Have fun with your dogs in a secure & private field.
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Thank you ….
A huge thank you to everyone for being so vigilant with poo picking (and for picking up someone’s missed poo – one day it may be yours). We do a sweep of the field at the end of every day and, although it gets heavy use, the field is nearly always spotless.
We are really delighted that the field has proved so useful to so many of you.
Have fun!
We really hope you enjoy using our field and it enables you to have even more fun and freedom with your dog(s).
The field is a level 2 acres, recently stock fenced (sheep fencing) to a height of 4′, with mature hedges surrounding 75%. The field gate is covered in narrow gauge mesh. The perimeter is checked regularly and will be kept as secure as possible. It is a rural field with foxes, deer, rabbits, badgers etc. roaming, all of which can damage fences or dig, we are unable to guarantee complete security. Your use of the field is, therefore, entirely at your own risk.
Fresh water and drinking bowls are available by the drinking trough and a dog poo bin (all poo must be picked up).
For those of you who don’t wish to run around with your dog there’s are two picnic benches for those lovely sunny days (bring a friend, a coffee and have a relaxing chat while your dogs have a romp) and a small field shelter for when you just want to hide from the wind and rain and let your dog exercise itself.
At your first visit we ask that you walk the perimeter of the field to assure yourself that it is safe for your own dog’s needs. If you decide for any reason that it is not, for example your tiny terrier can squeeze through the stock fencing, please text me immediately and you are free and we will refund you.
Please note the field is at Bankside Farm and not Bankside. There is a sign on the main B2112 Ditchling Road saying Bankside Farm and John Lloyd Fine Furniture, this is where you turn off. If you rely soley on satnav it will probably take you to the wrong address Bankside, even Pepper Close or Grove House.
7 Days a week
Opening Times and Prices
The field is open Monday to Sunday 8am until 7pm.
Please ensure you leave enough time to catch your dogs within your session and return to your car promptly so the field is ready for the next person. A generous gap is left between bookings to ensure reactive dogs do not have to meet in the car park or on the way to/from the field (distance approx 70m). This will be shown on your confirmation email as a longer session but does not mean your session has a flexible start time, so please be punctual.
No extension is allowed for late arrival to the field. No refunds are given for no show to session booking.
We reserve the right to close the field, cancel or refuse a booking at any time (we never know when the farmer will turn up to cut the hedges etc.). A full refund will be given should this happen. Cancellation will be notified to the field user/booker as early as possible.
Manage your booking via our booking app.
Simply click the link to get the app and create your account if you do not have one. You can then easily book and manage your visits.
Simple bookings via the app
The first time you wish to use the field.
Please download a copy of the directions to the field. Remember to bring this with you. A diagram and directions to the field are also on the car park gate, please keep you dog on a short lead, and walk directly to the exercise field, there are sometimes horses in the field you walk through, they will safely behind electric fencing, they do not mind dogs and will not bother you. Please note dogs must be kept on a short lead and under control until they are securely in the dog exercise field.
Parking
There is one designated marked parking bay in front of the wooden gates provided for dog exercise field users. This should always be free so please use this space. Please DO NOT bring your car through the gate. If you are being joined by a friend there should be plenty of a space in the main car park. There is through access for cars across the car park to the cottages beyond so take care when unloading.
We very much look forward to welcoming you and your dog(s).
The car park has now been resurfaced, the driveway improved and we have new entrance gates! There is now enough space in the car park for dog field overflow parking so do bring a doggy friend to share the field.
Please make sure you arrive promptly for the session time you have booked i.e 4pm for a 4pm booking. The extra 30 mins shown on your booking confirmation email does not mean your session is flexible e.g. if you are running late. The additional time is to ensure dogs do not meet so, if you are running late, I am afraid your session time is shortened.
Payments will be processed using the secure Stripe platform. It is not necessary to have a Stripe account – all standard debit cards are accepted.
You can make booking online or in our app.
Simply click the link to get the app, and create your account if you do not have one. You can then easily book and manage your visits.
The choice is yours to use the desktop browser booking or the app, You can use a mix of both at anytime. Simply create your account and your ready to book your first visit.
The car park has now been resurfaced, the driveway improved and we have new entrance gates! There is now enough space in the car park for dog field overflow parking so do bring a doggy friend to share the field.
Please make sure you arrive promptly for the session time you have booked i.e 4pm for a 4pm booking. The extra 30 mins shown on your booking confirmation email does not mean your session is flexible e.g. if you are running late. The additional time is to ensure dogs do not meet so, if you are running late, I am afraid your session time is shortened.
Payments will be processed using the secure Stripe platform. It is not necessary to have a Stripe account – all standard debit cards are accepted.
Quick & Easy bookings
Manage your booking via our booking app.
Simply click the link to get the app, create your account if you do not have one. You can then easily book and manage your visits.
How to install the app
Install the client App now, it only takes a few seconds. Simply click the INSTALL button at the top of the page and follow the instructions. If there is no install button appearing above, please click the 3 dots in upper right corner of the browser and select the option “Add to homescreen”. The app is available on Android (most browsers), on Windows and macOS (with Chrome or Edge), and on iOS with Safari.
How to pay for your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead may I book?
14 days, this is to keep the availability of bookings fair to all.
May I book more than one session?
Yes, you may book as many sessions as you wish up to 14 days ahead.
How do I make payment
Your booking is only confirmed once payment has been received. Payment may only be made online at the time of booking using any standard debit card through the secure Stripe platform. We no longer accept Paypal payments. Sorry we are unable to take phone bookings.
May I book for more than 3 dogs at a time?
Occasionally we allow another dog by special arrangement and charge £2 extra per dog. Please call me to discuss if you would like to bring another dog
How do I cancel my booking?
Bookings must be cancelled by logging into your profile in the app or booking system. For a full refund, bookings must be cancelled no later than 24hrs before your chosen session. No refund for later cancellations. Your payment will be refunded no later than 2 days from the date of your cancellation but may take 5-10 days to appear in your account.
May another family member or friend bring my dogs if I am unable to?
Yes
Will I have to pass any other animals on my way to the field?
Some of our neighbours have dogs which may be loose in their gardens but behind secure fencing. We keep horses which will be the adjoining fields and/or being exercised in the sandschool which you will also pass.
Will I meet any other dogs at the field?
A 30min gap is left between each booking to try to ensure dogs do not have to meet. We ask that everyone sticks the their session booking times and leave the field promptly, ideally just before their session has ended, returns their dogs to their car as soon as possible.
How far is it from the car park to the field.
Approximately 70 metres
How secure is the field?
The field is fenced with stock fencing (sheep fencing) to a height of 4′ and also has mature hedges around 70%. . The gates have small grade mesh to ground level. Rabbits do occasionally dig holes! The field will not be suitable for a tiny terrier/chihuahua type or a serial high jumper!