The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham

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Slyes Farm, Rickney Lane, Downash, East Sussex, BN27 2RP, East Sussex, South East, BN27 2RP

It's ALL About The Dogs!

The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham in East Sussex
Reactive-Dog FriendlySolo / Private HireEasy ParkingWell Maintained

About The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham

The Big Barn in Hailsham offers something rather special for dog owners in East Sussex: a fully enclosed indoor arena alongside outdoor space, all available for private hire with no other dogs or people during your session. This makes it a particularly strong choice for reactive, nervous or anxious dogs who need time and space to decompress away from triggers, as well as for rescue dogs still building confidence off-lead. The facility is well set up for enrichment, with obstacles and stimulation equipment spread across both the indoor and outdoor areas, giving dogs plenty to explore and engage with. Private hire runs from 6am until 10pm seven days a week, so early risers and evening walkers are both covered. Parking is easy, and there's fresh water on site along with toilet facilities, poo bins and even hot drinks machines for owners settling in for a session. CCTV and lighting add reassurance for those booking outside daylight hours. Reviews and the website confirm the barn is well maintained and thoughtfully equipped, with a clear focus on creating a calm, supportive environment for dogs who struggle in public spaces. If you're in the Hailsham area or anywhere in East Sussex and searching for a private dog field hire where your dog can run off-lead in a secure, weather-proof space, this indoor arena offers real flexibility.

Why visit The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham?

The Big Barn offers a fully enclosed indoor arena and outdoor space for private hire, making it ideal for reactive, nervous and rescue dogs needing a calm, distraction-free environment. Well-maintained facilities including parking, water, toilets and enrichment obstacles support comfortable, engaging sessions throughout the day.

Security & fencing

Fully enclosed

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

  • All areas are enclosed environments.
  • Safe, enclosed, with CCTV operating.

Security details last verified 13 June 2026. Spotted incorrect details for The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham? Let us know.

Facilities

  • parking
  • water
  • toilet
  • CCTV
  • lighting
  • poo bins
  • obstacles
  • hot drinks machines

Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham

The Big Barn offers fully enclosed indoor and outdoor areas available for private hire, meaning your dog has the space entirely to themselves with no other dogs or people present during your session. This solo booking model is particularly valuable for reactive, nervous, anxious or rescue dogs who need a calm, trigger-free environment to build confidence off-lead. The facility also has CCTV and runs sessions from 6am to 10pm seven days a week, giving you flexibility to choose quieter times that suit your dog's needs.

Yes, The Big Barn allows up to 10 dogs per booking, making it ideal for multi-dog households or professional dog walkers needing a secure space to exercise several dogs together. The private hire setup means your group has exclusive use of both the indoor arena and outdoor areas, with no other dogs present. This is particularly useful if you're managing dogs with different energy levels or working on group recall and socialisation within your own pack.

The Big Barn is well equipped for comfort and convenience. There's on-site parking for easy drop-off, fresh water for dogs, toilet facilities for owners, and poo bins throughout. Hot drinks machines are available, which is a welcome touch during colder months. The facility also has lighting for evening sessions and CCTV for added. Both the indoor arena and outdoor space include obstacles and enrichment equipment to keep dogs mentally stimulated during their visit.

The Big Barn offers both a fully enclosed indoor arena and outdoor space, all available during your private hire session. The indoor option is particularly useful in poor weather, giving dogs a chance to run and play off-lead whatever the season. The outdoor area complements this with additional room and enrichment equipment, so dogs get variety and stimulation across different environments. This dual setup makes it a practical choice for year-round exercise in East Sussex.

Contact Details

Address
Slyes Farm, Rickney Lane, Downash, East Sussex, BN27 2RP, East Sussex, South East, BN27 2RP

How The Big Barn - Secure Indoor Arena Hailsham Compares

in East Sussex

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Field Details

Max dogs
up to 10 dogs
Hire type
Solo / private hire
Opening hours
6am - 10pm 7 days a week

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