Frenchie Cafe at Down Hall Essex
Sun 8 Oct 2023
Down Hall, CM22 7AS
Frenchie Cafe at Down Hall Essex
Sun 8 Oct 2023
Down Hall, CM22 7AS
Description
FRENCHIE CAFE™ IS COMING TO DOWN HALL HOTEL, SPA & ESTATE
🐉 AS SEEN ON DRAGONS' DEN 🐉
Fun, unleashed: step into our world and experience the UK's most talked-about dog event
Important - due to forecasted temperatures of over 30 degrees, this event has been rescheduled to 8th October, please contact help@popandbark.com for queries
Frenchie Cafe™ is coming to the dog-friendly Down Hall Hotel Spa & Estate.
We're swapping our usual cityscapes for a trip to the country... to bring you an al fresco Frenchie Cafe ™ like never before.
Join us at this truly stunning location for our most special French Bulldog event yet!
JOIN US FOR...
- The ultimate POP+BARK paw-ty experience with our biggest Frenchie Cafe™ yet
- An outdoor event at the grounds of the beautiful Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate
- Packed full of fun, furry frolics + special memories for the whole family
- Delicious human + pup-friendly BBQ Menu, specially curated by the hotel's Chef
- The world's only Pupuccino Bar, as well as Pupcorn Bar + Doggy Barkery
- Adorable Frenchie-sized furniture, fun props + cute photo opportunities
- Play-Zone for off-lead fun, ballpit, ball-launcher, agility, have-a-go games and more!
- Celebrate the changing of the seasons with Pumpkin Spice Pupuccinos + Autumn festivities
- Shop hand-picked stalls from local brands + doggy businesses
- 2-hour outdoor experience + invite to explore the Hotel's 110 Acres of woodlands after
- Free professional photos available to download after the event
- A welcoming event open to all Frenchie lovers without their own dog in tow
- Option to extend to a woof-y weekender with dog-friendly discounted hotel stays
- Free Car Parking for all guests attending the Frenchie Cafe™
- Save 10% on your tickets by signing up to our mailing list at popandbark.com
BEAUTIFUL LOCATION
Located just 45 minutes from central London near Hatfield Heath and set within 110-acres of beautiful gardens and grounds.
Step into this enchanting hotel, take a seat on the open terrace or find your patch on the manicured lawn.
You'll be in awe of this stunning location!
DELICIOUS BBQ + COCKTAILS
Humans are invited to tuck into some warming BBQ delights served up by the hotel’s Executive Chef Robert Pearce.
Seasonal cocktails and sundowners will also be served from their pretty horsebox bar!
For our Frenchie guests, sausage bites and pup burgers are also on the menu. Because what Frenchie doesn't like a sneaky bite of the BBQ.
BBQ food can be pre-ordered to receive a 10% discount or ordered on the day.
Did you know that Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate was the home of the Great British Bake Off? It's true!
Fans of the show will recognise the location for the famous baking tent in Season 12.
There'll be a terrace menu also available that includes their very own sweet treats and show-stoppers.
MEET LOTS OF FRENCH BULLDOGS
It's set to be our biggest Frenchie gathering yet!
Whether they're a puppy running riot or a distinguished older Frenchie, all French Bulldogs will love this event.
With plenty of lovely outdoor space to run, socialise and just be their lovable selves, they can have fun chasing after the ball launcher, tuck into some tasty treats or just lounge on the doggy furniture. They're sure to have a butt-wiggingly great time.
With a new designated Play Zone with have-a-go games and off-lead fun, it'll be your dog's Best Day Ever.
POP+BARK is famous for their breed-specific gatherings.
Just picture yourself at a party where everyone shares the same personality and social quirks, it's a recipe for the most joyful day and the perfect way to socialise with your Frenchie.
MAKE FRIENDS
Frenchie paw-rents, get ready for the best day out with your crazy little child!
Mingle with like-minded owners who share your love for this amazing breed, and discover a wonderful, welcoming community.
