Terms and Conditions of Use – Heron’s Meadow

Access – If this is not adhered to, no further bookings will be accepted.

• DO NOT ENTER the secure dog field if it is not vacant or within your allotted time slot, there is only access for one vehicle at a time. There is a waiting area in the layby nearby.

• You must lock yourself in the field once in use. Do not open the gate to anyone, even if they say they have a booking.

• Ensure you leave promptly and have vacated the secure dog field by the end of your allotted time slot allowing enough time for unloading and loading up again after your visit.

• When vacating the field, please be mindful of the road, as it can get busy at times.

• The field is in a wooded area and may include hazards such as fallen trees, uneven and muddy ground and overhanging branches. In the winter months the grass can be a bit sparse.  Come the spring all will change.

Dogs

• Dogs must be kept on a lead or inside a vehicle until you are inside the secure dog field and the gate is secure.

• No more than 8 dogs may be on the field at any one time (except by prior agreement).

• Pick up ALL your dog’s waste and dispose of it in the bins provided. (Please respect that other groups, including children, use this field too).

• Please ensure your dogs are up to date with their vaccinations and worming.

• If your dogs’ show any signs of being unwell please act responsibly.

• Dogs must be kept under control at all times in accordance with The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (as amended).

Bookings & Payment

• Bookings can only be made by clicking Book Now or the direct link of app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=30672141

• Cancellations and rescheduling of appointments can be made online up to 48 hours before the appointment start time. Within 48 hours the booking is non-refundable.

• All payments are made using the secure payments with Stripe using a debit or credit card.

• All bookings require you to read and accept the ‘Terms & Conditions’.

• Heron's Meadow has permission to send a text and email reminders for confirmation and keycode.

Insurance & Liability

• You are required to hold third party insurance that covers any damage or injury caused by you or your dog(s) to persons, fences, fixtures or fittings.

• We will not accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or death howsoever or whomsoever caused, whether to property (including dogs) or persons sustained whilst using this facility.

• You are required to notify info.heronsmeadow@gmail.com as soon as practicable of any insecurity or hazard so that we can assess / repair / notify others with due diligence and speed of any such relevant issue.

• However we cannot take responsibility for any incident or occurrence as an effect in the meantime.

• You are responsible for any persons / guests / children you bring / let into the field and ensure they too comply with the Terms & Conditions.

• The field is in a wooded area and may include hazards such as fallen trees, uneven and muddy ground, overhanging branches. Possibly flying debris from the trees.  During the winter months, unfortunately, the grass has decided to go elsewhere. Please be patient, the grass will return. Persistent rainfall can contribute to a small area of flooding.

• We will not be held liable for any injury or claim arising from such occurrence.

• We will make every effort to ensure the dog field is safe and secure and maintained and regularly inspect the fences and fixture.

   Many thanks, enjoy your visit to Heron’s Meadow.