Collie Sheepdog Experience - West Yorkshire
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About the experience
Product ID: 12993
Fancy turning your hand to one of man’s oldest skills? Have a go at our Collie Sheepdog Experience day in West Yorkshire. The stunning Ilkley Moors will be the backdrop to you learning how to handle and train the sheepdogs. Your host will be the fantastic shepherdess Barbara Sykes, she will share her knowledge on shepherding, sheep, trialling and farming, as you get to learn to work with the dogs. There will be plenty of time during the day to get your whistle, signs and calls spot on, knowing your 'Come bye' from your 'Away" . By the end of day you will be able to complete the challenge of herding a small flock of sheep. You will be competing in One man and his dog in no time!
- Valid for 12 months
- 1 Location in the UK
- Flexibe Booking
- Gift Pack Options
- Free Exchanges
- Instant Delivery
The service and the day experience was fantastic. This was a birthday present for my partner and was money well spent. Thankyou
Reviewed by: Maxine Devine
The Collie dog experience with Vickie her trusty well trained dogs sheep was a fabulous way to spend a morning and gain great insight into the breed. We had a most enjoyable time and Vickie was marvelous we would highly recommend.
Reviewed by: Bob Loraine
Overview
- A full day with Border Collies
- Learn how to handle and train the dogs
- Learn about farming, sheep and sheepdogs
- Shepherd a small flock of sheep
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- Learn from fully qualified trainers and behaviourists about the dogs
- Work with different dogs and find out how to handle and train them
- Learn about farming, sheep, sheepdogs and trialling
- Shepherd a small flock of sheep to test your handling skills
- You may be part of a small group
- Tea, coffee and biscuits
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- Lunch is not included in this activity, and participants are advised to take their own picnic
- Alternatively, excellent "pub grub" is available nearby
- Suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear should be worn
- Waterproofs may be required on the day
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- Spectators are welcome by prior arrangement for £10 per person, payable on the day.
- Guests will be with the participant all day, with tea and coffee provided
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- Minimum age is 16
- Under 18s must have an adult in attendance with them for the day.
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- Minimum Age: 16 years
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- Available on selected days throughout the year
- Arrival at 10:45 for tea and coffee
- The course begins at 11:00
- Departure is between 14:00 - 15:00, depending on group size and weather
- Due to popularity, it is recommended you book well in advance to avoid disappointment
Location:- At a working farm near Bingley, West Yorkshire
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1 Location in the UK
- West Yorkshire
Customer Reviews for the Collie Sheepdog Experience - West Yorkshire
The service and the day experience was fantastic. This was a birthday present for my partner and was money well spent. Thankyou
Reviewed by: Maxine Devine
The Collie dog experience with Vickie her trusty well trained dogs sheep was a fabulous way to spend a morning and gain great insight into the breed. We had a most enjoyable time and Vickie was marvelous we would highly recommend.
Reviewed by: Bob Loraine
Wonderful experience. Fun and very enjoyable. Patient tutor and beautiful dogs slightly scary sheep though
Reviewed by: Russ Fawn
Couldnt have been better.
Reviewed by: DAVID HUGHES
We loved it Vicki and Barbara are very entertaining and what they had to say was so interesting and as for the dogs.... they were OK
Reviewed by: Adam Taylor
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and leaned a lot, as did my spectator companion. The people were so down to earth and so friendly, they were a pleasure to be with.
Reviewed by: Brenda Philipson
It was great to be outdoors enjoying the experience and learning about sheepdogs and sheep. Learning how different the dogs are, the trainers are great and made it such fun. I would also like to thank Pip, Fred and Chilli the dogs
Reviewed by: AnneMarie
Really great experience. Interesting to learn about the breed and have a go at working the dogs. Great fun and very informative
Reviewed by: Valerie EATON
What a great day Great fun and very informative trainers.
Reviewed by: Sophie Goard
A wonderful experience.The talk was very informative about collies and the shepherding was so much fun. A great day. Thank you.
Reviewed by: Sandra 27 August 2024
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