Heath Week 2026: A Dog’s Day on the Heath

A Dog’s Day on the Heath Join us for a tail-wagging day of fun on the Pebblebed Heaths! Hosted by Devon Loves Dogs and the Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust as part of Heath week, this event is all about your dog’s happiness and wellbeing, whilst celebrating our stunning heathland! Enhance your dog walk and pop by with your furry friend for an interactive experience packed with engaging stalls, games, workshops, talks and live displays. From discovering exciting dog sports and enrichment activities to learning how to support your dogs physical and mental wellbeing, everything is thoughtfully designed with your dogs enjoyment at heart. Take part in our short guided walks with our rangers to explore the stunning heaths, learn about the wildlife and history, and find out how you and your dog can help protect this special place. For more information about Devon Loves Dogs click here.   Event Details

• Date: Saturday 25th July 2026
• Time: 10:30-15:30
• Location: Model Airfield W3W: delighted.loss.proof Grid Reference: SY 03891 86536
• Parking: All regular carparks (Model Airfield, Four Firs, Woodbury Castle and Estuary View) will be open for the event plus overflow options (Uphams car park) and there will be way-marked routes to get you to and from the event site. Parking for less mobile individuals is possible at Model Airfield car park. Otherwise, attendees should be prepared to walk on heathland paths from other car parks nearby (between 0.5-1.5 km walk each way). Parking will be busy so please consider car sharing where possible and please do not park on the road or in passing places.

  Know before you go… You will need poo bags and a lead for a your dog/s, all dogs must remain on lead around the event area. This event has been designed for you to enjoy with or without your dog. Some dogs love an exciting day out with lots of new sniffs. But if your dog is happier at home, come and join the activities, check out the stalls and demonstrations, you can always take them home a treat instead! Toilet facilities and limited refreshments will be available at Model Airfield for this event. Tramper and pushchair accessible. Dogs must be kept on lead whilst at the event. Please bring water for your dog. No dogs to be left in cars.   Hot Weather Guidelines

In the event of hot weather, some of the activities and displays may be altered. You know what’s best for your dog so please leave them at home if necessary, you can tell them all about it later!

Please see our hot weather guidelines and lookout for social media updates. If the event is cancelled a decision will be made the day before the event so if you are unsure please check first.

    This event is organised as part of Heath Week 2026. Heath Week celebrates our heathland heritage with a week of events reflecting the ecology, history and recreational importance of the Pebblebed Heaths National Nature Reserve. Enjoy walks, talks and activities for all ages and interests many of them free or by donation. Find out more about Heath Week here.