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Popular Suffolk Dog Day announces 2025 return with early savings

The much-loved annual celebration of man's best friend is back this summer, and now's the pawfect time to pick up your early bird (dog?) tickets.

Suffolk Dog Day in 2024
Simon Ward
Suffolk Dog Day in 2024

Why it matters: Suffolk Dog Day helps raise vital funds for St Elizabeth Hospice, which supports over 4,000 patients and families living with life-limiting illnesses across Suffolk.

The details: The event takes place on Sunday, 31 August, at Trinity Park, and will feature a range of fun dog classes, dog agility and scurry activities, as well as over 50 stalls full of doggy goodies, Crufts-style competitions, children's entertainment and plenty of food and drink stalls.

Early bird tickets are available until 30 June.

Lady and her dog participating in Suffolk Dog Day

What they're saying: James Fox-Golding, Events and Challenges Manager at St Elizabeth Hospice, said: "We're thrilled to announce the return of Suffolk Dog Day for 2025. It's a much-loved event in the Suffolk calendar, and we can't wait for August to arrive, bringing together supporters and the local community to celebrate our shared love for dogs."

He added: "With early bird tickets on sale, now is the 'pawfect' opportunity to ensure you don't miss out on this year's event!"

The big picture: All ticket proceeds and donations will support St Elizabeth Hospice's services, which cost around £12 million annually to deliver. The hospice generates 70% of these funds through community support, including retail shops, events, individual fundraising efforts, gifts in wills, and donations.

What's next: Further event details will be announced in the coming months. Tickets can be booked through the hospice website.

The bottom line: Suffolk Dog Day offers dog lovers a chance to enjoy a family-friendly event whilst supporting essential hospice care across the region.

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