Pawsome Pooch

We're searching for the next top dog!

Mark your calendars! On Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September 2026 from 11am – 4pm, we're rolling out the red carpet for our Pawsome Pooch weekend – a two-day celebration for dogs and their owners.

As the UK’s best dog-friendly shopping centre, we’ve put together a weekend line-up of exciting, free activities – from professional pet photoshoots and grooming sessions to impressive trick displays, an action-packed agility course, and live illustrations of your furry friends. It’s the ultimate doggy day out you won’t want to miss!

This year, we’re proud to once again support Guide Dogs for the Blind, helping people with sight loss live independently with the support of trained dogs and volunteers.

Think your dog could be our next star?

Alongside all the action, our judges will be sniffing out the next Canine Executive Officer of Clarks Village! One winning pup will be crowned our ultimate top dog and take charge of all things pooch-related. Plus, our new CEO (and their owner!) will win a prize package worth up to £500* – including shopping vouchers, dog toys and treats, and vouchers for the dog-friendly Bill’s restaurant and Prezzo Italian which offers dog-friendly alfresco dining.

Our new champion will follow in the paw-prints of previous Pawsome Pooch winners Bailey, Dudley, and most recently, Archie, a miniature dachshund, who has become a familiar face and local pup celebrity at Clarks Village.

To enter, keep a look out for our roaming photographers at the event over the Pawsome Pooch weekend or book a photoshoot by joining PLUS+ Member Rewards.

Our judges will then shortlist ten entrants, and the public will vote on our Facebook and Instagram pages to choose the winner.

* Read the full terms and conditions for the competition.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM OUR PAWSOME WEEKEND

POOCH PAMPERING

Treat your pup to a mini makeover at our Pooch Pampering Studio, hosted by Somerset-based grooming specialists About the Dog. Each 5 to 10 minute session includes trims, nail clips, breath refresh, ear and face tidy, brushing and de-shedding, and a spritz of natural fragrance. Sessions are available on a walk-up basis.

PAW-TRAITS SKETCH STATION

Want a keepsake of your best furry friend? Renowned illustrator and author Alan Snow will be creating quick-fire, bespoke sketches of your pooch – either in person or from a photo. Each piece will be beautifully framed for you to treasure, with charity donations encouraged in support of the Guide Dogs.

Don’t miss your chance to rub elbows with the greats and get a pawshake from the past and present CEOs as they unveil their official paw-traits for our new Hall of Fame.

DOG TRICKS AND FUN

Hosted by Rachael from Passion for Pets, dogs of all breeds are invited to try out fun tricks throughout the day. Learn new moves, show off your dog’s talents, and enjoy some hands-on fun together. Sessions are available on a walk-up basis.

Walkies, treats and match-making
Walkies just got a little extra with our fashion-inspired dogwalk! Let your pups strut their stuff in style, with rewards from the pick ‘n’ mix station. Don’t worry if they’re having a bad fur day, they’re still welcome to choose from a tasty variety of healthy treats to take home.

If you’re looking to put yourself out there, we’ve got the perfect thing – and no it’s not your own slot on the dogwalk. Pawfect Match invites single owners to pick up a free red bow for their dog and let them sniff out a potential love match.

The Pedigree Panel Judges
Three impeccably dressed judges will oversee proceedings with unwavering authority and entirely misplaced criteria. They won't just judge the dogs, they'll assess everyone in their orbit! Armed with scorecards, they'll deliver playful, often baffling verdicts and 'overall pedigree potential'. Prepare to be amused.