Tom and Ted’s, Mersea Island
CO5 7QL, Essex, East of England, CO5 7QL
“Tom and Ted's Enclosed Dog Field near Mersea Island, Essex”

About Tom and Ted’s, Mersea Island
Why visit Tom and Ted’s, Mersea Island?
Customers consistently praise Tom and Ted's for being a safe, private haven for reactive and nervous dogs. The spacious 5-acre field with variable terrain and pond offers dogs genuine off-lead freedom without the anxiety of crowds, strangers or other animals, making it particularly valuable for owners seeking a calm, controlled environment on Mersea Island.
Security & fencing
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Facilities
- pond
What Customers Say on Google
“A safe place to exercise dogs without other dogs, horses, people or possible disappearing acts by your own dogs. The private, gated setup gives owners complete.”
“The field is well looked after with plenty of parking and a pond where dogs can splash around. One customer's nervous dog loved the space and freedom it provides.”
“A lovely spot for puppies and dogs building confidence in off-lead training. The private hire means your dog has the space entirely to themselves without distractions.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Tom and Ted’s, Mersea Island
Tom and Ted's operates on a private, solo-hire basis, so your dog has the entire field to themselves with no other dogs or people around. You can book either a half-hour or one-hour time slot depending on how much exercise your dog needs. Many owners we hear from find the one-hour session ideal for letting energetic dogs really stretch their legs and enjoy the pond, while half an hour suits shorter or less active visits.
Yes, Tom and Ted's is particularly well-suited to reactive and nervous dogs. The field caters specifically for dogs who have rarely been off-lead or are anxious around other animals and people. Because it's private hire, your dog won't encounter other dogs, horses, or strangers during your session. Owners of nervous walkers tell us the calm, distraction-free environment helps their dogs relax and simply be themselves.
The field spans over five acres with variable terrain, giving dogs plenty of space to explore and run. A key feature is the pond, which is popular with water-loving dogs for swimming and splashing around. There's easy parking on-site behind the gate, making drop-off straightforward. Just bear in mind that the pond can make for a muddy ride home, so bringing towels is a sensible idea, especially after rainy weather.
Absolutely. Tom and Ted's is an excellent choice for puppy recall training. The private hire setup means your puppy can practise coming back to you without the distraction of other dogs or people, and the expansive space gives plenty of room to build confidence off-lead. Owners doing early training tell us the calm environment helps puppies focus and learn at their own pace.
Tom and Ted's is located on Mersea Island in Essex. Access to the island crosses the Strood, a tidal causeway, so it's worth checking tide times before you travel, high tides can cause flooding and queues that may delay your journey. Once you arrive, parking is straightforward behind the gate, and the field entrance is easy to find. The island setting adds to the peaceful, rural feel of the location.
Contact Details
- Address
- CO5 7QL, Essex, East of England, CO5 7QL
How Tom and Ted’s, Mersea Island Compares
in Essex
More reviews than 78% of dog fields in Essex
Field Details
- Size
- over 5 acres
- Session length
- half an hour or one hour time slot
- Surface
- variable terrain
- Hire type
- Solo / private hire
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