Central Bark Dog Field, Sancton
Houghton Lane, Sancton, York, YO43 4RE, York, Yorkshire and the Humber, YO43 4RE
“Nestled away on the outskirts of the village of Sancton is our secure dog walking field: Central Bark!”

About Central Bark Dog Field, Sancton
Why visit Central Bark Dog Field, Sancton?
Customers consistently praise Central Bark's spacious grassland and thoughtfully maintained facilities across its 1.8 acres, making it a top choice for owners of reactive or nervous dogs seeking distraction-free private hire near York. The exclusive solo-booking model, combined with practical amenities and engaging features like agility equipment and sheltered areas, delivers genuine value from around £5 per 30 minutes.
Security & fencing
From the field’s own information
- “The field is 1.8 acres of grassland and has 2m high secure fencing, wire netting along the ground and is double gated”
- “The field is 1.8 acres of grassland and has 2m high secure fencing, wire netting along the ground and is double gated”
- “A 1.8acre field which has been designed to keep even the naughtiest, nervous or nimble dogs safely inside.”
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Hire prices
Published prices from £5 per 30 min| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 60 minute session | 1-2 dogs | £8 |
| 60 minute session | 3-4 dogs | £11 |
| 60 minute session | 5-6 dogs | £15 |
| 30 minute session | 1-2 dogs | £5 |
| 30 minute session | 3-4 dogs | £7 |
| 30 minute session | 5-6 dogs | £9 |
Prices are published by Central Bark Dog Field, Sancton and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Facilities
- parking
- shelter
- water butt
- bowls
- poo bins
What Customers Say on Google
“Owners appreciate the spacious 1.8-acre grassland with long grass for sniffing and plenty of room for dogs to run freely, backed by practical amenities including water, shelter, poo bins and picnic tables.”
“The peaceful, isolated setting away from distractions and other dogs makes it ideal for nervous and reactive animals, allowing them to exercise with confidence in their own private space.”
“Extra touches like agility obstacles, a sand pit, water paddle board, straw bales, balls and spare poo bags enhance the experience, with thoughtful facilities including covered shelter for rainy or hot weather.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Central Bark Dog Field, Sancton
Central Bark Dog Field operates on a solo-hire basis, so you have the entire 1.8 acres to yourself during your booked slot, no other dogs or owners around. The field is fully enclosed with 6ft-plus fencing and a double-gated entry, giving for dogs that need a secure environment. The location on the outskirts of Sancton is notably peaceful, with no distractions along the perimeter, which owners of reactive and nervous dogs tell us makes a real difference for confident off-lead exercise.
Hire starts from around £5 per 30 minutes, with 60-minute slots also available, confirm current rates when you book. Sessions are private, so you won't be sharing the field with anyone else. You can bring up to six dogs in one booking, which makes it practical for multi-dog households or professional walkers. Owners we hear from in the York area say it's excellent value for the space and facilities provided.
The field provides water butts and bowls, poo bins, on-site parking for around four cars, and a covered shelter with picnic tables, useful on rainy days or hot afternoons. For the dogs, there's a sandpit, agility obstacles including hay bales, and even paddle boards for cooling down. Owners tell us they appreciate the thoughtful touches like spare poo bags and toys, plus the grass is kept short enough for smaller dogs to sprint around happily.
Central Bark Dog Field is set in countryside just outside Sancton, near York in the East Riding of Yorkshire. The field stands alone in a quiet, rural spot with open views, which many local dog owners describe as peaceful and beautiful. The seclusion means minimal noise and distraction, one customer told us it feels like being 'in our own little world for a while'. There's even lighting for dusk bookings, extending usable hours through the winter months.
Yes, Central Bark has an excellent rating from 28 local customers, one of the highest among dog fields around York. Owners consistently mention the space, the secure environment, and the range of enrichment features like the sandpit and obstacles. It's become a regular choice for many in the area, especially those with reactive, nervous, or high-energy dogs who benefit from private, distraction-free exercise on grassland.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 1430337000
- Address
- Houghton Lane, Sancton, York, YO43 4RE, York, Yorkshire and the Humber, YO43 4RE
How Central Bark Dog Field, Sancton Compares
in York
28 reviews on Google
Field Details
- Size
- 1.8 acres
- Session length
- 30 or 60 minute timeslots
- Max dogs
- up to 6 dogs
- Surface
- grassland
- Hire type
- Solo / private hire
- Opening hours
- 6am – 8pm daily
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