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Terms & Conditions 

DO NOT ENTER OUR FACILITY WITHOUT READING AND ADHERING TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

We warmly welcome you to Boswells Estate Dog Park and hope you enjoy your visit. To ensure a safe and pleasant experience for everyone, please carefully read and follow the terms and conditions below our Dog Field and Park.

 

Arrival

  • When entering Boswells Estate Dog Park, the gate should be open. Drive in, park, and close the metal gate BEFORE letting your dog(s) out of your vehicle.

  • When leaving, secure your dog(s) in your vehicle BEFORE opening the gate. Once through, leave the gate open for the next user.

  • Please leave at least 5 minutes before the end of your booking to allow a smooth changeover.

  • Do not arrive early. Wait outside if you arrive before your allotted time.

  • All guests must read the rule board upon arrival.

  • We strongly recommend inspecting the field on your first visit to ensure it is suitable for your dog(s), including fence height and proximity to livestock (cows border the area).

  • Never enter the car park if the gate is closed or if another vehicle is inside. If someone has overstayed their booking, please text or call us on 07712405930

  • Please respect the customers and family of The Estate and Coachhouse. The car park comfortably holds two vehicles. Even if space appears available, wait until the previous users have left before entering. Dogs must only exit vehicles once you are fully inside and have secured the car park gate.

 

Responsibility

  • While Boswells Estate Dog Park has public liability insurance, use of the field, play park, and car park is entirely at your own risk. We accept no responsibility for injury, damage, or loss to persons, pets, or property.

  • Professional dog walkers must carry their own insurance.

  • Please ensure your dog(s) are fully vaccinated, wormed, and in good health before visiting. Dogs showing signs of illness—including kennel cough, vomiting, or diarrhoea—must not use the facility.

  • Any damage caused by dogs escaping the field or car park, or any related costs, are your responsibility.

  • We take care to maintain a safe environment, but we are not liable for any loss, theft, injury, or accidents on the premises.

  • The ground may be muddy or uneven. Use caution and note that we do not accept responsibility for any injuries related to ground conditions.

  • This is a rural location and dogs may see or hear livestock. Please maintain control of your dog’s behaviour and do not allow barking at or distressing livestock.

  • Please leave the facility as you found it—clean up after your dog, and take home all toys, especially any broken or chewed items.

  • Dog waste bins are provided. Use the bags located at the clean-up points, and please use a spare bag when lifting the bin handles to maintain hygiene.

  • If you are booking on behalf of someone else, it is your responsibility to ensure they are made aware of and follow these terms. No one may enter the facility without agreeing to them. A copy is also posted in the car park.

 

Behaviour

  • The perimeter fencing is 6 feet high throughout. If your dog can jump this height, do not use this facility.

  • If you’re managing multiple dogs, make sure you have enough help to supervise them, clean up after them, and prevent injury or damage.

  • Do not climb on fences, hang items from them, or tether dogs to them.

  • Any damage must be reported immediately by calling or texting 07712405930. All damages are chargeable.

  • Children under 16 must be closely supervised at all times. Do not leave children or dogs unattended.

  • We are not liable for injury or illness to children or dogs. We advise all users to insure their pets appropriately.

 

Timekeeping & Cleanliness

  • Keep an eye on the time. Clean up after your dog and leave at least 5 minutes before your booking ends.

  • No early arrivals—wait until your exact booking time.

  • Do not leave litter behind. Dispose of dog waste responsibly.

  • No smoking anywhere on the premises. Cigarette butts must not be left on the ground or in the bins.

 

Communication & Conduct

  • If you experience an issue, please contact us directly before posting on social media. We’re happy to help resolve any concerns.

  • We reserve the right to ask you to leave if your behaviour is deemed unreasonable.

  • If you are sharing a booking with others, please ensure all dogs are friendly and well-behaved. Each user is responsible for their own dogs and actions. All guests must follow these terms and conditions.

  • Dangerous Dogs Condition – Boswells Dog Park - Exercise Field

  • For any dog listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 or the Control of Dogs (Scotland) Act 2010 or the Dangerous Dogs (Northern Ireland) Order 1991, or any replacement legislation, unless:

  • 1 the dog is registered or specifically exempted from the applicable legislation and a copy of the exemption order or certificate is obtained and retained by us the Dog Park Owners.

  • 2 a copy of the owner's public liability insurance certificate for the dog is obtained and retained by us the Dog Park Owners

  • 3 the dog handler ratio is 1:1 with their handler at all times unless with other dogs from the same household;

  • 4 the exercise field is private property with no public access or rights of way;

  • 5 the exercise field is securely fenced;

  • 6 the dog is kept on a lead and muzzled until the gate is shut when entering the exercise field;

  • 7 the dog is put back on a lead and muzzled before opening the gate to leave the exercise field; and

  • 8 only dogs from one household can use the exercise field at any one time.

 

Cancellations

  • We will try to avoid cancellations, but if we must cancel due to extreme weather or other circumstances, we will reschedule your session as soon as possible.

  • If you need to cancel, please provide at least 48 hours’ notice to allow rebooking.

  • No refunds are given for cancellations within 48 hours, early departures, or no-shows.

  • If you arrive late, your booking still ends at the scheduled time.

 

Final Notes

  • Terms and conditions are subject to change. Please ensure you read and agree to the current version at the time of booking.

  • By booking, you agree to follow all terms. Breaches may result in removal from the facility.

  • The facility is checked and cleaned daily.

Please note: the owner is hard of hearing. Texting is the fastest way to reach us.

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