Get ready for the ultimate tail-wagging autumn celebration as Frenchie Fest returns bigger and better than ever to Leyfield, New Park Farm in Brockenhurst on Saturday 3rd October 2026! Known as the New Forest’s premier celebration of French Bulldogs and dog-loving families, this festival offers an action-packed day of dog shows, agility courses, photo booths, shopping stalls, and live training demonstrations from The Family Dog Club. Every attending dog receives a free puppacino upon arrival, with bouncy castles, children’s games, and licensed street food bars keeping human attendees entertained throughout the day. Plus, 10% of ticket sales are donated directly to Mast Cell Action.
Frenchie Fest Event Schedule & Day Timings
Schedule and day timings for the autumn festival at Leyfield, New Park Farm:
- Event Date: Saturday 3rd October 2026.
- Festival Gates Open: 10:00 AM BST.
- Activities & Stalls Running: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM BST.
- Event Closes: 4:00 PM BST.
Festival Highlights & Daily Activities
Featured dog activities, human entertainment, and vendor offerings:
- Dog Show & Parades: Fun, friendly dog show competitions and breed parades running throughout the day.
- Free Puppacino Arrival Treat: Every attending dog receives a complimentary puppacino upon entry.
- Dog Assault & Agility Course: Agility challenge featuring tunnels, jumps, and weave poles tailored for fun dog play.
- Expert Training Workshops: Live training demonstrations and advice sessions led by specialists from The Family Dog Club.
- Themed Photo Booths: Dedicated seasonal autumn photo opportunities and roving event photographers to capture family portraits.
- Shopping & Vendor Stalls: Market stalls featuring custom dog accessories, Frenchie apparel, pet treats, and care products.
- Family & Children’s Entertainment: Bouncy castles, face painting, lawn games, and kid-friendly activity stalls.
- Gourmet Food & Licensed Bar: Independent street food traders serving gourmet burgers, woodfired pizza, Greek cuisine, craft beers, cocktails, and coffee.
- Charity Partner: Proudly supporting Mast Cell Action, with 10% of ticket sales donated directly to the charity.
Ticket Information & Entry Guidelines
Pricing and admission rules for New Park Farm:
- Early Bird Admission: £8.00 per adult (strictly limited to the first 200 tickets).
- Standard Admission: £10.00 standard advance entry per adult.
- Children’s Entry: Children go free (advance booking still recommended).
- Dog Entry: Dogs attend for free.
How to Get to Leyfield, New Park Farm
Travel options for reaching the venue at Brockenhurst (SO42 7QH):
- By Car: Located along the A337 Lyndhurst Road between Lyndhurst and Brockenhurst in the heart of the New Forest.
- By Train: Brockenhurst Railway Station is approximately 1.5 miles away (a 5-minute taxi ride or 30-minute walk along the footpath).
- By Bus: Morebus route 6 stops along Lyndhurst Road near the main New Park Farm entrance.
New Park Farm Parking Information
Parking options on site:
- Free On-Site Event Parking: Extensive free field parking is provided directly on site at the New Forest Showground / Leyfield field.
- Accessible Parking: Designated Blue Badge parking areas are allocated near the main pedestrian entrance gates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Frenchie Fest taking place?
- Frenchie Fest takes place on Saturday 3rd October 2026, running from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM BST.
- Where is Frenchie Fest located?
- The festival is held at Leyfield, New Park Farm (New Forest Showground), Brockenhurst, Hampshire (SO42 7QH).
- How much are tickets for Frenchie Fest 2026?
- Early bird tickets start at £8.00 per adult for the first 200 tickets sold. Standard adult entry is £10.00, while children and dogs attend for free.
- Is the event suitable for non-Frenchie dog owners or families without dogs?
- Yes! Frenchie Fest welcomes all dog lovers, families, and children to enjoy the bouncy castles, street food stalls, live entertainment, and vendor shopping.
- Which charity does Frenchie Fest support?
- Frenchie Fest donates 10% of all ticket sales to Mast Cell Action, supporting individuals living with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome.
- Is parking available on site?
- Yes, extensive free on-site field parking is provided directly at the New Forest Showground.