Labrador Cafe at Down Hall Essex
Labrador Cafe at Down Hall Essex
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Labrador Cafe is coming to Down Hall, Spa & Estate
by POP+BARK as seen on Dragons' Den 🐉
Fun, unleashed: step into our world and experience the UK's most talked-about dog event
Labrador Cafe will be wagging its way to Down Hall Hotel for the cutest dog party ever!
Join us on the May bank holiday for a sweet Spring celebration and the biggest Lab meet up this year...
£2 from every booking will be going to our friends at Guide Dogs, a wonderful UK charity that supports people living with vision impairment.
YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO...
- The official Labrador Cafe™ set in the grounds of Down Hall Hotel
- A two hour off-lead, outdoor event with furry fun, frolics & memories for the whole family
- Bring your Labrador to experience the World's only Pupuccino Bar 🍦
- Bigger and better play zone with toys, ball launcher, splash pool, bubble party and games
- Kids face painting, treasure hunt and ice cream cart
- Three delicious food stations and lots of drinks options for humans
- Dedicated shopping area with 15+ dog brands, boutiques & small business stalls
- Trying a Tesla electric vehicle and discover their innovative 'Dog Mode'
- Meet lots of new Labrador friends and a whole community of Labrador lovers!
- Doggy bakery serving freshly baked cakes, biscuits and treats for dogs
- Professional photos by renowned dog photographer Andrew Richardson
- A welcoming event open to all dog lovers without their own Labrador in tow
- New woodland trail for all guests to enjoy before or after the event
- Free car parking on-site for all guests attending the Labrador Cafe
- £2 from every booking will be donated to our friends at Guide Dogs a UK-based charity
BEAUTIFUL LOCATION
Down Hall Hotel, Spa and Estate is simply stunning!
Step into this quintessentially British hotel and take a seat on the open terrace or find your patch on the manicured lawn.
Located just 45 minutes from central London near Hatfield Heath and set within 110-acres of beautiful gardens and grounds.
EVEN MORE LABRADOR FUN
If you've been to our indoor Labrador Cafe, you're sure to love our outdoor version!
A beautiful, relaxed setting and big outdoor space to play, socialise and enjoy meeting lots of other Labs.
Plus, we'll have a doggy splash pool, Play Zone full of dog toys, ball launcher and games.
MORE DELICIOUS FOOD OPTIONS
Down Hall will be offering guests the choice of three different food stations!
Choose from delicious BBQ with their famous Smashed Beef Patties, Spanish Station with Chicken and Seafood Paella or authentically Italian Stonebaked Pizzas.
Seasonal cocktails and drinks will also be served from their horse-box bar.
Did you know that Down Hall Hotel was once the home of the Great British Bake Off? It's true!
The terrace menu will include coffees, tea and their very own sweet treats and show-stoppers.
PUPUCCINO BAR & BAKERY
Every dog loves a Pup Cup and we've got the creamiest, most delicious offering!
With a fully stocked bar including fresh fruits, peanut butter sprinkles, dog-friendly choccy drops and jazzies, plus lots more.
Our friends at Rudi's The Doggy Bakery will be serving their all-natural, pupcakes, doughnuts and cookies for dogs hungry for something sweet.
DEDICATED SHOPPING AREA
Come armed with your Labrador's paw-ket money!
With lots of doggy brands, boutiques and local sellers setting up stalls, you'll enjoy a good browse and shop.
We'll also have an artist in situ creating a live piece of art!
TRY OUT TESLA'S DOG MODE
We are thrilled to be welcoming our friends at Tesla to the event.
You will get the chance to discover their innovative 'Dog Mode' designed to keep your dog safe and comfortable in your car.
Here you'll also have the chance to enter to win a Tesla lease, Down Hall dog-friendly stay and £100 worth of shopping vouchers.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN
As well a lots of lovely Labradors to play with, there will be a fun treasure hunt, face painting station, bubble party and ice cream cart!
The grounds also feature an impressive enclosed kids play area, giant chess board and a woodland trail to discover.
MAKE FRIENDS
Labrador paw-rents, get ready for the best day out!
You can mingle with like-minded owners and discover a wonderful, welcoming community.
Whether you're a seasoned owner or a new dog mama and papa, you'll feel at home with fellow guests who appreciate Labs for all their adorable quirks and lovable personalities.
A WELCOMING EVENT
Labradors are incredibly friendly, energetic and happy dogs, so come join us and bask in their joy!
Whether you're considering getting one of your own or just want to spend time with these beautiful dogs, you can do it here.
With so many knowledgeable owners on hand to answer your questions, you'll be able to learn about this wonderful breed.
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS
We are thrilled to be welcoming back Andrew Richardson to capture the event!
With lots of cute photo opportunities dotted around the stunning location, you'll have photos that you'll treasure forever.
Best of all, all the professional photos will be available to download after the event and come included in your ticket price.
HOTEL STAY & WALKS
Pack your Lab's suitcase!
With newly refurbished dog-friendly rooms, you can stay the night at Down Hall with your Labrador in tow.
Plus, enjoy a discounted price when you book directly with them and mention your Labrador Cafe booking. Or, book online and use the code DH01 when checking out.
