Get ready to welcome ‘SpringFest’ on Saturday 4th May from 12-9pm at The Oaks! Featuring an array of family, and pup-friendly activities to celebrate all things local in the wonderful Highcliffe.

We will also be welcoming our beloved canine customers to join us for a group dog walk along the seafront at 11am, led by a member of our team and meeting back at The Oaks for a chance for your pets to be snapped at the doggy photo booth.

From 12-5pm, we will transform our beautiful beach huts and terrace into artisan market stalls showcasing local traders featuring Kate’s Crafty Corner, Redwood Creations, South West Wildlife Fundraising and others. You can also expect talks from local producers and live music from 12:30pm, including a performance from the wonderful Diamond Divas raising money for Macmillan Caring Locally.

See below for more details on the day…

Four-legged fun

Be a su-paw-star!

Get snapped and be part of our dog wall of fame! First 50 dogs will receive a limited edition embroidered Heartwood bandana!

Hey, Jude…

Keep your pup refreshed with an ice cream (or two!) Try Jude’s ice cream for dogs. It’s pup-alicious!

Dining à la bark!

Taste test our brand new dog menu from the legendary Sir Woofchester’s.

Enjoy the great outdoors!

Start the day with a leisurely stroll to the beach with your furry friends (dog not required) and meet outside The Oaks for an 11am start!

All things local!

Artisans’ Market

If you’re looking for a present for someone special or a little treat for yourself, look no further. Traders include Kate’s Crafty Corner, Redwood Creations and more…

Local producers

Come and meet some local producers. Complimentary tasters will be served of course!

1pm – New Forest Cider

2pm – Shanty Spirits

3pm – Southbourne Ales

4pm – Pothecary Gin

Live Music On the Terrace

12:30pm – Acoustic covers with Kevin Jackson

3pm – Charity Choir with the Diamond Divas

4pm – Singer/songwriter Peter Cooley Duo

8pm – Musician Chris “The Drum” Edward