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31/08/2025

What a fabulous weekend of celebrating all things dog! 🐾🐶🧡

30/08/2025

Freya, one of this year’s ambassadors is all ready for her day at the North East Dog Festival 🐾🐶🧡

30/08/2025

Day one is here!

The weekend has arrived and we can't wait to welcome you on site. Our team have worked tirelessly to get everything in place for a wonderful 10th anniversary celebration.

If you are travelling to see us this weekend please be kind to our staff; have a great time with our activity providers, enjoy our main arena, pick up something new in the wellness tipi, make new friends at the breed hang out, support great causes with the dog shows and shop with our amazing exhibitors...BUT mostly.....have an absolutely fantastic weekend out!

Don't forget...
🌟 Ensure you follow all signage.
🌟 Drive slowly once on the parking fields.
🌟 Tickets can be bought on the gate. Cash and card accepted.
🌟 Whilst we have Wifi on site we recommend bringing cash for activities & some traders.
🌟 Parking opens at 8.30am. Gates open at 9.00am.
🌟 Show Guides can be downloaded via our website or bought on the day from the Stewards Tent - along with other super cool festival merch!
🌟 Ensure you pick up after your dog and use the bins provided.
🌟 Our team are all on site prepping for your arrival so no messages will be answered; use our FAQ’s page here. https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/faq-s

🌟 Tag us in your photos and videos

Get your tickets online at https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/

Have a wonderful North East Dog Festival!

29/08/2025

Top Tips for a great day out!

You've less than 24 hours left to get your early bird tickets! Don’t forget weekend tickets are not available on the gate - only on our website.

> Bought tickets? Make sure you have them printed or accessible on your phone for scanning. Plan ahead, our handy show guide has timetables and maps to help you work out where you want to be and what you want to see and do.

> Tickets can be bought on the gate with cash or card.

> Parking gates open at 8.30am and main gates open at 9.00am. Please ensure you take care on the country roads; this is a popular route for cyclists. Drive slowly once on site. Parking staff will direct you. No dogs to be left in cars in the general parking. Checks will be made.

> Some traders may not have card facilities so cash is recommended.

> Ensure you have suitable and comfy footwear as this is entirely field based.

> Please take a moment to think whether your dog will enjoy the festival; some dogs find crowds and noise stressful. There is still plenty to see and do without a dog.

> Dogs must be on a lead during the whole festival (unless under instruction in an activity). Please DO NOT use an extendable lead when visiting, we don’t want any doggy maypoles. Prong, shock/e-collars re not permitted. Don’t forget the welfare of your dog is your responsibility throughout the duration of the festival and they must not be left unattended at any time.

> When entering your dog(s) in any of the shows, have-a-go rings or activities you do so at your own risk. You must follow the instructions given by the staff/trainers. Keep in mind that some activities may not be suitable for all dogs, e.g activities that have a minimum age or fitness level requirement. We also ask that you consider your dog's temperament before undertaking any activities - if your dog has no recall and not normally off the lead; we wouldn’t recommend their first time being at the festival.

> Please take note of all signage on the day. The site is very large and as parts are a working farm all rules must be adhered to.

> Make sure you bring a dish and water for your dog, whilst there are dishes dotted around, as their human guardian you are responsible for your dog.

> If you are bringing children ensure you collect a blank wristband and write a contact number. Wristbands will be available on the main gate. Ensure your children are aware of the steward tent as a contact point. Please make sure your children are supervised at all times and are aware about dog safety.

and lastly....

Please be kind to our staff and we wish you a simply fantastic weekend!

27/08/2025

Absolutely love my Merch from 🐶 received as part of our Ambassador pack the .
Thank you so much - can’t wait to wear them! 🐾🥾

23/08/2025

Freya had a special delivery today from the northeastdogfestival and she was soo excited to see what was inside 🐶
Thank you to everyone forall the lovely goodies for the NEDF Ambassadors 😍
bugalugspetcare
wagweargb
thatwoofindogandfamily
taylorshydrotherapycentre
We can’t wait until next week 🐶🐾🐶🐾

23/08/2025

Just one week to go! Here's a recap of everything you need to know for the big weekend....

