EVERY DOG DESERVES TO PLAY AND EXPLORE
1.2 Acre Private Dog Field set in the heart of Minehead town center on the doorstep of Exmoor!
About the field….
Fully enclosed 1.2 acre field with high 6ft fencing
Family & friends (3 Adults max)
Private Car Park (2 car max)
Coded gate access
Doggy Play Area
Large Dog Sensory Area (COMING SOON MID 2026)
Seating Areas
Doggie Water Station
Large enclosed Sand Pit for digging
CCTV on-site
Poo bags & Waste Bins on site
XL Bullies are welcome!
Professional Dog Walkers welcome!
How does it work?
Read and check through our field rules and Terms and Conditions! We know boring, but it keeps everything running smoothly and allows everyone to have an enjoyable time.
Step 1 -
Head down to our booking section. Select how long you want your session, how many dogs, the date, and the time you'd like to book. Please don't forget to check the weather before booking, as bookings can only be rescheduled with no less than 2 hours’ notice.
Step 2 -
Once you have booked and paid for your session, you will receive a confirmation at the email address you provided. This will confirm your booking and provide you with information to read through. If you haven't received an email, please check your Junk/Spam folder.
Step 3 -
On the day of your booked session, you'll then receive an email 8 hours before your booked session to remind you and give you your unique gate code. This code is a one-time use and is only available for your booked slot. TEXT MESSAGE codes are sent out 2 hours before your session. (You must have ticked the box to receive a text)
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Before arriving at the dog field, please make sure you have received your gate code. If you haven't, you'll need to email or contact us on Facebook
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Step 6 -
Please abide by the field rules on arrival, and dog poo must be collected and disposed of in the bins provided. This makes it a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Please leave the field as you'd expect to find it on arrival.
Field Rules
Please DO NOT let your dog(s) off the lead inside the car park.
DO keep them on a lead when inside the car park and when leaving the field.
Please DO NOT attempt to enter the dog field when in use.
DO wait in your car or in the waiting area (if you have walked there) until the other human and their dog are safely in their vehicle and have left. If another human is still in the dog field when it is your turn, please call us at the number or message on Facebook and wait in your vehicle.
Please DO NOT leave dog toys in our field.
DO take them home, even if your dog has chewed them to pieces. Leaving toys could be a choking risk for another dog.
Please DO NOT climb on or over the fences or gates.
Do contact us if there is a problem with access or if your dog's toy goes over the fence. We will collect it for you and return it to you.
Please DO NOT climb on any of the dog play equipment, this includes children too! It is for dogs only!
DO use the human seats - They are for humans!
Please DO NOT leave litter or use our poo bins to dispose of your litter.
DO take all your litter home and keep our dog field clean.
Please DO NOT encourage your dogs to dig into our grass, flower beds, or chew our equipment.
DO take them to the sand pit to dig holes and discourage any chewing.
Please DO NOT leave dog poo in our field.
DO pick up your dog's poo and dispose of it in our poo bins. Failure to do so will result in a ban.
Please DO NOT leave any gates open.
DO close all gates when you have entered the field and after your session. Please make sure the gate is locked/closed when you leave, even if someone is waiting. Do not let anyone in!
Frequently Asked Questions
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A private dog field is a secure field that you are able to book exclusively for yourself and your dog(s). A private dog field is beneficial for...
People with dogs that have poor recall or no recall.
People with dogs that have behavioral issues, have been previously attacked, suffer from anxiety, etc.
People with puppies.
People looking to train their dogs in a safe and secure environment.
People looking for a quiet, private area to walk their dogs without being disturbed.
People with dogs that have a high prey drive.
People with dogs that cannot usually be let off the lead in open areas.
People that don’t feel safe or are uneasy walking their dogs in public spaces due to the rise in dog thefts nationwide.
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Woofin' It Outdoors dog field is located in Minehead, West Somerset.
The field is just opposite/across the main road from Brewers Fayre on Seaward Way.
The address and postcode is:
Woofin' It Outdoors Dog Field
Seaward Way,
Minehead
TA24 6DF
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Yes, we have a maximum of 6 dogs on site at any one time.
If you own more than 6 dogs, please contact us to discuss.
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Yes, we do allow children at the dog field. A private dog field can give them the space and safety to play with their dog.
Children are not included in the adult restriction.
Please note all children must be supervised at all times. They must not play on the dog equipment due to health and safety. If you allow your children to play on the dog equipment you’ll be contacted and given a warning. If you ignore the first warning you won’t be able to book again. Any damages caused by adults and children misusing the field equipment will be liable for damage costs. - The dog play equipment is very expensive!
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If you'd like more people to join you, there is a maximum of 3 adults per session. Any additional cars or dogs must be booked in via our online booking system. If you have already booked and want to add more, please contact us to update your booking.
We have a restriction of 3 adults on the field at anyone time unless of a medical emergency. This rule does not apply to children.
