in South Hams
Reactive-Dog Friendly

About Carefree Dog Walking Fields

Carefree Dog Walking Fields offers three private dog walking fields in the South Hams, each suited to different needs and popular with owners of reactive, nervous or anxious dogs. The Wildflower Meadow, at two and a half acres, is the largest; the Woodland Meadow gives dogs two acres to explore; and the Dinky Paddock, at one acre, is ideal for smaller dogs or those building confidence. All three are fenced to 6ft or taller and booked by the hour for solo hire, with space for up to five dogs and two cars per session. Owners mention how well the fields work for dogs that struggle around others. One praised the gap between paddocks, which stops dogs getting distracted by neighbouring sessions, while another described it as her regular private field in the Plymouth area for a dog that needs space. A third noted the paddock's suitability for small dogs doing confidence work and trust building, away from other dogs. Each field has fresh water on site, shade and shelter, plus enrichment activities to keep dogs engaged. The rural South West setting and thoughtful layout make Carefree Dog Walking Fields a strong choice for off-lead exercise in Devon for rescue dogs, reactive dogs, and puppies learning recall.

Why visit Carefree Dog Walking Fields?

Customers consistently praise Carefree Dog Walking Fields for their suitability to reactive and nervous dogs, with thoughtful design features like inter-paddock gaps to minimise distraction. The three distinct fields cater to different needs, from confidence-building in the smaller Dinky Paddock to free exploration across two and a half acres in the Wildflower Meadow, all backed by excellent amenities and parking just minutes south of Plymouth.

Security & fencing

6ft+ fencing

From the field’s own information

  • 1.8 metre high secure fencing
  • 1.2 metre high secure fencing
  • 1.8 metre high secure fencing

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Hire prices

Published prices from £15 per hour
OptionApplies toPrice
The Wildflower Meadow Booking1 hour appointment for up to 2 cars and 5 dogs£15
The Dinky Paddock Booking1 hour appointment for up to 2 cars and 5 dogs£15
The Woodland Meadow Booking1 hour appointment for up to 2 cars and 5 dogs£15

Prices are published by Carefree Dog Walking Fields and may change — confirm current rates when booking.

Facilities

  • water
  • shade
  • shelter
  • picnic benches
  • seating
  • enrichment activities

What Customers Say on Google

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A go-to field for reactive and nervous dogs in Plymouth, with excellent setup and minimal mud thanks to one-hour booking slots that keep the ground in good condition.

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The gap between paddocks stops dogs getting distracted by neighbouring sessions, making it ideal for dogs that struggle around others and need confidence building.

Facilities

Three distinct fields offer different experiences, with ample parking, natural surroundings, and convenient late-summer booking options minutes outside Plymouth near Sherford.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Carefree Dog Walking Fields

Carefree Dog Walking Fields is hired privately by the hour, so your dog has the space entirely to themselves, owners we hear from with reactive or anxious dogs particularly value this solo setup. The paddocks are separated by a buffer gap, which prevents dogs in neighbouring sessions from distracting each other. Local owners tell us it's a calm, quiet environment that works well for confidence building and trust work, and the choice of three different paddocks means you can pick the size and layout that suits your dog's comfort level.

The Dinky Paddock, at one acre, is the smallest of the three and works particularly well for recall training, puppy work, or smaller breeds. Owners tell us it's a manageable size for building confidence without overwhelming nervous dogs. The field is fenced to 6ft or higher, and there's fresh water on tap, shelter, and seating. Sessions are an hour long and cost from around £15, confirm current rates when you book.

Each paddock has fresh water on tap, shelter from the weather, seating, and picnic benches, making it easy to spend the full hour comfortably. Owners mention mowed pathways through longer meadow areas, which encourage natural sniffing and exploration. Poo bag bins are provided throughout. Parking is straightforward, with space for two cars per session, and local dog owners tell us the site is peaceful and just minutes from Plymouth near Sherford.

Sessions are one hour long and booked for solo private hire, so you have the paddock entirely to yourselves. You can bring up to five dogs per booking, which works well for multi-dog households or professional walkers. Owners tell us the hour gives dogs plenty of time to explore, sniff, and run freely, many mention their dogs are thoroughly tired out by the end of the session.

The Wildflower Meadow, at two and a half acres, is the largest and popular for high-energy dogs, owners use it for hunting training games, agility practice, and flat-out running. The Woodland Meadow offers two acres with more varied terrain for sniffing and exploration. The Dinky Paddock suits smaller dogs or confidence work. Local feedback highlights the natural meadow environment, the mowed pathways, and the fact that the site stays in good condition even with regular bookings, as each session is capped at an hour.

Contact Details

Address
Ridge road, South Hams, South West, PL7 5AD

Field Details

Session length
1 hour
Max dogs
up to 5 dogs

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