Where: Kirkley Hall, Ponteland, NE20 0AQ
When: Sat 30th August and Sun 31st August
Tickets: A limited number of early bird tickets are available until the night before saving you money on gate prices. Visit our website https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/

Day tickets are £10 (early bird) with children 5-15 years £3.50. Under 5s go free, dogs go free and general parking is free! We also have a brand new early bird family ticket which is £25 (x 2 adults and x2 children 5-15 years).

Our forward and disabled parking is likely to sell out before festival weekend. There are also limited tote bags and our exclusive 2025 festival pin available online.

Parking opens at 8.30am. Gates open at 9am.

What can you expect when you come along?
🎪 Thrilling main ring displays
🐾 Hands-on have-a-go activities*
🐶Two charity dog shows and a Scruffts Qualifier (Scruffts Sat only)
🎤 Expert-led talks and demos
🛍️ Brilliant shopping for dogs & humans … and loads more paw-some fun!

*some activities may incur a small charge so we recommend bringing spare change.

Plan your weekend by downloading our show guide here
https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/single-post/the-festival-show-guide-is-here

Got a question? Visit https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/faq-s

Save £’s on gate prices with early bird tickets before the weekend.

Don't forget! Be aware of any spam or scammer comments on our posts, we delete them as they are posted but some creep through. Do not buy tickets unless from our official ticket partner WeScanTickets. Tickets are nonrefundable and can no longer be transferred to a different day.

Keep an eye out for our awesome map as you enter the festival this year. Packed with everything for a super cool weekend!

15/08/2025

Download your copy now 👇🏻

Stop what you’re doing!

Your ultimate weekend planner has landed– packed with timetables, our festival map, activities, shopping list, dog show classes, have-a-go fun and so much more! 📖✨

Whether you’re plotting your must-see displays, planning your shopping route, or making sure you don’t miss any have a go activities, this guide has you covered from first paw-step to last tail wag.

Download yours below
https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/single-post/the-festival-show-guide-is-here

These are also available to preorder online and we will have a limited number on the day at the stewards tent.

🎟 Early Bird Tickets are still available – but be quick, they won’t last forever!
Visit https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/

15/08/2025

T-minus 24 hours before our show guide is available to download!

Are you on our email subscriber list? You'll get first look at this when it lands in your inbox tomorrow morning!

30 pages packed full of everything you need to make the most of your weekend – from ring timetables and our festival map to have-a-go activities, dog show classes, top tips, exhibitor lists, and special features celebrating our 10-year anniversary! 🐾

Whether you’re planning your route to your favourite trade stands, picking which talks to listen to in the Wellness Tipi, or eyeing up the have-a-go activities… the show guide has you covered.

📍 Available online now and at the festival (while stocks last!)

14/08/2025

Happy 9th birthday to my crazy velcro boy Lanza - much greyer this year but still acts like a puppy! 🐾🧡🎉🥳🎁

13/08/2025

Our wellness timetable is here!

Thanks to our wellness sponsor Pawsitive Relief who will also be speaking in the tipi.

What is your must see?

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more diverse timetable without paying a small fortune —but at the festival, it’s all included! Take a seat, relax, and enjoy an inspiring lineup of talks covering everything from canine nutrition and behaviour to health, wellness, and more. Featuring leading experts from across the North East, this is your chance to learn from the best—all as part of your day at the festival. Don’t miss it!

📅 Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st August
📍 Kirkley Hall, Ponteland
🎟 Early bird tickets available now!
https://www.northeastdogfestival.com/

13/08/2025

We are having a pawsome time on our holibobs in the Lake District 🐶🐾☀️🐕🧡