CHRISTMAS WHAT'S ON FOR DOGS IN KENT

Andrea Victoria Photography Christmas Mini Sessions available to book! My backdrops this year are a gorgeous Festival Fireplace scene and The Festive Barn Door scene

£48

2 Festive backdrops

20 minutes

3 Digital Downloads

On line gallery

Booking is essential at andreavictoriaphotography.co.uk

Dog-friendly Hawley Garden Centre Dartford invite you to bring your dogs to visit Santa Paws in his Grotto. Dogs will be awarded a gift and rosette by Santa. Tickets available online for November 2026 - Saturday 21st November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 22nd November 10 am – 3.45 pm

Saturday 28th November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 29th November 10am – 3.45pm

Dog-friendly Hawley Garden Centre Dartford invite you to bring your dogs to visit Santa Paws in his Grotto. Dogs will be awarded a gift and rosette by Santa. Tickets available online for November 2026 - Saturday 21st November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 22nd November 10 am – 3.45 pm

Saturday 28th November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 29th November 10am – 3.45pm

Do you like to spoil your dog at Christmas?

Little Paws HQ and The Furry Funhouse have collaborated to bring you this new and exciting event! POOCH PAINTING WITH SANTA PAWS!

Yes, you read that right! Your pooches can paint a picture on canvas which you get to keep, meet Santa Paws and will receive a stocking gift.

There will be opportunities for photos taken either by yourself or our professional pet photographer (additional cost applies for professional images).

Opportunity for your dog to play and meet new friends in the play area.

A mince pie and hot or cold drink is included for pawrents!

Get your early bird offer of 10% off when booking before 25th October!

Dog-friendly Hawley Garden Centre Dartford invite you to bring your dogs to visit Santa Paws in his Grotto. Dogs will be awarded a gift and rosette by Santa. Tickets available online for November 2026 - Saturday 21st November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 22nd November 10 am – 3.45 pm

Saturday 28th November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 29th November 10am – 3.45pm

Pawfestivities offers Santa’s Grotto - Christmas Light Trail, where each pup will meet Santa Paws and receive a special gift from him - photo opps - Festive Dog Show - do make sure your ticket selection is correct for your pup's Christmas requirements!

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

Dog-friendly Hawley Garden Centre Dartford invite you to bring your dogs to visit Santa Paws in his Grotto. Dogs will be awarded a gift and rosette by Santa. Tickets available online for November 2026 - Saturday 21st November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 22nd November 10 am – 3.45 pm

Saturday 28th November 9.15 am – 4.30pm

Sunday 29th November 10am – 3.45pm

Pawfestivities offers Santa’s Grotto - Christmas Light Trail, where each pup will meet Santa Paws and receive a special gift from him - photo opps - Festive Dog Show - do make sure your ticket selection is correct for your pup's Christmas requirements!

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

The Kiln Collection in collaboration with The Dog Groom Inn are offering this special pottery meets Santa Paws Christmas event for your dog(s) - includes a pottery paw (glaze and name included)

Puppachino

Picture with Santa / photo opportunities

Gift from Santa

This will be by appointment only and I will also have completely 1-1 timeslots for any of my reactive dogs

Message The Dog Groom Inn to book (07384 169733) and secure a timeslot!

Bring your pups to meet Santa & enjoy The Cow Shed in partnership with PawFest. All packages include a private visit to Santa and a gift! Elf package - £10pp, Mrs Claus package - £20pp, Santa package - £25pp, Family package - £65. Book Online: www.paw-fest.com

Elf package includes mulled wine and mince pie and doggy pig in blanket. Mrs Claus package includes Cow Shed on the Hoof street food, photo op and doggy roast dinner. Santa package includes traditional turkey sit down meal, instant print Kodak picture and doggy roast dinner. Family package includes Santa package for 2 adults 2 children and 1 dog

Pawfestivities at The Cow Shed is at The Cow Shed Bar and Grill Birchington on Saturday 5th December 2026 and The Cow Shed at The Ship Inn Ospringe Faversham on Sunday 6th December 2026

