Join us for a guided group dog walk at Hawley Meadows & Blackwater Park.  This 3.4 km route runs alongside the River Blackwater through the floodplain meadows. Our on-lead walk will take about 1.5 hours with lots of time for the dogs to stop and sniff. There will be an opportunity for some off-lead play at towards the end of the walk if appropriate for the group. 

This walk is free to attend, but places are limited so please be sure to book.   

If the weather is warm, we will start the walk at 8.30am to avoid the heat of the day – we may also need to choose a slightly shorter route to ensure we are back before it gets too hot for the dogs.   

This walk is free to attend but places are limited so please be sure to book.

Location: Hawley Meadows and Blackwater Park. Meeting place confirmed on booking.

Dogs per person: The maximum number of dogs per person is two.

Leads: Dogs must stay on lead for most of this walk, though there will be opportunities for off-lead play. 

Accessibility: This route mostly follows un-made paths and is fairly level.    

What to bring: You will need a lead, collar and/or harness for your dog, as well as poo bags and treats. Please wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather.   

Nervous dogs: We want this walk to be enjoyable for everyone, so if you have a nervous dog, please feel free to join us, but leave more distance between yourself and the main group to give your dog space. Before touching/feeding/approaching an unknown dog, please check with the owner that this is okay.   

Important note about dog walking equipment: For the safety and well-being of everyone, we do not permit the use of prong collars, shock collars (e-collars), choke chains, or any other aversive tools during our walks. These devices present safety concerns and conflict with our ethical standards. We kindly ask that they be left at home.

You are welcome to join us with a standard collar or harness, and we’re always happy to explain our reasoning and share ethical alternatives that align with our values. 

Book your place: To book a ticket for your dog on Eventbrite, please visit this link. 

Our outdoor walks and activities are weather dependant. We aim to let you know by email in good time if a walk is cancelled due to bad weather, but please check your emails before leaving home.   

Hawley Meadows 2026