Whether you're a seasoned owner or a newbie Frenchie mama and papa, you'll feel right at home among fellow French Bulldog owners who understand and appreciate this special breed for their lovable personalities and quirks.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN
We love having families at our events, so bring your little ones along too!
The grounds feature an impressive enclosed kids play area and a giant chess board that your children (and big kids) will absolutely adore.
And don't worry about food and drink - there'll be kid-friendly options on offer, so your little ones will feel just as spoiled.
A WELCOMING EVENT
If you don't have your own French Bulldog, you're still welcome to join us!
Whether you're considering getting one of your own or simply want to spend time with some beautiful dogs, our event is the perfect place to do just that.
With so many passionate and knowledgeable owners on hand to answer your questions, you'll be able to learn everything you need to know about this wonderful breed.
PUPARAZZI + CUTE PHOTO OPPS
Don't forget to strike a pose with your furry friend, because we've got the pet world's very own Mario Testino.
Andrew Richardson, aka the puparazzi, will be there to capture all those crazy, adorable Frenchie moments.
With lots of adorable Autumnal photo opportunities dotted around the stunning location (including pumpkin patch!) you'll get photos that you'll treasure forever.
Best of all, all the professional photos will be available to download after the event and come included in your ticket price.
PUPUCCINO BAR + BARKERY
Get ready for some tail-wagging goodness!
POP+BARK are the top dogs when it comes to Pupuccinos, serving up over 30,000 of these creamy delights.
The bar is fully stocked with dog-friendly chocolate drops, fresh blueberries, peanut butter sprinkles, gravy bones and more.
Plus, Rudi's The Doggy Bakery will also be bringing their all-natural, pupcakes, doughnut and cookies for dogs hungry for something sweet.
DOG WALKS & HOTEL STAYS
Don't want the fun to end? Stay and play!
After your session, you and your Frenchie are welcome to explore the hotel's stunning woodlands and gardens on a dog walk. With a 110-acre site, you can make it a short stroll or an epic adventure.
Take advantage of these last light evenings before Winter sets in.
Down Hall also offer more dog-friendly dining options and indulgent afternoon teas your dog is welcome to, too. If you want to come for breakfast before your time-slot or stay on for an afternoon tea or dinner at their dog-friendly dining rooms, you can contact Down Hall to book a table.
For those wishing to make a weekend of it, you can stay overnight and book a luxurious dog-friendly room directly with the hotel (enjoy a discounted room rate of £180 when booking - just mention your tickets on the phone or book a room online using the promotional code DH01).
BROWSE SHOPPING STALLS
We've handpicked a selection of our favourite brands and local businesses to showcase their products!
You'll be able to browse their stalls and treat your dog to something new. Don't forget their paw-cket money.
THE BEST DAY EVER
It's an event for everyone, and you’ll have the chance to mingle with like-minded individuals who share their love for French Bulldogs.
So, grab your lead, and get ready to paw-ty at Frenchie Cafe™ at the fabulous Down Hall Hotel.
AS SEEN ON DRAGONS' DEN
POP+BARK creators - Anushka and James - along with their furry friend Bertie the Pug, were featured on the latest season of BBC's Dragon's Den!
Watch as they pitch their innovative business and share their passion for bringing together a community of dog lovers.
Bertie, their lovable inspiration, stole the show and even won over the likes of Steven Bartlett.
DOGGY DOS AND DON'TS
Dive into our 'Doggy Dos and Don'ts' before you come along to our event. We want to ensure a safe and happy environment so please read carefully!
- Do bring friendly, well socialised & vaccinated dogs to this event
- Do feel free to let your dog off lead but you must be confident with their re-call
- Do keep an eye as they remain your responsibility at all times
- Do bring French Bulldogs and Frenchie crosses only to this event
- Don’t leave any dog mess behind – bag and bin it immediately
- Don’t bring aggressive dogs to the event please - you will be asked to leave
- Don't bring pregnant dogs or those in season for the safety & wellbeing of all guests
- Don't bring dogs of other breeds, please look out for other events that can cater for them
Just a heads up from the team - this event is organised a little differently than our usual indoor, off-lead gatherings. The grounds are partially enclosed with hedges and such, and the car park is located further away. While you're welcome to let your furry friends off their lead, please keep in mind that it's ultimately up to you. Just think of it like a day out at the most loveliest of parks and enjoy! There will be a large designated off-lead 'play-zone' within the event area which will be enclosed off so dogs without the best recall can also enjoy the experience.
