Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat
Shepherds Rest Hill Farm, Pond Hall Rd, Ipswich, East of England, IP7 5PS
“Secure and Peaceful”
About Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat
Why visit Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat?
Customers consistently praise Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat for its spacious 2.5-acre layout and strong appeal to reactive or anxious dogs seeking private, stress-free exercise. Well-maintained facilities, straightforward online booking, and reliable amenities make it a convenient choice near Ipswich for owners wanting off-lead freedom without the unpredictability of shared spaces.
Security & fencing
From the field’s own information
- “Surrounded by 6 foot high secure fencing, ensuring you and your dog can roam and enjoy your walk without any worries of being disturbed.”
- “Our secure dog walking area measure 2.5 acres. Surrounded by 6 foot high secure fencing”
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Hire prices
Published prices from £12 per session| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Hour Secure Dog Walk (1 to 4 dogs) | 1 to 4 dogs | £12 |
| 1 Hour Secure Dog Walk (5 to 10 dogs) | 5 to 10 dogs | £15 |
Prices are published by Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Facilities
- running water
- shelter
What Customers Say on Google
“A spacious 2.5-acre field with varied terrain, open grass, woodland trails, and planted areas ideal for training and play. Customers note their dogs enjoy exploring undergrowth and defined pathways, returning thoroughly exhausted after 55-minute sessions.”
“Private hire model eliminates stress for owners of reactive or nervous dogs. One visitor reported complete watching their anxious dogs run off-lead freely, with no worry about how other dogs or people might react.”
“Well-maintained amenities including running water, shelter, accessible dog waste bins, and convenient parking. Booking is straightforward online, and the organised, reliable experience is appreciated.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat
Sessions at Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat last 55 minutes, giving your dog plenty of time to explore and tire themselves out. You can book for up to ten dogs in a single session, which makes it ideal for families with multiple dogs or professional walkers coordinating group exercise. Owners we hear from in Ipswich find the hour-long slot is just right, one noted their dogs came back 'totally exhausted' after a full run around the 2.5-acre space.
Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat provides running water on-site, so you can refresh your dog after a good run, plus shelter for when the weather turns. There's a dog waste bin by the entrance, making clean-up straightforward. Owners tell us there are benches dotted around for you to sit and relax while your dog explores, and a small indoor seating area offers additional comfort. Parking is convenient, right next to the field, which makes arrival and departure easy.
Yes, Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat is well-suited to reactive, nervous, or anxious dogs. The field operates on a private, solo-hire basis, so you won't encounter other dogs or owners during your session. The 2.5-acre space is fully enclosed with 6ft or taller fencing, and owners we hear from value the complete privacy, one mentioned 'for once no stress worrying about how others react to dogs'. The entrance provides access when arriving and leaving.
The 2.5-acre field at Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat includes open grass areas for running and chasing, plus mown pathways winding through established bushes and undergrowth. Owners in the Ipswich area tell us their dogs enjoy the variety, the trails through the greenery are popular for sniffing and exploring, while the open space suits high-energy play. One visitor noted it's particularly good for training gun dog puppies, and the surrounding natural woodland adds to the tranquil setting.
Hire starts from around £12 per 55-minute session, confirm current rates when you book. Owners tell us the booking system on the website is straightforward and easy to navigate, with availability clearly displayed. The price offers good value for a secure, private field of this size near Ipswich, and the convenient location just off the main road in Hadleigh makes it accessible for local dog owners and those travelling from further afield.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 7966288426
- Address
- Shepherds Rest Hill Farm, Pond Hall Rd, Ipswich, East of England, IP7 5PS
How Shepherds Rest Dog Retreat Compares
in Ipswich
39 reviews on Google
Field Details
- Size
- 2.5 acres
- Session length
- 55 minute use of our secure dog venue
- Max dogs
- up to 10 dogs
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