A popular South Somerset dog program is set to return this summertime after 2 cancellations. Ham Hill Dog Show will happen on Sunday August 13 and it assures to be “an event of the terrific bond in between a dog and its family”.
Set amidst the spectacular background of Ham Hill Country Park near Yeovil, the occasion will include food and beverage and stalls, along with dog programs and occasions. Classes consist of Fancy Dress, Best Six Legs, Golden Oldies (for dogs aged 7 and older) and Most Appealing Eyes. This year’s occasion follows 2 cancellations in 2015, initially due to incredibly heat and after that the death of The Queen.
Dogs from throughout Somerset and beyond are welcomed to put their finest paw forward. The reveal will raise funds for 2 regional charities – the Friends of Ham Hill, who are a group of devoted individuals who support education, preservation, enhancement, and neighborhood activities at Ham Hill; and Ferne Animal Sanctuary based in Chard, which assists animals in requirement through rescue and re-homing.
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Event organizer Donna McNeill said: “We are so delighted to be holding the Ham Hill Dog Show once again this year. It is a wonderful chance to take part in numerous activities with your dog that will make them, and you, smile.
“Whether you routinely walk your dog at Ham Hill or you’re finding it for the very first time, you and your dog can take pleasure in the thrills of this historical website, take part in a few of the twelve enjoyable classes, or try the ‘Ham Hill Challenge’ (a series of 3 occasions created to be enjoyable for you and your dog). You can likewise see Yeovil Agility Club in action, search the participating in stalls and take pleasure in al-fresco beverages.”
Rachael Whaites, countryside supervisor at Ham Hill Country Park, included: “We are enjoyed be hosting the dog program at Ham Hill once again this year. It is an excellent chance for households to commemorate their dogs and have a good time together. It is likewise an excellent chance for dogs to hang out, and for Somerset Council to hand down the message of accountable dog walking at this exceptionally essential Iron Age hill fort website.”
Gates open at 10am and the program begins at 10.30 am. On-website parking is totally free and entry is £1.50 per dog per class payable on entry to the ring.
Please do not forget poo bags and understand that there are no litter bins at Ham Hill, so come ready to take your litter home with you. For more details check out the devoted Facebook page www.facebook.com/hamhillfundogshow/.
