Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Fields, Carlisle
Oak Tree Farm, Wetheral Shields, Carlisle, CA4 8JA, Cumberland, North West, CA4 8JA
“Our large, secure paddock is available to hire for dog owners looking to give their dogs some off-lead fun!”

About Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Fields, Carlisle
Why visit Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Fields, Carlisle?
Customers praise Oak Tree Animals' Charity Dog Fields for its spotlessly maintained facilities and genuinely knowledgeable staff who prioritise animal welfare. Hiring the private paddock by the hour supports a well-run charity, and the on-site café and woodland walks make it an appealing day out for families across north-west England.
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Hire prices
Published prices from £10 per hour| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Paddock hire | — | £10 |
Prices are published by Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Fields, Carlisle and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
What Customers Say on Google
“The whole place is spotlessly clean with excellent animal care standards. Staff are brilliant and attentive, making this a well-run charity facility visitors can trust.”
“Staff go above and beyond during adoption consultations, providing detailed information about each dog's training, health and background to ensure the right match.”
“Knowledgeable and approachable staff take time to work through concerns, even with first-time dog owners, making the experience informative and confidence-building.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Fields, Carlisle
Sessions at Oak Tree Animals' Charity Dog Fields start from around £10 per hour, confirm current rates when booking. The field is part of a charitable site near Carlisle, so hire fees support the wider animal welfare work the charity carries out. Owners tell us that booking ahead is essential, and many appreciate that their payment goes towards a good cause while giving their dog a dedicated, private exercise space.
Oak Tree Animals' Charity Dog Fields sits within a working charity site that includes an on-site café serving freshly baked scones and hot food, plus a small gift shop. The café is dog-friendly, with indoor and outdoor seating, and there's a children's play area nearby. Dog owners often combine a field session with a visit to the café, and some enjoy the woodland walk available on-site for a longer outing afterwards.
Yes, the private paddock at Oak Tree Animals' Charity Dog Fields is particularly well suited to nervous dogs, reactive dogs, and puppies in training. Owners in Cumberland use the space for recall work and confidence-building away from other dogs and distractions. The fact that it's a solo-hire booking means your dog has the paddock to themselves, which dog owners tell us makes a real difference for anxious pets still learning to relax off-lead.
Oak Tree Animals' Charity Dog Fields benefits from the exceptionally high standards maintained across the entire charity site. Dog owners visiting the Carlisle facility consistently describe it as spotlessly clean, with the same level of care applied to the paddock as to the animal housing and public areas. Staff are praised for their dedication, and the level of upkeep reflects the charity's broader commitment to animal welfare throughout the site.
Yes, many dog owners combine their paddock hire with a look around the wider charity site near Carlisle. You can see donkeys and goats without booking, though visits to the cat and dog rehoming areas require an appointment to keep the animals calm. Families often make an afternoon of it, using the café and small shop, and some explore the woodland walk on-site. It's a popular way to support the charity while exercising your own dog.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 1228560082
- Address
- Oak Tree Farm, Wetheral Shields, Carlisle, CA4 8JA, Cumberland, North West, CA4 8JA
How Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Fields, Carlisle Compares
in Cumberland
More reviews than 80% of dog fields in Cumberland
Well Maintained — 1 of 1 in Cumberland




