Barkington Spa

05/10/2026

CHRISTMAS APPOINTMENTS

It might only be October… but our Christmas diary is already starting to fill up!

If you’d like your pooch looking (and smelling!) fresh and beautiful ready for Christmas, we really recommend getting their December groom booked in sooner rather than later. ❤️

The week leading up to Christmas is always especially popular and we only have a limited number of appointments available.

Please send us a message to book your dog’s Christmas appointment.

We can’t wait to get all of your lovely pups Christmas-ready! 🎅🐾✨

20/08/2026

15/07/2026

A little reminder from Barkington Spa

As a one-to-one grooming salon, we don’t use holding kennels or cages. This means that once your dog has finished their groom, they’re ready to head home for cuddles! 💛

When we message to say your dog is ready, we kindly ask that they are collected as soon as possible. Prompt collection helps us keep to schedule and ensures every dog enjoys a calm, relaxed environment throughout their visit.

We completely understand that unexpected delays can happen, so if you’re running late, please just let us know as soon as you can.

Unfortunately, if late collections become a regular issue, we may need to introduce a late collection fee in the future.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep Barkington Spa a peaceful, stress-free place for every dog in our care. 🐶✨

29/06/2026

This is Juno. ❤️

Juno has always been absolutely terrified of scissors and grooming. To some people, a dog as frightened as Juno can come across as badly behaved, but I truly believe that a terrified dog is never being naughty or nasty... they're simply afraid.

Fear deserves patience, kindness and understanding, not pressure.

With lots of time, gentle handling and trust-building at every appointment, alongside all the amazing work Juno's mum has been putting in at home, today felt like a real turning point.

Juno was brave, sweet and an absolute pleasure to groom. He still has a little way to go, but seeing his confidence grow is everything.

This is exactly why I love my job so much. It's never just about grooming, it's about helping dogs learn that they are safe, that they will be listened to, and that they can trust again.

Watching the progress of this darling little boy has been so heartwarming, and I couldn't be prouder of him.

Juno, you're the sweetest of boys. ❤️🐾 ###

26/04/2026

✨ Appointments Now Available ✨

We have a handful of grooming slots available over the coming weeks at Barkington Spa ✂️🐶

Our calm, 1–1 grooming approach is perfect for dogs who prefer a quieter, more relaxed experience 💛

📩 Message us to enquire or secure your slot
(Pricing varies by breed)

Limited availability, book early to avoid disappointment

Helen xx

11/04/2026

Now Accepting New Clients 🐾

We’re so excited to say that we’re now welcoming new clients at Barkington Spa! ✂️🐶

If your dog is in need of a freshen up, a full groom, or just a little pamper, we’d love to hear from you.

All grooms are priced per breed, so please pop us a message and we’ll happily give you a quote tailored to your dog.

With over 35 years of grooming experience, Helen provides calm, caring, and professional grooming, your dog is always in safe hands with her 💛

As we head into show season with our newest member of the pack, our diary is already starting to fill up and spaces are limited, so if you’d like to get booked in, we recommend messaging us sooner rather than later!

📩 Send us a message to enquire or book

We can’t wait to welcome some new furry faces to the spa 🐾✨

29/01/2026

A little extra treat after a good groom 🐾

We now have a selection of Skye’s Treat Plot goodies available during grooming appointments! Biscuits, training treats and gift boxes made with simple, natural ingredients.

Perfect for rewarding your dog after they’ve been such good boys & girls 💅🐶

05/01/2026

❄️ Snowy Morning at Barkington Spa ❄️

We’ve had a lot of snow overnight, and as many of you know, Mow Cop can get pretty rough in these conditions.

The roads are drivable, but please take extra care if you’re heading out today. Your safety and your pups’ always comes first.

If you have an appointment with us today and would prefer to reschedule due to the weather, we completely understand! Just pop us a message and we’ll get you sorted with no problem at all.

Stay safe, keep warm, and give your dogs an extra cuddle from us 🤍❄️

31/12/2025

⚠️ Changes coming to Barkington Spa ⚠️

As we head into 2026, we want to share a few important updates with you all 🐾✨

From next year, Helen will be grooming solo, with Maddy stepping back from grooming to focus on the growing orders for Skye’s Treat Plot 🍪🐶. Maddy will continue to handle all bookings and admin.

Because of this restructure:
• We’ll no longer be offering evening or weekend appointments
• We’ll be limiting the size of dogs we can take on
• Overall availability will be more limited

From February, we’ll also be opening our diary to new clients.
To make sure our existing clients don’t miss out, we strongly recommend booking your appointments ahead for the year to secure your usual grooming slots and stay on your regular cycle.

Our 2026 diary is now open, and advance bookings are available 💜
To book, please send us a direct message and Maddy will get back to you.

Thank you so much for your continued support!