Fun for All the Family at Remus Horse Sanctuary’s Dog Show and Family Fun Day – Sunday 7 September

Remus Horse Sanctuary will be opening its gates for the penultimate time on Sunday 7 September 2025 from 1pm to 4pm for its ever-popular Novelty Dog Show and Family Fun Day. The Dog Show will begin at 1.30pm, with bookings taken from 1pm.

Visitors to the Sanctuary at Little Farm, Buttsbury, near Ingatestone, can enjoy a relaxed afternoon meeting the rescued animals, enjoying refreshments, browsing stalls and entertainment, and of course, taking part in the light-hearted fun of the dog show. Admission to the Sanctuary is £8 per adult and £6 for children, with free on-site parking and full disabled access. Cream Teas, including entry, can be pre-booked for £16 per person – perfect for a summer treat.

This much-loved event offers an afternoon packed with activities for all ages, including:

• Novelty Dog Show with fun classes such as Bad Hair Day and Best Sausage Catcher, as well as the more heartfelt Dogs with a Disability and the ever-popular Best in Show. Rosettes will be presented for 1st-6th place in each class, with entry just £2 per class.
• Children’s entertainer, bouncy castle and face-painting – and special guest star: Minnie Mouse!
• Delicious refreshments, live music, tombola, raffle, and a wide variety of stalls

The Sanctuary’s Open Days are a vital part of its fundraising efforts, helping to support the ongoing care of over 100 rescued animals. As the Sanctuary is located on greenbelt land, it can only open to the public a limited number of times each year, making each event all the more special.

Sue Burton, Founder of Remus Horse Sanctuary, said: “Our novelty dog shows add something really special to our Open Days, and they’re always a hit with the visitors. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a fun afternoon, meet our animals, and learn more about what we do here.”

To book tickets for the Open Day and Dog Show, visit: www.remussanctuary.org/events/open-day-sanctuary-september.

To sponsor a dog class – ideal for local businesses – please contact: fundraising@remussanctuary.org.

More details can be found at www.remussanctuary.org, on the Remus Horse Sanctuary Facebook page, or by calling Sue Burton on 01277 356191.