Fun for all the family. Four-legged friends included.
Little or large, laid-back or loopy, scruffy haired or soft as silk. Here at MINI, we’re crazy about every dog. Which is why we’ve partnered with Dogs Trust – the UK’s largest dog welfare charity – to help you and your pooches get the most out of your time together.
At Bowker MINI, we’ve been busy researching the most popular activities in Lancashire. Struggling for inspiration for this weekends family activity? We’ve got you covered. Below we have put together our selected list of paw-fect picnic spots, waggy-tail walks, canine cafés & much more!
With more dogs in families now than ever before, we want to help make sure they travel safely and enjoy the ride. It’s just as important to us that our four-legged customers love being in a MINI as much as the drivers do and we have had a lot of fun letting dogs of all shapes and sizes put our cars through the ultimate tail-wagging tests. As our partnership continues we are really looking forward to working with Dogs Trust to help us support our MINI and dog-loving customers across the car buying and ownership journey.
OUR DOG-FRIENDLY TOP PICKS:
Bowker mini preston & Blackburn.
Location:
Bowker Preston – Click here.
Bowker Blackburn – Click here.
We are proud to be the first MINI Centre’s in Lancashire to be certified dog friendly by the Dogs’ Trust.
Our employees are trained for every aspect of engaging with dogs who visit us including greeting, health and safety, managing tricky situations, safe car travel and best car options for dog owners. Meet our Dog Champions – click here.
If you’re trying to sniff out your new MINI, Bowker are here to help! Whilst you wait, why not relax in our Customer Café Lounge with refreshments for both you and your four-legged friend.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Holy Grounds
Location – Click here.
Need a pick me up? Holy Grounds Coffee Doughnuts is your place.
Just outside of Avenham Park, this tucked away gem is perfect for a quick treat before a blast at the park.
Check out what they have to offer and their opening times over on their Instagram @holygrounds_
Gisburn Forest.
Location – Click here.
Step into the fairy tale woods of Gisburn Forest and explore the trails and experience a sense of space and freedom as you breathe in the fresh air and hear the peaceful bird song.
Gisburn’s dramatic scenery, with deep forest and challenging hills, provides the perfect backdrop for our award-winning mountain bike trails. Demanding climbs and exhilarating downhills make it the ultimate off-road mecca!
For those seeking a unique outdoor adventure, visit after dusk to soak in the wonder of the stars at this accredited Dark Sky Discovery Site.
With an on-site Café and bike hire available, it’s the perfect destination for a fun-filled day out!
The Black Bull at Old Langho.
Location – Click here.
The Black Bull sits nestled between hills, clouds and rolling green pastures, in the Ribble Valley village of Old Langho. First registered as a Coaching Inn, in 1555, these wonky old walls have many stories to tell, and give their own warm welcome to travelers from far & wide.
Why not enjoy a drive out for a bite to eat – with A la Carte and Dog’s Dinners menus available (yes, they have a dedicated menu just for dogs). View their website here.
Beacon Fell Country Park.
Location – Click here.
An area of outstanding natural beauty. The Beacon Fell Country Park consists of 271 acres of woodland, moorland and farmland – with different trails for you to choose from. The Beacon Fell summit offers spectacular views of the Forest of Bowland and Morecambe Bay. On a clear day it is even possible to see the Isle of Man! Why not pop on your walking shoes, pick up the doggie bags and head out for a day of outdoor adventures.
Did you know! The Visitor Centre at Beacon has been awarded prestigious gold standard award by the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS) on the quality of its information for visitors, aimed at encouraging children to explore and learn about the natural environment first hand.
See you at the top?
MORE LOCATIONS COMING SOON…
MEET OUR DOGS CHAMPION.
At Bowker, we’re passionate about becoming a truly dog-friendly Centre. After hours of training with the team at the Dogs Trust Centre in Manchester, Eleanor is now equipped with dog-friendly skills such as:
– Dog welfare
– Dog body language
– Greetings and interactions
– Health and safety in the showroom
– Safe car travel
Bowker MINI love dogs and dogs love Bowker MINI. If you’re stopping by with your four-legged friend please don’t hesitate to ask Eleanor any questions.
We will soon be announcing our Dog Champion for Bowker MINI Preston… watch this space!
Eleanor Bullas
Bowker Blackburn MINI
Dog Champion