Peggy Goes to Goodwoof

Goodwoof 2026 – A Dog's Dream Weekend at Goodwood! 🐾

If you asked me to describe doggy heaven, I'd simply say... Goodwoof!

Back in May, my human packed the car full of treats, toys, cameras (Mum never travels without one!) and enough snacks to feed a small army before heading off for an amazing two-day adventure at Goodwoof. And let me tell you... it was paws-itively incredible!

Whether you're a tiny Terrier, a giant Great Dane, or somewhere in between, Goodwoof is one of those events that every dog should experience at least once.

  

What is Goodwoof?

Goodwoof is the ultimate celebration of all things dogs. Set in the beautiful grounds of Goodwood, it's a weekend filled with activities, shopping, demonstrations, delicious food, expert advice and thousands upon thousands of happy wagging tails.

Everywhere you look there's another dog making friends, trying something new or convincing their humans to buy just one more toy (it worked... several times!).

Our Two-Day Adventure

We stayed nearby so we could enjoy the full weekend without rushing around.

The atmosphere was amazing from the moment we arrived. Everyone was smiling, dogs were excited (but surprisingly well behaved), and there was so much to see that we barely knew where to start.

  

Activities We Took Part In

There really is something for every dog.

During the weekend I enjoyed:

• 🐾 Exploring all the different activity zones

• 🐶 Meeting lots of new furry friends

• 📸 Having plenty of photo opportunities

• 🎾 Watching exciting dog demonstrations

• 🦴 Sampling lots of tasty treats

• 💦 Taking regular water breaks in the hydration stations

• 🌳 Relaxing in the shaded chill-out areas

• ❤️ Visiting charity and breed stands

• 🎁 Collecting far too many freebies (according to Mum!)

• 🛍️ Shopping until our paws were tired

Everywhere we turned there was another activity waiting to be discovered.

Shopping Heaven

Now... let's talk shopping.

If your humans enjoy spoiling you, they might want to bring a bigger car!

The shopping village was packed with fantastic independent businesses alongside well-known dog brands selling everything from:

• Luxury dog beds

• Harnesses and leads

• Natural treats

• Dog clothing

• Toys

• Enrichment games

• Grooming products

• Supplements

• Travel accessories

• Handmade gifts

• Doggy biscuits

• Training equipment

Needless to say... Mum's bank account definitely got a workout.

I, however, fully supported every purchase.

  

The Food

Humans never seem to stop talking about food...

Luckily, Goodwoof has plenty!

There was a fantastic variety including:

• Gourmet burgers

• Wood-fired pizzas

• Street food

• Loaded fries

• Sweet treats

• Ice cream

• Fresh coffee

• Cold drinks

And don't worry—we dogs weren't forgotten either.

Many stalls offered natural treats, puppuccinos, dog ice cream and healthy snacks to keep our tails wagging all weekend.

So Many Dogs!

One of my favourite parts?

Meeting dogs of every shape, size and breed imaginable.

There were Dachshunds, Greyhounds, Spaniels, Labradors, Border Collies, Frenchies, Staffies (my favourite, obviously!), tiny Chihuahuas and enormous Newfoundlands.

Everyone was there for the same reason—to celebrate dogs.

It created such a friendly atmosphere, and there were endless opportunities to sniff new friends (the proper way to introduce yourself!).

Tips if You're Visiting Goodwoof

If you're planning to visit in the future, here's what I'd recommend:

• Arrive early to beat the queues.

• Bring plenty of water.

• Pack a cooling mat if the weather is warm.

• Wear comfy shoes (your humans will thank you!).

• Take lots of breaks.

• Don't forget poop bags.

• Bring a shopping bag... or three.

• Charge your camera—you'll take hundreds of photos.

• Let your dog enjoy plenty of sniffing time.

Is Goodwoof Worth Visiting?

Absolutely.

Whether you're interested in shopping, training, demonstrations, food, or simply spending an unforgettable weekend surrounded by fellow dog lovers, Goodwoof delivers every single time.

It's incredibly well organised, beautifully laid out and genuinely designed with dogs at the heart of everything.

I came home completely exhausted... and somehow with even more toys than I arrived with.

I call that a successful weekend.

Roll on Goodwoof 2027!

As soon as we left, Mum was already talking about coming back.

Honestly... so was I.

The memories, the shopping, the treats, the new friends and the amazing atmosphere made it one of the highlights of my year.

Now all that's left to do is patiently wait until Goodwoof 2027.

I'll be counting down the days...

...and making sure Mum starts saving for all the shopping I'm planning to do!

See you there! 🐾

Why We Love Goodwoof

⭐ Fantastic atmosphere

⭐ Dog-friendly from start to finish

⭐ Amazing shopping

⭐ Delicious food

⭐ Fun activities

⭐ Friendly people

⭐ Great facilities

⭐ Perfect day out for the whole family

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 Paw Prints)