• I understand that use of the Dog Adventure Park is at my own risk. All proceeds from bookings go to help support The John Burns Foundation to run charitable projects within our community and beyond.
  • I understand that the Dog Adventure Park is enclosed by 4ft fencing (field 1) / 6ft fencing (field 2). Whilst every attempt has been made to make the park as secure as possible, owners are responsible for their dogs at all times. Please ensure you book the field most suited to the needs of your dog.
  • If your dog can scale/ jump these heights, please do not use this venue. The John Burns Foundation/ Burns Pet Nutrition are not responsible for escapees.
  • I understand that dog exercising is not without risk to myself, family members, or my dog.
  • I am responsible for wearing suitable footwear. The dog park and short walk to the fields are likely to become muddy in the winter months.
  • I understand that off-lead exercise of any type is strenuous and my dog is required to be physically fit.
  • I understand that owners are legally responsible for the behaviour of their dogs at all times.
  • I will watch my dog at all times. Un-neutered males must be closely monitored.
  • I will ensure my dog only digs in permitted digging areas (sandpits/woodchips). Holes in the field can cause injury to others and must be filled.
  • I agree that, in the event of injury to myself, my family or my dog, I will not hold The John Burns Foundation or Burns Pet Nutrition responsible.
  • I assume all responsibility to damage done to property, equipment, persons, and other dogs by my own or my dog’s actions. Damage, breakages, and injuries must be reported immediately by email to dogpark@johnburnsfoundation.org
  • I must keep my dog on a lead at all times when not in the off-lead exercise field. This includes when entering and leaving the field.
  • I must ensure the entrance gate is fully bolted closed at all times during use of and on leaving the field.
  • I understand that my dog must have full and up-to-date vaccinations and be free of infectious disease and/or infectious skin disorders.
  • I understand that my dog must be free of infectious parasites (internal or external), including fleas, worms and ticks. It is my responsibility as an owner to keep my dog up to date with regular parasitic control treatment.
  • I am responsible for ensuring my dog is wearing a collar or harness with an identity tag at all times and ensuring a lead is always in hand.
  • I understand that equipment in the Dog Adventure Park is strictly for dog use only. The equipment provided is not designed to take human weight and is therefore not suitable for use by children.
  • I understand that children under the age of 16 must be supervised at all times.
  • I understand that vehicles parked on-site and their contents are left at the owner’s risk.
  • I am responsible for arriving at the Dog Adventure Park prepared – I will bring poo bags and drinking water for my dog as these cannot (yet) be provided.
  • I understand that, for the health and safety of all park users, I must pick up after my dog immediately and deposit dog waste in the bins provided.
  • I will not arrive more than 5 minutes early for my booked time slot. Early arrivals risk meeting other users of the park who may be reactive or nervous.
  • I must not overstay my booked time slot in the Dog Adventure Park. I will be mindful of other users and leave promptly at the end of my booking time to avoid meeting other dogs.
  • I must stay on the allocated path to and from the Dog Adventure Park.
  • My dog must remain on a lead. Other land on site may be in use for other charity projects at any time by children or livestock.
  • I understand that use of the Dog Adventure Park must be booked and paid for in advance using the online booking system.
  • I understand that bookings are non-transferable. Bookings may be cancelled via dogpark@johnburnsfoundation.orgup to 48 hours before my visit.
  • I understand that, for the health and safety of other park users, smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking area.
  • I understand that COVID-19 social distancing guidelines must be adhered to. People from different households should stay more than 2m apart at all times.
  • Although gate touch points are sanitised regularly, I am responsible for regular hand sanitising after touching gates and/or equipment.
  • The John Burns Foundation reserve the right to close the Dog Adventure Park in the case of adverse weather conditions. If I have booked during this time, I will email dogpark@johnburnsfoundation.orgto rebook or claim a refund.