Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond
Thorndale Trout Farm, Melsonby, DL10 5NJ, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, DL10 5NJ
“Enjoy a peaceful walk in the countryside, without the stress!”

About Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond
Why visit Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond?
Customers value Sammy's for its spacious four-acre layout, extensive enrichment amenities (pool, agility equipment, ball pit) and thoughtful facilities for both dogs and owners. The private hire model and fully enclosed design make it particularly popular with owners of reactive and anxious dogs seeking a calm, secure environment without unexpected encounters.
Security & fencing
Fence height not verified for this field. We only publish security details we can confirm from the field’s own information — always check the perimeter carefully on arrival, especially with an escape-prone or reactive dog.
From the field’s own information
- “We have a secure car park with a lockable gate so your dog is safe from the moment you open the car door. We have two further gates to provide extra security and greater control over the dogs entering and exiting the field.”
- “This area is fenced off for safety.”
Security details last verified 13 June 2026. Spotted incorrect details for Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond? Let us know.
Hire prices
Published prices from £11 per session| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Field hire | up to 2 dogs | £11 |
| Introductory session | — | £17.50 |
| Additional dog | per additional dog | £2 |
Prices are published by Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Facilities
- dog pool
- agility equipment
- toys
- fresh running water
- bowls
- shelter
- refreshment cabin
- ball pool
- sensory garden
- dog shower
What Customers Say on Google
“Visitors consistently praise the thoughtful amenities: a refreshment cabin with hot and cold drinks for owners, a dog pool, ball pit, sandpit and agility equipment keep dogs engaged across all weathers.”
“The private hire model and multiple gates create a controlled, calm environment ideal for reactive and anxious dogs, owners report their nervous rescues relax completely without unexpected encounters.”
“The four-acre space and well-maintained grounds, combined with secure parking and multiple entry points, make it a safe, enriching venue that dog owners travel significant distances to use repeatedly.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond
Sammy's Secure Dog Field offers an impressive range of amenities across its four acres. Dogs can enjoy a filtered dog pool, ball pit, sand pit sensory garden, agility equipment, and a toy box. There's fresh running water, bowls, and a dog shower on site. For owners, a refreshment cabin stocks hot and cold drinks, snacks, and dog treats on an honesty basis, with sheltered seating for poor weather and a picnic bench for sunny days. Local dog owners tell us it's particularly well maintained and feels thoughtfully designed for both dogs and their humans.
Each private hire session at Sammy's Secure Dog Field lasts 50 minutes, giving your dog plenty of time to explore, play, and tire themselves out. Sessions start from around £11, confirm current rates when booking. Dog owners we hear from in North Yorkshire consider this excellent value given the range of facilities included, from the pool and agility equipment to the refreshment cabin. Some regulars book double sessions and bring a picnic to enjoy under the trees on warmer days.
Yes, Sammy's Secure Dog Field near Richmond is designed specifically with reactive and anxious dogs in mind. The field operates on a private hire basis, one booking at a time, so your dog won't encounter any other dogs during your session. The site is fully enclosed with multiple gates providing controlled entry and exit, which owners of nervous rescues tell us helps their dogs stay calm from the moment they leave the car. The spacious four-acre layout gives anxious dogs room to decompress safely.
Sammy's Secure Dog Field has a dedicated parking system that dog owners in Richmond find reassuring. Local feedback highlights that the parking setup keeps dogs safe as soon as they step out of the car, with secure access directly from the parking area into the field's multiple-gate entry system. This controlled arrival is particularly valued by owners of reactive or excitable dogs, as it avoids the stress of navigating public footpaths or encountering other animals before you've even started your session.
With a rating of 4.8 from 38 customers, Sammy's Secure Dog Field is one of the highest-rated facilities in North Yorkshire, where the area average is 4.7 across 15 fields. What distinguishes it is the sheer range of enrichment: a filtered pool for swimming, ball pit, sensory sand area with varied textures, agility course, and a toy box, all maintained to a high standard. The human-focused refreshment cabin is another favourite, and regulars tell us they travel half an hour or more specifically for this field because the combination of space, facilities, and secure private hire is hard to match elsewhere in Yorkshire.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 7887934130
- Address
- Thorndale Trout Farm, Melsonby, DL10 5NJ, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, DL10 5NJ
How Sammy’s Secure Dog Field, Richmond Compares
in North Yorkshire
More reviews than 53% of dog fields in North Yorkshire
Reactive-Dog Friendly — 1 of 7 in North Yorkshire
Field Details
- Size
- 4 acres
- Session length
- 50 minute slots
- Hire type
- Solo / private hire
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