New Pub in the New Forest Offers a Cool Escape for Dogs

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A new pub has opened at Sandy Balls Holiday Village in the New Forest, specifically designed for dogs to escape the heat. The Dog's Frolics pub, hosted by Away Resorts, features a dog-friendly menu and activities. The opening comes as new research reveals that 76% of Brits feel bad about leaving their dogs at home when heading out for a pint. The pub aims to be the UK's most dog-friendly spot, providing a space for dogs to socialize without being out in the sun.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Dog's Frolics pub, located at Sandy Balls Holiday Village in the New Forest, is a dedicated space for dogs to escape the heat, offering a dog-friendly menu and activities such as arts and crafts sessions and a dog-themed quiz.
  • The pub is open to the general public, not just guests staying at the park, and is a former incarnation of the Woodside Inn.
  • Away Resorts, the host of the pub, has reported that 40% of their customers come with a furry friend in tow, prompting the decision to create a space specifically for dogs.
  • Research has shown that 76% of Brits feel bad about leaving their dogs at home when heading out for a pint, highlighting the importance of dog-friendly spaces.
  • The pub is part of a larger initiative by Away Resorts to provide free stays for dogs from May 1 to June 30 and host a raffle to win a holiday with Away Resorts, with all proceeds being donated to The Dogs Trust.
  • Liliput the Maltese, a famous dog, attended the grand opening on April 30 and declared the space "open for biscuits," becoming the guest of honour.

Statistics:

  • 76% of Brits feel bad about leaving their dogs at home when heading out for a pint (The Dogs Trust)
  • 40% of Away Resorts customers come with a furry friend in tow (According to Carl Castledine, founder of Away Resorts)
  • The Dog's Frolics pub is open to the general public, not just guests staying at the park
  • Away Resorts is offering free stays for dogs from May 1 to June 30
  • The raffle to win a holiday with Away Resorts will raise money for The Dogs Trust

Sources:

  • The Dogs Trust