Witley Court and Gardens played host to the Agria Walk, with countless households and family pets from throughout Europe participating in too.
This year marked the start of a brand-new three-year collaboration in between pet insurance company Agria and English Heritage.
Speaking soon after midday, Witley Court’s website supervisor Sarah Connor said: “It has been very good so far, we have had lots of people coming with their dogs and we expect it to get even busier as the day goes on.”
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She included: “This is a brand-new collaboration in between English Heritage and Agria and it is the very first time we have actually hosted the walk.
“There are various walks going on across the country and we have been picked as one of the sites because we have such beautiful grounds and we always have a lot of dog walkers here.”
For every dog that participated in the walk, Agria made a £5 contribution which will approach supporting a range of charities.
One such charity is Birmingham-based Daybreaks Trust, with Agria offering 5 complimentary weeks of insurance coverage for every single dog in their care.
Many of those handling the walk in the 20-plus degree heat had actually rescued their furry pals from Daybreaks, consisting of Angie and Nigel Allbones from Solihull.
“We adopted Roxie on Monday,” said Mrs Allbones.
“We simply wished to return to Daybreaks and reveal our assistance for the work they do.
“It has actually been fantastic to be part of it and it was a really enjoyable walk.
“We’ve never been here before. It’s like you come off the M5 and you’re in another world.”
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Jackie Burrows’ dogs Dillon and Kyla (Image: Newsquest)
Kempsey homeowner Jackie Burrows likewise rescued her dogs, Dillon and Kyla, from Daybreaks.
“I saw this event advertised on Facebook and decided to come to support the brilliant work they do”, she said.
“It’s not far from where I live so I thought I should make the effort and it’s been a really beautiful day.”
Livvy the Golden Retriever delighted in the walk (and the video camera) (Image: Newsquest)
