PORTERS FARM

Exclusive use of 10 acres of fenced, secure, young woodland with pathways, benches, picnic areas and a pond, perfect for dog-walking, just 5 minutes from Kelvedon, Rivenhall and Silver End

By appointment only, Ruffian Wood is completely secure, surrounded by a 6ft deer fence, with chicken wire. It is the perfect place for dogs to be dogs: to run free and explore all the different areas, to have a swim to cool off in the summer. Ideal for recall training, or if you have a reactive or nervous dog, you can relax knowing that you have the whole place to yourself. The secure space is also perfect if your dog is in season, or if you want to meet friends for dog walks and a picnic in private. Have a look at our reviews and Instagram pictures at the bottom of the page, we have got hundreds of happy customers, both canine and human.

In the heart of Ruffian Wood there is a charming, off-grid Shepherd’s Hut with a king-sized bed, a mezzanine double bed, a shower and a cosy wood-burner. The perfect eco-retreat, it can be rented out for short stays or for a few hours in conjunction with the dog walking area. Porters Farm also has a beautifully restored 18th century weather-boarded and tiled, timber-framed Essex Barn with a brick floor. This is ideal for indoor dog-training classes, and can be booked in conjunction with the dog training area. Have a look at the map here to see all that Porters Farm has to offer.

Ruffian Wood

Exclusive use of 10 acres of fenced, secure, young woodland with pathways, benches, picnic areas and a pond, perfect for dog-walking

The Shepherd’s Hut

A charming, off-grid Shepherd’s Hut with a king-sized bed, a mezzanine double bed, a shower and a cosy wood-burner. An idyllic eco-friendly retreat in the heart of Ruffian Wood

The Barn

A beautifully restored 18th century traditional Essex Barn, perfect for indoor dog-training classes. It can be booked in conjunction with the dog training area 

  • “By far the best secure field. So much space and different types of areas. Safe place for both my dog and girls to run around in!"

    Michelle Biggs

  • "I think I have tried every dog field for hire in Essex and nothing comes even a tiny bit close to this place! Thank you so much Xandie, me and the dogs are moving in”

    Joanne Russell

  • “Love, love, love this place, oh and so does my dog. Woodland, open spaces and a large pond, what more could any dog want? Would highly recommend it to all”

    Bev Cackett

  • “First time using the field and we had an absolutely wonderful time, just love that our dog and 4 year old could run around completely safely and just enjoy the nature. Perfect, thank you”

    Katie May

  • “Had the best time with my dogs. Despite it being a 1h40 drive, it was so, so worth it. To have somewhere this large for us to enjoy and explore was just heaven”

    Emily Noble

  • “Wow what an amazing place. It was well worth the drive to be able to let our rescue dog run around and work on her recall in a safe and secure space. There are so many different areas to explore, woods, long grass, pathways and the pond”

    Colette Sheaff

  • “It was great to be able to give our dog the freedom off-lead, safe in the knowledge that he couldn’t get out. And there was so much for him to explore. We will definitely book again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it”

    Peter Whyton

  • “What an absolutely amazing place. Our two dogs loved the woods so much – the wooded areas, long grass to sniff in, little pathways, benches, picnic benches and the shepherd’s hut. It's perfect, clean and well kept, we can’t wait to book again!”

    Maria Kaye

  • “Brilliant dog park. Best I've ever been to. So much space for dogs to explore. Very peaceful and relaxing knowing you had all of the space to yourself"

    Louise Alabaster

  • “We love it here, my dog is reactive and it is so nice to be able to let her free without the stress of running into other dogs. We bring the kids and they hide in the woods and she bounds about finding them”

    Natalie Partridge

  • “Really lovely safe place. Spaniels really enjoyed the sniffs and loved swimming in the pond. We will definitely be coming back!"

    Abbie Hammond

  • “Have been to quite a few dog fields, this is the best by far! Such a lovely place and it’s huge, the dogs absolutely loved it. Highly recommended!"

    Nicki Owers

  • “Just perfect with lots of seats to enjoy the peace and quiet. Poppy always gets so excited when we get near. Thank you”

    Heather Byrne

  • “Wow what a place. The best walking field we have ever been to, the dogs absolutely loved it. So much more than just a field! Can’t wait to come back”

    Shana Bixby

  • “Great secure place for dog walking, lots of different areas and good for recall practice as it is much bigger than other fields, so feels like a proper walk. Would definitely recommend!”

    Ellie Duncan

  • “Wow, it’s so lovely, the best field or wood we have been too, it has everything and so nice to feel like you are on a country walk knowing it’s secure and you won’t bump into anyone and allowing our dog the freedom off-lead”

    Britta

  • “Fantastic place to let your dog let off steam. Coco loves going there, I would highly recommend this to anyone that has dogs that need lots of space to run around”

    Andrew Moses

  • “Huge secure field with woodland and a big pond for the dogs to swim in. Great place to safely practice recall. Of the many secure fields we have tried, this is our new favourite! Can’t wait to come again”

    Charlotte Ferguson

  • “Fabulous! Our first visit, it was everything we expected & more! Our reactive dog got his first taste of off-lead freedom in a natural environment & he had a blast! We will definitely be back!”

    Nikki Woodbridge

  • “It was everything we’d hoped for and more. The beautiful deciduous woodland and wildflower meadows were idyllic, and it's perfect for dog walking. The beautiful trees and flowers gave me as much pleasure as the dog walking space”

    Bridget Jamieson

  • “Beautiful setting, so peaceful and perfect for our pup who is learning to enjoy off-lead time. Booking was easy. Very well organised. We will definitely be back!”

    Zoe Wright

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Porters Farm
Hollow Road, Kelvedon,
Essex CO5 9DD

Open from 6am to 10pm
Monday to Sunday, 365 days a year

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Porters Farm, Ruffian Wood

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07808 166 829

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