Sculpture by the Lakes

Paws Around The Park 2026
2026-09-12 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Sculpture by the Lakes, Pallington Lakes, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QU, United Kingdom
After a howling success in 2024 we are thrilled to be holding Paws Around the Park again this year!

Set in our beautiful 26-acre Sculpture Park, Paws Around The Park is a day dedicated to the love we share for our four-legged friends. Inspired by Nepal’s heart-warming Kukur Tihar Festival, this event celebrates the special bond between humans and dogs with a day filled with fun, food, and festivities.

Join us for a heart-warming celebration of our beloved dogs—their companionship, loyalty, unwavering devotion, and the boundless joy they bring into our lives every day. As a special treat, every dog will receive a free gift upon arrival, a beautiful flower garland and tikas to make them feel extra special.
Explore a variety of engaging activities with your furry friends or simply enjoy a peaceful walk around the gardens. We have stimulating and interactive training games lined up, perfect for trying out at home. This isn’t about agility, but rather fun and mentally engaging activities that will strengthen the bond between you and your dog.

Our Market Place will be a hub of excitement, featuring a selection of stalls offering unique and fabulous dog products. You’ll also have the chance to meet and learn about amazing dog charities that are doing wonderful work. For those with a passion for pedigree breeds, our “Meet the Breed” section provides a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded dog enthusiasts. Bring your own pedigree dogs, share your experiences, and chat with other guests about your favourite breeds.

No festival is complete without delicious food, and we have a range of catering options available. The Kitchen Café will be offering breakfast from 10am and lunch service from 12pm, with a delicious menu to enjoy. For those on the go, The Pantry will have take-away sandwiches, drinks, coffees, teas, and more.

Come and join us for a day of fun, food, and furry friends at Sculpture by the Lakes! Whether you’re an avid dog lover or simply looking for a lovely day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Celebrate the incredible bond we share with our dogs and create unforgettable memories at Paws around the Park!

Official Sponsor: Watercombe Dogs.

Established in 2013 by Ruth Waters who is a Registered Veterinary Nurse, Kennel Club accredited instructor in agility, grade seven agility handler and Absolute Dogs Pro Dog trainer. Watercombe Dogs is an established club offering puppy club, recall and relationship classes, boundary training classes, agility training, Hoopers, one-to-one training, guest trainer days, Mantrailing, training workshops and scent!

If you are a vendor wishing to apply for a stand at this 1-day event please fill out the form below and submit as soon as possible.

Basic information for potential traders:

The event runs from 10am to 5pm

The trader’s pitch fee is just £50. Payment will be requested at a later date once applications have been reviewed.

Set up is 5.15pm until dusk the day before the event or from 7am on the day of the event. Full setup information will be sent out nearer the time.

Apply Here
