Bark In The Park presented by Virtue Vets at Marylebone Summer Festival
London’s most anticipated dog-focused day out Bark In The Park presented by Virtue Vets at Marylebone Summer Festival is back.
📆 When: 11:00-17:00 Sunday June 14th
📍 Where: St. Marylebone Church Gardens London W1U 5JE (https://maps.app.goo.gl/QaEHYPfFM7TirmUa8)
We will be bringing together all the canines of Marylebone Village for a fun filled day of doggy activities and pottery workshops, canine circus, pawtrait illustration, photo opportunities and much much more! Dogs of all breeds & ages are welcome!
Competition schedule:
11:00 Cutest Pup
11:45 Best Rescue
13:30 Best Trick
14:15 Golden Oldie
16:00 Best Parent/Pup Dance Partner
16:30 Best In Show
Support the Young Westminster Foundation by entering your pup the chance to win a range of prizes! Hosted by BBC broadcaster Jo Good and Anna Webb.
Activities
🎨 Dog Bowl Pottery Workshops (NEW for 2026):
11:30 Pottery Workshop AM Session
14:00 Pottery Workshop PM Session
A one-hour guided pottery workshop with all equipment supplied. Shape and personalise a bowl for your pup, then collect your finished piece from either Marylebone Village or Pottery Café Battersea 10 days later w/c 29th June, once fired and glazed.
Marylebone Village (23 Queen Anne Street, London, W1G 9DL)
Pottery Café Battersea (153 Northcote Road, London, SW11 6QB)
📸 Pet Pawtrait Photography
Capture a professional portrait with your pup against a curated backdrop with props and styling by professional pet photographer. Your photos will be sent via a digital link within 3 to 5 days after the event. Pet Pawtrait Photography is sponsored by LitPet, UK’s first TCM-inspired pet supplement.
🎪 Canine Circus:
12:30 Canine Circus Session 1
15:00 Canine Circus Session 2
An interactive circus training session with The Incredibly Clever Canine Circus. Learn fun tricks and build your bond with your dog in this hands-on, science-based workshop. No experience needed, all breeds and ages welcome.
⭐ VIP Experience
The ultimate Bark In The Park day out. VIP ticket holders receive a custom printed tote bag with your dog's name (RRP £45), a custom pet illustration by Definitely Jenny and access to all activities for the day (competitions excluded).
We recommend arriving 10 minutes before sessions start, to check in before entering the ring.
So mark your calendars, fluff up your fur, and let's get cracking on the most awesome summer party ever!
To find out more about the Marylebone Summer Festival HERE.
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Event Sponsor and Activation Partner Highlights:
Virtue Vets - An independent veterinary practice with clinics across London including Marylebone, Chelsea, South Kensington and Notting Hill. Founded by pet parents and vets, they offer premium primary and advanced care seven days a week. As presenting sponsor of Bark In The Park, they bring their community-first approach to Marylebone Summer Festival.
LitPet - UK’s first TCM-inspired pet supplement. They are on a mission to redefine the standard of care through Bio-Wellness. They are participating at Bark In The Park for the first time and they will be sponsoring the Pet Pawtrait Photography.
Pottery Café - London's original pottery painting studio, with locations in Fulham and Battersea. They bring their guided workshop experience to Bark In The Park where you can shape and personalise a bowl for your pup with all equipment supplied.
Canine Circus Workshop - The Incredibly Clever Canine Circus brings their modern, inventive approach to dog training. Their circus-style workshops teach tricks and routines that strengthen the bond between owner and pup.
FAQs:
🐶 What is 'Bark in the Park'?
A free-to-enter dog zone as part of Marylebone Village's annual summer street festival, featuring activities, workshops, and competitions for dogs of all breeds and ages.
🐶 Can I walk in, do I need to buy a ticket?
The area is free to walk in and spectate. Tickets are only needed if you want to participate in a workshop, activity, or competition.
🐶 What if a workshop is sold out?
We don't offer a waiting list, but we recommend coming along on the day as last minute spots may open up. Sign up to our community to hear about future events.
🐶 Can all dogs participate in the event?
Yes, dogs of all breeds and ages are welcome to join in the fun!
🐶 Where will the event take place?
The event will take place at Marylebone Church Gardens. You can find directions here.
🐶 Can I join if I don't have a dog?
Please do! Come for all the doggy therapy.
🐶 Do I need to arrive on time for the competitions and workshops?
It's recommended to arrive 10 minutes before the start of each session to check in before entering the ring for competitions and workshops.
🐶 Where can I find more information about the Marylebone Summer Festival?
You can find more information about the Marylebone Summer Festival here.
🐶 How can I support the Young Westminster Foundation?
Enter your pup in the dog show competition. All entry fees are donated to the charity.
🐶 Who is YapYap and what else do you do?
Organising Bark in the Park for the second year running, YapYap is London’s largest dog community, a vibrant network of over 3,000 passionate dog owners. They bring together dogs and their humans for memorable events and experiences, celebrating all breeds and building connections across the city.
⛑️ Health & Safety Notice:
Due to the nature of the event, we do expect there to be busy times, in which you can expect larger crowds & footfall of people within the 'Bark in the Park' area. At the organisers discretion, to avoid overcrowding YapYap.dog might ask that we will adjust your activity ticket time.
🦮 Dog Owner Responsibility
Please do not attend if your dog is unwell, in season (heat) or has been diagnosed with Kennel Cough or anything else contagious 2 weeks prior. If your dog displays unwanted behaviours YapYap.dog organisers reserve the right to ask you to give your dog space or to leave the area.
You are responsible for your dog and its safety at all times
Dogs must be kept on lead at all times
Please clean up after your dog 💩