Welly and Tails, Dog Field, Penrith

5.0(93)

The Road Between Ellonby and Blencow, CA11 9SH, Westmorland and Furness, North West, CA11 9SH

We believe all dogs should have the chance to have a good run around off-lead, exploring and having fun, in a safe environment.

Welly and Tails, Dog Field, Penrith in Westmorland and Furness
Reactive-Dog FriendlySolo / Private HireAgility EquipmentSpaciousWell DrainedEasy ParkingWell MaintainedGood Value

About Welly and Tails, Dog Field, Penrith

Welly and Tails is a 2.5-acre private dog walking field near Penrith, offering exclusive hour-long sessions where nervous, reactive and high-energy dogs can exercise off-lead without other dogs or members of the public present. The field features 6ft or taller fencing and is particularly well-suited to reactive and rescue dogs needing a calm, quiet space. Owners with nervous rescues consistently praise the private hire and peaceful setting. The field combines longer grass with mown paths and a gravel perimeter, giving dogs plenty of room to explore and run. Agility and sensory equipment includes wooden ramps, platforms, tractor tyres, a tunnel with raised bank, and a sandpit, plus three paddling pools in warmer weather. Owners note the thought that has gone into the setup, with mentions of the scent work area and the variety of obstacles for play and training. Parking is easy and practical. You can drive into a secure holding area, close the gate, and then let your dog into the field, which owners with anxious dogs find especially helpful. The site is well maintained, with shelters, picnic tables, water bowls, a dog wash station and hose, poo bins and bags provided. The gravel path around the perimeter keeps feet clean even in winter. Feedback describes it as "well kept and maintained always" and a "fantastic facility". With a near-perfect Google rating, Welly and Tails is one of the most consistently praised private dog fields in Westmorland and Furness, regularly recommended by owners of reactive, nervous and rescue dogs across the north-west.

Why visit Welly and Tails, Dog Field, Penrith?

Customers consistently praise Welly and Tails for its suitability for reactive and nervous dogs, with private exclusive hire ensuring a calm, distraction-free experience. The spacious 2.5-acre field combines thoughtfully maintained facilities, good drainage for all-weather use, and substantial agility equipment at reasonable prices, making it a trusted choice near Penrith for dogs needing safe, controlled off-lead exercise.

Security & fencing

6ft+ fencing

From the field’s own information

  • We've installed 6 foot tornado wire fencing all around the paddock to make it extra secure and safe.

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Hire prices

Published prices from £10 per session
OptionApplies toPrice
Upto 2 dogs50 minute slot£10
Upto 3 dogs50 minute slot£11
Upto 4 dogs50 minute slot£12
Upto 5 dogs50 minute slot£13
Upto 6 dogs50 minute slot£14

Prices are published by Welly and Tails, Dog Field, Penrith and may change — confirm current rates when booking.

Facilities

  • water
  • parking
  • poo bins
  • agility equipment
  • wash station
  • poo bags

What Customers Say on Google

Reactive-Dog

Perfect for nervous rescues with a path round the field so in winter you don't have to walk in wet or mud. The thoughtful drainage design keeps dogs and owners comfortable even in poor weather.

Space

Big field with agility obstacles and private hire sessions that are fantastic for reactive dogs. The exclusive booking means your dog exercises without other dogs or members of the public present.

Value

Fantastic facility and reasonably priced. Easy car parking with space to drive into a smaller area, close a gate and open to the field, practical access for every visit.

Source: Google Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Welly and Tails, Dog Field, Penrith

Welly and Tails offers solo, private hire, you book the entire 2.5-acre field for your dog alone, with no other dogs or members of the public present during your 50-minute session. Owners we hear from with reactive and nervous rescues particularly value this privacy and the calm, quiet setting. The field also has 6ft or taller fencing. Combined with the spacious layout and thoughtful facilities, it's become a trusted space for dogs needing confidence-building off-lead time in the Penrith area.

Each booking at Welly and Tails runs for 50 minutes, giving you and your dog plenty of time to explore the field, try the agility equipment, and enjoy off-lead exercise. You can bring up to six dogs per booking, which works well for multi-dog households or professional walkers. The field operates on a private-hire basis, so the space is yours alone for the session, no other dogs or people will be present.

The field features wooden agility equipment including ramps, platforms, tractor tyres, a tunnel with raised bank, and a sandpit, plus three paddling pools in warmer weather. There's a wash station with a hose for rinsing off muddy paws and boots, water bowls, poo bags and bins, and sheltered areas with picnic tables. Owners tell us the site is well maintained year-round, and the gravel path around the perimeter keeps you out of mud even in wet weather.

There's easy on-site parking at Welly and Tails, and owners tell us the setup is particularly convenient, you can drive into a secure holding area, close the gate behind you, then open the field gate to let your dog out safely without risk of them reaching the road. Access is via a coded gate, provided when you book. The straightforward parking and vehicle access make drop-off simple, especially helpful for nervous or reactive dogs.

Hire starts from around £10 per 50-minute session, confirm current rates when you book. Owners we hear from in Westmorland and Furness describe it as good value given the size of the field, the range of agility equipment, and the private-hire setup. For reactive or nervous dogs needing dedicated off-lead time, many find the price reasonable for the quality and the facility offers.

Contact Details

Address
The Road Between Ellonby and Blencow, CA11 9SH, Westmorland and Furness, North West, CA11 9SH

Field Details

Size
2.5 acre
Session length
50 minute slots
Max dogs
up to 6 dogs per booking
Surface
Longer grass and little mowed paths with gravel path
Hire type
Solo / private hire

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