Coventry · Kenilworth · Leamington Spa

The ultimate doggy adventure.

A door-to-door group adventure filled with outdoor exercise, enrichment and carefully managed social time—followed by a happy trip home and a very well-earned snooze.

Free to join. No payment required.

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Weekly adventuresfrom £21
3–4 hour adventures
Safety comes first
Team DBS checked
K9 first-aid cover on board
More than a dog walk

A proper adventure, built around dogs.

The Bark Bus gives dogs the freedom to move, play and explore in a supervised group—without their owners having to rearrange the day.

Every adventure combines safe collection, outdoor enrichment and positive social time in one joyful 3–4 hour experience.

All part of the adventure

Fun for them. Reassurance for you.

One carefully managed 3–4 hour experience, from collection to a happy return home. Travelling time is included.

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Collection and return

Home collection and return, or a nearby Bark Bus collection point where the bus cannot safely access your road.

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Purpose-adapted travel

A dedicated Bark Bus setup with appropriate harnesses and restraints for safe, comfortable journeys.

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An enclosed adventure

Closely supervised outdoor exercise in an enclosed dog park, with room to run, sniff and explore.

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Enrichment and social time

Positive group play, fun recall work and engagement activities suited to the dogs attending that session.

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Water, rest and individual care

Planned water and rest breaks, a complimentary pup cup on every adventure, and attention given to each dog’s comfort, energy and individual needs.

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At least two-person supervision

At least two team members accompany every adventure, each responsible for no more than six dogs, with up to 12 dogs in a session. A K9 first-aid-trained team member will always be on board.

A prepared team, every step of the way.

Every Bark Bus team member is DBS checked, and a K9 first-aid-trained team member is always on board. We’re fully insured and keep your owner and emergency-contact details close at hand.

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Your dog's day at a glance

One Adventure Pass. Five happy stops.

A simple half-day routine for you, with every stage of your dog's journey thoughtfully planned.

The Bark BusAdventure Pass
3–4 hours
1
Collect

Collection begins

We collect your dog from home or an agreed Bark Bus collection point.

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Board

Safe boarding

They settle into a secured travel space with an appropriate harness and restraint.

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Explore

The main adventure

Supervised exercise, enrichment and social time in an enclosed dog park.

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Reset

Water, rest and a pup cup

Fresh water, planned breaks and a complimentary pup cup help the group reset before the journey home.

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Return

Home happy

We return your dog after their complete 3–4 hour experience, including travelling time.

A careful introduction

Enrol first. Then join us for a free trial.

Enrolment places your dog on the waiting list. Their free trial is the next step before we confirm any regular adventures.

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Enrol and join the waiting list

Complete the enrolment form with your details and everything we need to know about your dog.

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We review your application

We’ll review your information, contact you about availability and arrange the next step when trial sessions open.

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Attend a free trial

After enrolment, meet us for approximately 30 minutes at a local dog park. You’ll stay while your dog meets us, experiences the group and explores the stationary bus.

Enrolment or attendance at a trial does not guarantee a place. Safety and suitability will always guide our decision.

Simple weekly pricing

One adventure. Two ways to make it routine.

Choose the rhythm that suits your dog. Every session includes the complete 3–4 hour Bark Bus adventure, including travelling time.

  • Collection and return
  • Supervised outdoor play
  • Exercise, enrichment and social time
Adventure sessions
£23per adventure

For one Bark Bus adventure each week

Enrol & join the waiting list
Our launch areas

Does the Bark Bus collect near you?

Collection is subject to route planning and safe bus access.

In a surrounding area? Send us your postcode and we’ll discuss your options.

Amun, co-founder of The Bark Bus
Izzy, co-founder of The Bark Bus
Izzy - Co-founder
Cabo, The Bark Bus chief adventure tester
CaboChief Adventure Tester
AmunCo-founder
Meet the team

Built by dog lovers, for dog lovers.