SAFETY
POP+BARK have 6 years experience in hosting safe events and:
- Make each venue as safe as possible for dogs to attend
- Carry out a Risk Assessment prior to every event
- Safety check, sanitise and clean all the event props
- Ensure all staff are fully-trained and adept dog handlers
- Have one dog first-aid team member on site
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- All dogs attending the event must be friendly, well-socialised, and up to date with their vaccinations (although this will not be checked). Any dogs exhibiting aggression towards other dogs or humans will be requested to leave.
- The event is organised by POP+BARK, held at Down Hall, and is called the Frenchie Cafe. All parties assume no responsibility for the actions of your dog, and you must ensure their safety. If your dog harms another dog or person, it will be your sole liability.
- Please verify that your pet insurance covers public liability if your dog causes harm to another dog or person. If you bring more than one dog, please ensure that you have enough individuals to care for them responsibly, with a suggested dog-to-human ratio of 2:1.
- If you or your dog are harmed by another dog at the event, you must resolve the matter with the owner of the offending dog. POP+BARK and Down Hall disclaim any responsibility for the actions of the dogs attending the event. If a fellow guest harms your dog, they will be held personally accountable, and all disputes must be resolved as if in a public space. The POP+BARK team cannot mediate.
- This outdoor event is structured differently from our standard indoor, off-lead events. The grounds are partially enclosed/sectioned by hedges and the various sections of the outdoor area and lawns, and the car park is situated at a distance. While you are permitted to release your pets from their lead, it is your sole discretion to do so.
- We would like to remind all attendees that the event space is a private area and should be treated with the utmost respect. Please prioritise cleaning up after your dogs and disposing of any waste properly in bins provided onsite.
- You must purchase tickets for all members of your party. Tickets are classified as "General Admission."
- All children must be accounted for, and children aged 16 or under are charged a reduced rate, while children aged 6 or under are free. However, you must still order a ticket for them.
- All dogs must be accounted for, and you must order a ticket for your dog (they are free). Please do not attend without a ticket for your dog.
- Due to the nature of the event, there is a no-refund policy in place, and you must ensure that you are available to attend before purchasing tickets. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to a friend or family member. All requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and are at the discretion of the organisers.
- In the event of a cancellation, you will receive a refund for the ticket price, minus the booking fee paid to TicketTailor, or a voucher refund to attend another event. The booking fee is £1.00 per paid ticket, and there is no booking fee for free tickets (Frenchie tickets or Children aged 6 or under).
- Dogs receive a Pupuccino or a Pupcorn, but all other food and drinks for humans and dogs are payable.
- Please only bring French Bulldogs and Frenchie crosses that are at least 50% French Bulldog. Unfortunately due to allocated numbers and the nature of this event, we cannot accommodate doggy siblings of other breeds.
- POP+BARK may record the event, and the footage may be used for various purposes, including but not limited to, website and event promotion, social media content, advertisements, and press materials. If you wish to request the removal of your image, please email help@popandbark.com. However, please note that we may be unable to remove footage once it has been published or entered the public domain.
- We hereby reserve the right to alter, postpone, or terminate the event without prior notice, and we endeavour to provide guests with sufficient notification in the event of any adjustments.
- In the event of severe weather conditions that we deem may jeopardise the safety of attendees, we will endeavour to reschedule the event. Otherwise, this outdoor occasion will take place come rain or shine, and any ticket purchases are at the buyer's risk. Please note that in the event of inclement weather, refunds will not be issued
- POP+BARK trades under Pop+Bark Ltd Company number: 12424448 VAT number: 422583701
Location
Down Hall, CM22 7AS