Forthcoming Events 2026

Saturday 11th July, 10 am to 5 pm & Sunday 12th July, 9:30 am to 4 pm - Royal Isle of Wight County Show, Isle of Wight County Showground, Cowes Road, Northwood PO30 5TP

Come and see us at this fantastic traditional County Show – we’ll be there alongside other charities and trades including farming and livestock, local produce and crafts. Our puppies will be putting on two demonstrations each day to show how we train our Ability Dogs to help people.

Saturday 18th July, 11 am to 3 pm - Northwood Cemetery Open Day, Heritage Resource Centre, West Chapel, Northwood Cemetery, Newport Road, Cowes PO31 7ER

Friends of Northwood Cemetery are hosting this lovely event to educate and inform the public about the work done at the cemetery. The group are inviting other organisations along to spread awareness and fundraise. We will have some of our merchandise for sale, some brilliant games available to play, and puppies to meet. Don't miss out on this fun and informative open day.

Sunday 19th July, 10 am to 4 pm - Vectis Historic Vehicle Club Open Day, Isle of Wight County Showground, Cowes Road, Northwood PO30 5TP

Come and visit us during Vectis Historic Vehicle Clubs “Celebration of Vehicles Through the Ages”. With a variety of stalls, and an incredible display of historic motors to discover it’s a perfect day out for the family. We will be there with fundraising games, some lovely merchandise and of course our wonderful puppies.

Saturday 25th July, 10 am to 5 pm - Wight Brainy Bunch Fire Engine Pull, The Quay, Newport PO30 2QR

We’re joining the incredible Wight Brainy Bunch Fire Engine Pull. This brand new event promises to be an action packed day to bring together the whole family. 10 teams will go head-to-head pulling an 18 tonne fire engine over 50 metres. Whoever’s fastest wins. We’ll be here with our favourite fundraising games and our gorgeous puppies.

Sunday 9th August, 10 am to 5 pm - Jag Club Regional Show (Autofest), Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Railway View, Havenstreet, PO33 4DR

Come and enjoy a fabulous day out amongst a gathering of truly splendid cars and vehicles of all types, both vintage and modern. With a full day of live music and entertainment along with many trade stands. Come and say hello to our puppies in training, and have a go at our fun games, including bottle tombola and children’s lucky dip.

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August, 10 am to 6 pm - The Isle of Wight Garlic Festival, Fighting Cocks Crossroads, Bathingbourne Lane, Sandown, PO36 0LU

With live music, children’s activities and garlic galore, this show is not to be missed! We will be there alongside the other trades and charities. We will have our usual fundraising games, with things for you to buy and puppies for you to meet.

Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd August, 10 am to 5 pm - The Raptor Festival, The Water Mill, Newport Road, Calbourne, PO30 4JN

We’re super excited to be supporting the brilliant SBW Raptors once more at their Raptor Festival! This family friendly event promises thrilling falconry displays, local stalls, refreshments, interactive experiences and educational talks. It’s truly got it all! Have a go on our fundraising games, browse our merchandise and meet are beautiful puppies in training - there’s something for everyone.

Sunday 23rd August, 12 pm to 4 pm - The Towers Dog Show, The Towers, High Street, Yarmouth, PO41 OPN

Come and join us for another Fun Dog Show! Hosted at the stunning Towers in Yarmouth you’ll be surrounded by beautiful pooches and stunning waterfront views. We’ll have demonstrations from some amazing island groups and local dog businesses. Refreshments will also be available. There truly is a category for every hound so come along for a dog lovers’ perfect day.

Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September, 10 am to 5 pm - Wolverton Manor Garden Fair, Wolverton Manor, Shorwell, PO30 3JS

Come and see us at the Island’s largest traditional garden fair, with craft stalls, dancing, cooking demonstrations, classic car displays, woodcarving, archery and much more. We will be there with games to play, things to buy and puppies to meet! We will also be putting on two demonstrations per day to show just how our Ability Dogs can help people.

Saturday 21st November, 7 pm to 10 pm - Ability Dogs Barn Dance, Riverside Centre, The Quay, Newport, PO30 2QR

We hope you can join us for another fantastic barn dance in November - more details to follow.