Sotherton Dog Meadow, Halesworth
Mayfield, Low Farm, Sotherton, Halesworth, IP19 8NP, Lowestoft, East of England, IP19 8NP
“Let your dogs run free!”
About Sotherton Dog Meadow, Halesworth
Why visit Sotherton Dog Meadow, Halesworth?
Customers consistently praise Sotherton Dog Meadow's spacious three-acre meadow and reactive-dog-friendly private hire model, which eliminates anxiety about encounters with other dogs. The well-maintained facilities, including a pond, thoughtful play equipment, and gated car park, deliver excellent value in a peaceful rural setting near Lowestoft.
Security & fencing
From the field’s own information
- “Secure 6ft fencing”
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Hire prices
Published prices from £5 per session| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Single dog session - 25 minutes | 1 dog | £5 |
| Group session - 25 minutes | 2-3 dogs | £7 |
| Large group session - 25 minutes | 4+ dogs | £9 |
| Single dog session - 50 minutes | 1 dog | £10 |
| Group session - 50 minutes | 2-3 dogs | £12 |
| Large group session - 50 minutes | 4+ dogs | £15 |
Prices are published by Sotherton Dog Meadow, Halesworth and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Facilities
- pond
What Customers Say on Google
“Owner of a reactive dog with poor recall loves watching their dogs run freely around the field with zero anxiety about other dogs appearing, thanks to the private hire model.”
“Visitors praised the spacious three-acre meadow with thoughtful additions like logs, sandpits, water bowls and a pond, describing excellent value for money.”
“Customers consistently noted the clean, well-maintained facilities including gated car park, dog bins throughout, and fenced pond area.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Sotherton Dog Meadow, Halesworth
Sotherton Dog Meadow offers exclusively private hire sessions, meaning your dog has the entire three-acre space to themselves with no other dogs or people around. Owners of reactive dogs tell us they can watch their pets run freely with zero anxiety about unexpected encounters. The fenced perimeter is six feet or higher, and the booking system ensures complete seclusion throughout your 25 or 50-minute session, ideal for building confidence in anxious or unpredictable dogs.
Yes, the field includes a pond where water-loving dogs can swim and cool off. The pond area is separately fenced, so you can choose whether to open it during your session, perfect if you'd rather avoid a wet dog or want to keep younger dogs away from deeper water. Owners tell us their dogs adore the pond, and a hose is provided on-site for rinsing muddy paws before you leave.
Sessions at Sotherton Dog Meadow run for either 25 or 50 minutes, and prices start from around £5 per session, confirm current rates when you book. The online booking system is straightforward to use, and slots are exclusively yours, so you won't be rushed or interrupted. For the space, facilities and, local dog owners tell us it's excellent value.
Beyond the three-acre meadow and optional pond, Sotherton Dog Meadow provides logs, sandpits, and toys to keep dogs entertained throughout the session. Fresh water and bowls are available on-site, and there are plenty of dog waste bins and poop bags if you've forgotten your own. The gated car park means you can unload safely, and owners appreciate the thoughtful touches that make visits hassle-free.
Yes, Sotherton Dog Meadow is located in rural Suffolk between Halesworth and Lowestoft, with a gated car park on-site. Owners tell us the coded lock makes drop-off straightforward, and the peaceful surroundings add to the calm atmosphere. You can unload your dog from the car park before entering the main meadow.
Contact Details
- Address
- Mayfield, Low Farm, Sotherton, Halesworth, IP19 8NP, Lowestoft, East of England, IP19 8NP
Field Details
- Size
- 3 acres
- Session length
- 25 or 50 minute sessions
- Surface
- meadow
- Opening hours
- 6am - 9pm (seasonal opening hours), Open 7 days a week





