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We are hosting the 2nd Colne Valley Doggie Day. We will be having a 15-category dog show, along with winning dogs receiving a rosette and a goodie bag.

Free entry for dogs and free on-site parking. Gates open at 10:30.

We're hosting 15 exciting show categories, and your dog is welcome to enter any that suit them!

Entry fee: £2 per category, or 3 entries for just £5

Prizes: Check the prizes below

Show off your pup's personality and talents; there's a category for everyone!

1. Sweetest Youngster
2. Golden oldie (8+)
3. Loveliest Lady
4. Fabulous Fella
5. Dog most like their owner
6. Gentle Giant
7. Small and Sassy
8. Waggiest tail
9. Best pure breed
10. Best cross breed
11. Best rescue
12. Flopiest Ears
13. Childs best freind
14. Best trick
15. Best in show

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Doggie Day and Dog show

Type:Animal Event

Colne Valley Railway, Colne Valley Railway, Hedingham Station, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3DZ

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Opening Times

Season (31 May 2026)
Day	Times
Sunday	10:30	- 17:00

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