Canihikes, suitable for all ages and experience
Schedule
Sun, 07 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am
UTC+01:00Location
Ilam Park, National Trust | Ashbourne, EN
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🐾 Canihike Adventures🐾All dates now open for bookings! 🗓️
Don’t miss your chance to join us on our upcoming adventures:
out next Ilam adventure is:
🗓️ Sunday 7th June, Ilam (National Trust) arrive 9.30am for kit fitting. Hike starts at 10am.
Early booking is strongly recommended, spaces are limited to just 10 participants.
🐾 What is Canihiking?
A relaxed, hands-free way to hike with your dog using a special human belt, bungee line and non restrictive dog harness. It’s all about teamwork, enjoying the outdoors, and moving at a friendly, social pace. No running (it's a hike!) and no experience needed.
Why join us?
🐶 Beginners very welcome, full guidance given (dogs must be at least 12 months old)
🐾 Builds your bond with your dog
🌟 Great for physical & mental wellbeing
🐕 Reactive dogs welcome (extra space provided)
👨👩👧 Friends & family welcome, even without a dog (booking still required)
👧 Suitable for all ages of humans 8 years old+
⚕️Pre-event questionnaire must be completed by all participants before joining us (only needs to be completed once, unless details change).
What’s included?
🎓 Led by an experienced, qualified Canicross and canihike coach
🎒 All specialist canihike kit available to borrow on the day
👣 Approx. 10km / 3 hours at a comfortable pace
👥 Small, supportive group experience
You’ll need:
🐕 Your dog
🥾 Sturdy walking footwear (waterproof boots recommended)
🧥 Suitable / waterproof clothing
🎒 Small rucksack with: water, snacks, dog treats, poo bags, keys, personal first aid kit & a normal dog lead
We strongly recommend only one dog per person to start. If you’d like to bring two, just message us to discuss.
💷 **£10 per person**
🅿️ Free parking for National Trust members (don’t forget your card)
🅿️ Pay & display for non-members
💳 Card payment available for parking (in book shop or cafe)
🚻 Toilets available near the carpark
☕ National Trust Cafe available for post hike drinks and treats
🥾 Friendly, inclusive, beginner-welcome hikes with limited places. Book early to secure your place! 🐾
To book, please click the link in the tickets option near the top of this page to take you to our website. When you arrive on our booking page, click 'book now' then 'check next availability'. This will show the next session available. Click 'next' and it will take you to the booking form. You can also book for future dates using the calendar. The read more option will give some additional information.
Scroll through pictures at the top of this post to show upcoming dates for Ilam and Longshaw.
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Where is it happening?
Ilam Park, National Trust, Ilam Park, Ilam ,Ashbourne, Derby, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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