If we have found that you have abused our booking system by paying for a session for yourself and then allowing more people and dogs to join, you will be barred from booking again.
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We understand situations may happen that may cause you to be late. But unfortunately, the dog field is run on a scheduled booking system. Each user books their own time and must arrive and leave on time to allow the next user in the field.
If you've booked a 50 minute session at 2.00pm but arrived at 2:20pm you must leaving at 2:50pm.
We do welcome field users to message us if you arrive too late because of traffic or an emergency, etc. If there is space, we will allow you to have the extended time, but you must contact us first.
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We do not offer refunds on bookings made. But we do have a very flexible rescheduled policy! You can reschedule your session within 2 hours of your booked session. Less than 2 hours, and you'll be charged in full and will have to book another slot.
You can reschedule your session by using your confirmation email or contacting us, and we'll do it for you. If you request to reschedule within the time frame, this is free of charge.
The only time we will offer a full refund is if we cancel your session due to a problem with our field, etc., that will affect your booking. -
At Woofin' It Outdoors we allow Professional Dog Walkers to use the field and you can even team up with another Professional Dog Walker to share the costs. We do have dog limits on each session, so please make sure to check before you book.
Unfortunely, we do not allow Professional Dog Training at this time. But we are looking into this. -
XL Bullies owner's are welcome to use our private field to exercise their dog.
Owners must comply with the government's advice as outlined on their website.
Owners will need to provide a copy of their exemption certificate and public liability insurance upon request. Please keep a copy of each on your person when using the field.XL bullies can be exercised off the lead and without a muzzle when locked in the enclosed field. Lead and muzzle must be placed back on before exiting the field.
There is a Dog Handler ratio of 1:1 and must be an adult.
You are not allowed to use the field with mixed dogs from different households.
Terms & Conditions
Woofin' It Outdoors is strictly for personal use only and can not be transferred or sublet.
We allow a maximum of 6 dogs and no more than 2 cars on-site per booking. Anything more needs to be specially arranged.
You agree to use the dog field at your own risk. We will not be held responsible for any accidents, loss, injury, illness, or escapees whilst you are using the dog field. Please use your best judgment and knowledge. The site is a field that can be hazardous at times with bad weather, uneven ground, etc. Please take care and wear suitable footwear.
Our dog field is strictly a dog-exercising field only! It is not a playground for children/adults. You are fully responsible for your children, and they must be supervised at all times and kept off the dog play equipment for health and safety. We do not allow bikes, scooters, footballs, etc, in the dog field. Anyone found to allow their children to climb on fences, play equipment, etc., will not be welcomed back.
You are liable for any damage caused by yourself, your dog(s), or persons inside the dog field (which includes the car park). This also includes the equipment used. Any damage caused will be assessed and billed to you for repairs.
You must pick up and bag your dog's poo and place it in our poo bins. Failing to do so will result in a ban. Any reports of left dog poo, we will check the CCTV to see who was the culprit.
Any dog equipment used on-site is at your discretion only. We will not be held responsible if your dog(s) cause an accident or injury.
Smoking, lighting fires, and BBQs are NOT permitted on-site.
All litter must be taken home; this includes broken dog toys. Litter and broken toys should not be placed into our poo bins. Please keep our dog field clean for all users.
Any harsh handling of dogs, including the use of electric collars, prong collars, etc, is not allowed on site.
Anyone using aggressive or unpleasant behavior towards their dogs, other users of the site, or staff will be banned.
CAR PARK/WAITING AREA -
Dogs MUST be on a lead and under control in the car park. The car park is not fully secure/enclosed.
Our car park usage is free of charge for the first car.
There is a maximum of 2 cars on-site at any one time. Please park safely, and please make sure to exit in forward gear and do not attempt to reverse onto the main road.
Users of the car park do so at their own risk. We do not accept responsibility or liability for any loss or damage to vehicles.
If you have arrived with no car, you MUST wait at the back of the car park until the other user has gone. If you arrive and it is empty, please go straight in. If you are waiting, please keep your dog out of sight of the other person's dog, on lead, and under control. Their dog might be reactive.
BOOKINGS -
Bookings can be rescheduled within 2 hours of your booking. Less than 2 hours, and you'll be charged in full and will have to book another slot.
If you request to reschedule, this is free of charge. You can do this via your confirmation email, or you can contact us.
Our booking slots are either 20 or 50 minute sessions with a couple of minutes buffer on either side to enter and vacate the dog field. This prevents bumping into other humans and their dogs. Please make sure you leave on time to allow for the next user to enter on time. If you overstay your booked appointment, you will be asked to leave quickly. Repeat offenders will be banned after 1 warning.
There are no extensions for late arrivals. If you have arrived late, you are welcome to message to see if there is a free slot available after your slot.
RULE BREAKERS-
We take rule-breaking very seriously. We have spent years planning and making an enclosed dog area happen for the community of Minehead. If you are found to be breaking our dog field rules, you will be asked to leave immediately, and we reserve the right to no refunds for any future bookings made with us.