Hoburne Holidays has received national recognition for its pet-friendly offerings, with its Blue Anchor caravan park among the venues winning in the Dog Friendly Awards. The company placed second in the holiday parks category, an accolade determined by public voting.
Sandra Mueller, operations director at Hoburne, highlighted the importance of accommodating pets. She said, “The dog friendly awards are decided by a public vote, so we are delighted to have received this seal of approval from our pet-loving owners and visitors.”
”We understand that pets are part of the family, which is why they are welcomed here free of charge, because every dog deserves a holiday, too. Our caravans and lodges are designed to be dog-friendly right up to the most premium level accommodation, and we offer a menu from canine ice cream to specially designed sausages and burgers.”
Hoburne Blue Anchor provides several facilities aimed at dog owners, including an all-season dog-friendly beach and designated caravans with gated decking and other canine-oriented amenities.
James Waters, general manager of Dog Friendly Awards, told the West Somerset Free Press, “Our awards competition is entirely based on votes from the businesses’ customers and followers. Almost 400 businesses competed in this year’s competition, so they are obviously treating their doggy guests very well.”
Visitors have also cited pets as a key factor in choosing Hoburne. Rich Whitton, who purchased a holiday home at the park, described his experience with his bulldog, Reggie:
“We booked in for a weekend, and the dog did not stop wagging his tail from the minute we got there until the minute we left, so, before we went home, I went in and bought a holiday home there and then. I just knew I had to get him one. The name plaque on the front reads ‘Reggie’s Retreat’, so it is clear whose it is.”
For industry professionals, Hoburne’s approach illustrates how targeted amenities and services for pets can enhance customer loyalty and differentiate a business in a competitive market. The company’s recognition is part of a broader record of industry acknowledgement, which also includes a bronze Dorset Tourism Award, five-star ratings from Visit England, and a Which? recommended provider listing.