We’re Amun and Izzy, co-founders of The Bark Bus. We created the kind of dog-care experience we would choose ourselves: adventurous, dependable and genuinely centred around each dog.

Alongside us is Cabo, our miniature poodle and Chief Adventure Tester. He gives every idea the all-important dog seal of approval as we create adventures that give owners more freedom—and dogs a day they can truly look forward to.

Every team member DBS checked · Always someone on board who is dog first-aid trained · Fully insured

Enrol & join the waiting list
Love dogs but can’t have one?

Come and volunteer with The Bark Bus.

Spend meaningful time around dogs, meet like-minded people and help us create safe, happy adventures. You do not need to own a dog or have professional experience.

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Good to know

Questions before they hop aboard?

If your question isn’t covered, message us and we’ll be happy to help.

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Enrolment and availability

When does The Bark Bus launch?

We’re getting ready to launch soon. Enrol and join the waiting list, and we’ll keep you updated as places become available.

How does the free trial work?

First complete the enrolment form and join our waiting list. We will then contact you to arrange a free trial when sessions open. The trial lasts approximately 30 minutes at a local dog park during an adventure session. You remain with your dog while they meet us and some of the dogs, and experience the stationary bus. There is no bus journey during the trial.

Does joining the waiting list guarantee a place?

No. Completing the enrolment form joins the waiting list but does not guarantee acceptance. A free trial takes place afterwards, and places are confirmed only where the experience is safe, happy and comfortable for the individual dog and the wider group.

Your Bark Bus adventure

What is included in an adventure?

Each 3–4 hour adventure includes collection from home, travel aboard The Bark Bus, a supervised outdoor group session with enrichment, social time and fun recall and engagement activities, and return home. The 3–4 hours includes travelling time.

How much does it cost?

One adventure per week is £23. If your dog joins us more than once per week, each adventure is £21.

How many dogs attend each adventure?

The bus is always manned by two people. Each team member is responsible for a maximum of six dogs, so a session may include approximately 12 dogs in total. The exact number can vary depending on the dogs and what is safest for the group.

When will my dog be collected?

Collection timing will depend on the route and the dogs attending that day. We’ll confirm your collection arrangements when a regular session is agreed. Your dog’s complete 3–4 hour experience includes travelling time.

Which areas will you cover?

We plan to serve Coventry, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa and selected surrounding areas. Send us your postcode and we’ll confirm availability.

What if the bus cannot access my road?

Tell us about narrow roads, cul-de-sacs, low bridges or other access restrictions during enrolment. If we cannot safely reach your property, we will arrange a nearby Bark Bus collection point.

Safety and suitability

What are the main eligibility requirements?

Dogs must be microchipped, fully vaccinated and kept up to date with flea and worming treatment. Dogs aged 12 months and over must be neutered. Every dog is assessed during a free trial before a regular place can be confirmed.

Can puppies join?

Yes! Puppies are welcome once fully vaccinated, provided the adventure is suitable for their age, energy and development. We’ll assess this during their free trial.

Does my dog need to be neutered?

Dogs aged 12 months and over must be neutered to join. Puppies under 12 months are exempt.

Can nervous or reactive dogs join?

We consider nervous and mildly reactive dogs individually through our free trial. Please tell us about any concerns when enrolling so we can assess whether the group environment is suitable. We cannot accept dogs displaying highly aggressive behaviour. They may be reconsidered following appropriate training and reassessment, and we’re happy to recommend a training partner.

What happens if my dog becomes unwell or is injured?

Every Bark Bus team member is dog first-aid trained. We keep the owner, emergency-contact and veterinary details supplied during enrolment close at hand, and your dog’s immediate safety will guide what happens next.

What happens in very hot or unsafe weather?

Safety is our number one priority. We consider the temperature, conditions, breed and needs of each dog. We may move an adventure to a cooler time, adapt the session or cancel where conditions are not safe.

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