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    Barking Mad August 2026

    We are returning the The Greyhound Inn Usk for our Barking Mad 2026 Dog Show and can't wait to see you. Read more

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Barking Mad

Join us for one of the most exciting and popular events in our calendar, it's back and it's Barking Mad. Thanks to everyone that attended our rescheduled 2025 event and to our new venue. We are heading back to The Greyhound Inn and Hotel in Usk and returning to the original Summer Barking Mad date Saturday 22nd August 2026

You can expect to see all your Hope Rescue Barking Mad favourites, a wide range of local stall holders, an exciting family area, entertainment and much more.

Find out more about our stall holder, sponsorship and advertisement opportunities, booking classes and volunteering below.

At Hope Rescue, the safety and well-being of our visitors. In the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions, such as high winds, torrential rain, or extreme heat—that may pose a risk to attendees, dogs, or staff, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone the event at short notice. We will make this decision based on our risk assessments and Health and Safety guidance, with everyone’s safety in mind.

If cancellation is necessary due to adverse weather:

  • A full statement will be shared on our website and social media channels as soon as possible.

  • Any sponsorship, stall sales and class entry fees purchased in advance will be transferred to a rescheduled event. 

If you have any questions or ideas, please get in touch, we would love to hear from you [email protected]

Barking Mad 2026 Stall Sale

Barking Mad 2026 Stall Sale

If you are a local business looking for a unique way to sell and promote your products to a dog loving community, then our Barking Mad 2026 Dog Show is just the place for you. Read more

Start: 22nd August, 2026 at 9:00am

End: 22nd August, 2026 at 4:00pm

Published: 4th May, 2026

Updated: 19th May, 2026

Author: Olivia Copner

Location: The Greyhound Inn and Hotel, Llantrissant Near Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1LE

Barking Mad  2026 Sponsorship

Barking Mad 2026 Sponsorship

If you are a local business looking for a fantastic way to promote or advertise your business, then our Barking Mad Dog Show is just the place for you. Read more

Start: 22nd August, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 22nd August, 2026 at 3:00pm

Published: 4th May, 2026

Author: Olivia Copner

Location: The Greyhound Inn and Hotel, Llantrissant Near Usk, Monm, NP15 1LE

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Volunteer at Barking Mad 2026

Could you help out at our biggest outdoor event of the year? Read more

Start: 22nd August, 2026 at 9:00am

End: 22nd August, 2026 at 5:00pm

Published: 26th January, 2026

Updated: 4th May, 2026

Author: Olivia Copner

Location: The Greyhound Inn and Hotel, Llantrissant Near Usk, Monmouthshire, NP15 1LE

Barking Mad August 2026

Barking Mad August 2026

We are returning the The Greyhound Inn Usk for our Barking Mad 2026 Dog Show and can't wait to see you. Read more

Start: 22nd August, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 22nd August, 2026 at 3:00pm

Published: 4th May, 2026

Author: Olivia Copner

Location: The Greyhound Inn and Hotel, Llantrissant Near Usk , Monmouthshire, NP15 1LE

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Barking Mad August 2026

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Start: 22nd August, 2026 at 11:00am

End: 22nd August, 2026 at 3:00pm

Published: 4th May, 2026

Author: Olivia Copner

Location: The Greyhound Inn and Hotel, Llantrissant Near Usk , Monmouthshire, NP15 1LE

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