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

Bring your pups to meet Santa & enjoy The Cow Shed in partnership with PawFest. All packages include a private visit to Santa and a gift! Elf package - £10pp, Mrs Claus package - £20pp, Santa package - £25pp, Family package - £65. Book Online: www.paw-fest.com

Elf package includes mulled wine and mince pie and doggy pig in blanket. Mrs Claus package includes Cow Shed on the Hoof street food, photo op and doggy roast dinner. Santa package includes traditional turkey sit down meal, instant print Kodak picture and doggy roast dinner. Family package includes Santa package for 2 adults 2 children and 1 dog

Pawfestivities at The Cow Shed is at The Cow Shed Bar and Grill Birchington on Saturday 5th December 2026 and The Cow Shed at The Ship Inn Ospringe Faversham on Sunday 6th December 2026

Dog Advisor loves a collab guided dog walk with Jenn at MJ Outdoor Adventures our first Christmas Jumper dog walk a 4 mile circular starting at Wateringbury and finishing at dog friendly Boat and Bean for dog treats, puppacinos and a chance for the humans to enjoy some Boat and Bean refreshment. Christmas jumpers encouraged dogs mandatory!

All proceeds to the rescue. Meet at Hampton Car Park. Come and meet some of the rescues. Walk to Studd Hill Community Hall. Cakes & Refreshments Available. Raffle.

Meet Santa and his elves, take part in dog-friendly activities, and receive a special gift to take home with opportunities to capture some lovely Christmas memories, too, including the option of a professional photograph with Santa.

Santa Paws is available as part of two different experiences, depending on your chosen store: Santa's Grotto: Enjoy a fully immersive North Pole village adventure, with interactive activities before meeting Santa or Meet Santa: A festive visit within the main garden centre, with dedicated time to meet Santa and the opportunity to capture photographs.

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

Bring your Fur Babies to meet Santa in his cozy grotto

Receive a Doggy bandana and Festive Treat Bag to take home.

Refreshments available to purchase - Puppuccinos and Dog Treats plus Hot Chocolate for the owners!

Don’t miss out on your chance to bring your Fur baby to meet Santa! Join us for some festive cheer and support your local hospice at the same time

Join us on Saturday 12th December as we raise money for Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance. We’ll be setting off from Botany Bay Hotel at 10am, walking to Joss Bay and back, followed by mulled wine, mince pies and festive market stalls!

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

Bring your Fur Babies to meet Santa in his cozy grotto

Receive a Doggy bandana and Festive Treat Bag to take home.

Refreshments available to purchase - Puppuccinos and Dog Treats plus Hot Chocolate for the owners!

Don’t miss out on your chance to bring your Fur baby to meet Santa! Join us for some festive cheer and support your local hospice at the same time

Santa Paws visit includes a gift for every dog and 30 minutes of non-stop festive fun.

What's included:

Meet Santa and snap a photo with your furry friend

A special gift from Santa for every dog

Best dressed competition

A festive puppuccino

Air-dry clay paw print ornament making

Fun dog agility course

Festive photo opportunities throughout

Hot refreshments for humans available to purchase

Photography in the break with Christmas backdrop £1. Entry to the hall by donation. Hot/cold food/drink available.

Come and visit our magical grotto and Christmas fair! All money raised goes toward helping us rescue and rehome more animals in need. There's lots to do on the day, including: Christmas activities The chance to meet some of our team (animal and human!) Raffle and games A special meeting with Santa including a gift The last hour of every day is reserved for fur-babies in our Santa Paws grotto where every pup gets a visit with Santa and special treat, also £6. Sat 28th, Sun 29th November, Sat 5th, Sun 6th, Sat 12th and Sun 13th December. 10am-4pm Places are limited so booking early is advised. We can't wait to see you all! (It can get very muddy and chilly on site so please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Limited free parking is available on site)

Meet Santa and his elves, take part in dog-friendly activities, and receive a special gift to take home with opportunities to capture some lovely Christmas memories, too, including the option of a professional photograph with Santa.

Santa Paws is available as part of two different experiences, depending on your chosen store: Santa's Grotto: Enjoy a fully immersive North Pole village adventure, with interactive activities before meeting Santa or Meet Santa: A festive visit within the main garden centre, with dedicated time to meet Santa and the opportunity to capture photographs.