After or before your session, you're welcome to explore the hotel's stunning woodlands and gardens on a dog walk. With a 110-acre site, you can make it a short stroll or an epic adventure.
THE BEST DAY EVER
If you love your Labrador, meeting lots of Labradors and want to enjoy a really memorable and fun day out for all the family, book now.
Waggy tails, lolling tongues, warm hearts and happy humans are guaranteed!
Welcome to your Best Day Ever.
AS SEEN ON DRAGONS' DEN
If you're intrigued to see how POP+BARK came about, watch as Anushka and James pitch their events business on Dragon's Den!
Bertie, their lovable inspiration, stole the show and even won over the likes of Steven Bartlett.
DOGGY DOS AND DON'TS
Dive into our 'Doggy Dos and Don'ts' before you come along to our event.
We want to ensure a safe and happy environment so please read carefully.
- Do bring friendly, well socialised & vaccinated dogs to this event
- Do feel free to let your dog off lead but they remain your responsibility at all times
- Do bring Labradors only to this event
- Don’t leave any dog mess behind – bag and bin it immediately
- Don’t bring aggressive dogs to the event please - you will be asked to leave
- Don't bring pregnant dogs or those in season for the safety & wellbeing of all guests
- Don't bring dogs of other breeds, please look out for other events that can cater for them
Just a heads up from the team - this event is organised a little differently than our usual indoor gatherings. The grounds are partially enclosed with hedges and such, the car park is also located further away. Its a safe space where you are welcome to let your furry friends off their lead, but please keep in mind you need to be responsible for their actions. There will be a designated off-lead 'play-zone' within the event area which will be barrier-ed off so dogs who are still working on their recall can also enjoy the experience.
SAFETY
POP+BARK have 6 years experience in hosting safe events and:
- Make each venue as safe as possible for dogs to attend
- Carry out a Risk Assessment prior to every event
- Safety check, sanitise and clean all the event props
- Ensure all staff are fully-trained and adept dog handlers
- Have one dog first-aid team member on site
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- All dogs attending the event must be friendly, well-socialised, and up to date with their vaccinations (although this will not be checked). Any dogs exhibiting aggression towards other dogs or humans will be requested to leave.
- The event is organised by POP+BARK, held at Down Hall, and is called the Labrador Cafe. All parties assume no responsibility for the actions of your dog, and you must ensure their safety. If your dog harms another dog or person, it will be your sole liability.
- Please verify that your pet insurance covers public liability if your dog causes harm to another dog or person. If you bring more than one dog, please ensure that you have enough individuals to care for them responsibly, with a suggested dog-to-human ratio of 2:1.
- If you or your dog are harmed by another dog at the event, you must resolve the matter with the owner of the offending dog. POP+BARK and Down Hall disclaim any responsibility for the actions of the dogs attending the event. If a fellow guest harms your dog, they will be held personally accountable, and all disputes must be resolved as if in a public space. The POP+BARK team cannot mediate.
- This outdoor event is structured differently from our standard indoor, off-lead events. The grounds are partially enclosed/sectioned by hedges and the various sections of the outdoor area and lawns, and the car park is situated at a distance. While you are permitted to release your pets from their lead, it is your sole discretion to do so.
- We would like to remind all attendees that the event space is a private area and should be treated with the utmost respect. Please prioritise cleaning up after your dogs and disposing of any waste properly in bins provided onsite.
- You must purchase tickets for all members of your party.
- All children must be accounted for, and children aged 16 or under are charged a reduced rate, while children aged 6 or under are free. However, you must still order a ticket for them.
- All dogs must be accounted for, and you must order a ticket for your dog (they are free). Please do not attend without a ticket for your dog.
- Due to the nature of the event, there is a no-refund policy in place, and you must ensure that you are available to attend before purchasing tickets. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to a friend or family member. All requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and are at the discretion of the organisers.
- In the event of a cancellation, you will receive a refund for the ticket price, minus the booking fee paid to TicketTailor, or a voucher refund to attend another event. The booking fee is £1.00 per paid ticket, and there is no booking fee for free tickets (Golden Retriever tickets or Children aged 6 or under).
- Dogs receive a Pupuccino or a Pupcorn, but all other food and drinks for humans and dogs are payable.
- Please only bring Labrador or dogs that are at least 50% Labrador. Unfortunately due to allocated numbers and the nature of this event, we cannot accommodate doggy siblings of other breeds.
- POP+BARK may record the event, and the footage may be used for various purposes, including but not limited to, website and event promotion, social media content, advertisements, and press materials. If you wish to request the removal of your image, please email help@popandbark.com. However, please note that we may be unable to remove footage once it has been published or entered the public domain.
- We hereby reserve the right to alter, postpone, or terminate the event without prior notice, and we endeavour to provide guests with sufficient notification in the event of any adjustments.
- In the event of severe weather conditions that we deem may jeopardise the safety of attendees, we will endeavour to reschedule the event. Otherwise, this outdoor occasion will take place come rain or shine, and any ticket purchases are at the buyer's risk. Please note that in the event of inclement weather, refunds will not be issued
- POP+BARK trades under Pop+Bark Ltd Company number: 12424448 VAT number: 422583701
Location
Down Hall, CM22 7AS