Meet Santa and his elves, take part in dog-friendly activities, and receive a special gift to take home with opportunities to capture some lovely Christmas memories, too, including the option of a professional photograph with Santa.

Santa Paws is available as part of two different experiences, depending on your chosen store: Santa's Grotto: Enjoy a fully immersive North Pole village adventure, with interactive activities before meeting Santa or Meet Santa: A festive visit within the main garden centre, with dedicated time to meet Santa and the opportunity to capture photographs.

Includes a Certificate, a Gift from Santa, Treats & a Commemorative Tree Decoration

Adult Humans get a voucher for a free Tea or Filter Coffee in our "Garden Café". Children get Candy/Chocolate

Includes a Certificate, a Gift from Santa, Treats & a Commemorative Tree Decoration

Adult Humans get a voucher for a free Tea or Filter Coffee in our "Garden Café". Children get Candy/Chocolate

I’m delighted to let you all know that Santa Paws will be returning to Ollie Bongo’s Pet Essentials in Faversham to see all your lovely dogs again! We ask for a small donation of £5 per dog, which goes to charity. In return, you get: A lovely photo with Santa Paws and a special goodie bag to take home! We can’t wait to see all your gorgeous pooches and get into the Christmas spirit together! So, get those festive bandanas and Christmas jumpers ready, and bring your four-legged friends along for some Christmas magic! Who’s coming to see Santa Paws this year?

Bring your four-legged friend for a festive treat at The Real Eating Company, Whitefriars Square.

Sessions:

Saturday 19th December, 11.00–12pm

Sunday 20th December, 11.00–12pm

What’s included:

Entry just £5 per dog (maximum 25 dogs per session)

A festive puppuccino and a special gift for every pup

Photos with Santa — the paw-fect Christmas keepsake!

I’m delighted to let you all know that Santa Paws will be returning to Ollie Bongo’s Pet Essentials in Faversham to see all your lovely dogs again! We ask for a small donation of £5 per dog, which goes to charity. In return, you get: A lovely photo with Santa Paws and a special goodie bag to take home! We can’t wait to see all your gorgeous pooches and get into the Christmas spirit together! So, get those festive bandanas and Christmas jumpers ready, and bring your four-legged friends along for some Christmas magic! Who’s coming to see Santa Paws this year?

Bring your four-legged friend for a festive treat at The Real Eating Company, Whitefriars Square.

Sessions:

Saturday 19th December, 11.00–12pm

Sunday 20th December, 11.00–12pm

What’s included:

Entry just £5 per dog (maximum 25 dogs per session)

A festive puppuccino and a special gift for every pup

Photos with Santa — the paw-fect Christmas keepsake!

Whippets + Whippet Crosses Welcome! Good dogs, good company, Christmas cheer!

Includes a Certificate, a Gift from Santa, Treats & a Commemorative Tree Decoration

Adult Humans get a voucher for a free Tea or Filter Coffee in our "Garden Café". Children get Candy/Chocolate

Includes a Certificate, a Gift from Santa, Treats & a Commemorative Tree Decoration

Adult Humans get a voucher for a free Tea or Filter Coffee in our "Garden Café". Children get Candy/Chocolate

Meet Santa and his elves, take part in dog-friendly activities, and receive a special gift to take home with opportunities to capture some lovely Christmas memories, too, including the option of a professional photograph with Santa.

Santa Paws is available as part of two different experiences, depending on your chosen store: Santa's Grotto: Enjoy a fully immersive North Pole village adventure, with interactive activities before meeting Santa or Meet Santa: A festive visit within the main garden centre, with dedicated time to meet Santa and the opportunity to capture photographs.

Includes a Certificate, a Gift from Santa, Treats & a Commemorative Tree Decoration

Adult Humans get a voucher for a free Tea or Filter Coffee in our "Garden Café". Children get Candy/Chocolate

Includes a Certificate, a Gift from Santa, Treats & a Commemorative Tree Decoration

Adult Humans get a voucher for a free Tea or Filter Coffee in our "Garden Café". Children get Candy/Chocolate