Because there’s nothing better than being part of a team with your dog.
Because there’s nothing better than being part of a team with your dog.
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You know that feeling - when your dog picks up the trail, makes the decision, and you’re right there with them. Not leading. Not following. You are a team.
That’s what mantrailing gives you.
And that’s what Kernow Mantrailing TrailFest is all about.
Different trail locations in beautiful areas and landscapes across Cornwall.
You and your dog, working together, growing in confidence, and having a laugh along the way.
This is for those who may have had a taste of trailing and want more up to those with more experience looking to trail in a different environment. this weekend is designed for you.
Limited to 10 working dog spaces. We keep numbers low so you and your dog get personal attention and space to grow
If you have not trained with us before you will need to fill in the Registration Form as well.
An Evening with the UK K9 Team – Talk, Presentation & Q&A
Sunday 12th April - 7pm – 9pm at Redruth Community Hall
As part of the Kernow Mantrailing Spring TrailFest 2026, we are excited to welcome the UK K9 Team for a special evening talk and presentation, followed by a live Q&A session.
This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from an operational team working in real search environments, learn how the dogs are trained, how searches are managed, and what really happens behind the scenes when a search team is deployed. There will also be the opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A session.
This event is open to everyone - dog handlers, trainers, mantrailers, and anyone interested in the real working world of search dogs.
Tickets are £10, with £5 from every ticket donated to Cornwall Search Dogs, helping support the ongoing training and operational work of these incredible dogs and their handlers.
Join us for an informative, eye-opening evening and help support a very important cause.
Next TrailFest - 12th - 15th November 2027
Next TrailFest - 12th - 15th November 2027
Autumn TrailFest 2026!
We are delighted to welcome back our guest instructors from UK K9 who train search dog teams around the world.
If you have not trained with us before you will need to fill in the Registration Form as well as book your space through here.
You can pick from one day to all four days and get to trail in beautiful areas and landscapes across Cornwall.
What to Expect
What to Expect
🐾 Full days of trailing with your dog
🐾 Different trail locations across Cornwall
🐾 Small groups - max 10 working dogs per day
🐾 One-to-one feedback throughout the weekend
🐾 Different environments, real trailing, rain or shine
These events run in the Spring and Autumn each year.
Why Join Us?
Why Join Us?
Because it’s about more than technique.
It’s about connection, confidence, enjoying the experience of working with your dog.
You’ll leave the weekend with:
🐾 A deeper connection with your dog
🐾 Greater confidence in your handling
🐾 A better understanding of scent and behaviour
🐾 Muddy boots, happy memories, and a lot of shared wins
This is also where theory meets practice - everything we teach, you’ll put into action on the trail. Learning as we go.
Meet Your Instructors
Meet Your Instructors
Annie Page – Expert Mantrailing Instructor (British Mantrailing Academy) & Level 4 Lead Trainer (Mantrailing Scent Dogs)
Tracy Simpson – Mantrailing Sports Instructor (BMA) & Level 3 Certified (Mantrailing Scent Dogs)
Both are operational dog handlers with Cornwall Search Dogs, bringing real-world experience to every trail.
Their coaching is grounded, supportive, and shaped by what works (with a touch of humour) - not just what’s written in the manual.
Who’s It For?
Who’s It For?
This weekend is for you if...
You have had a taste of trailing and want to do more
You already trail but want a different view, feedback, and fun
Need a break and want to connect more with your dog
You don’t mind a bit of Cornish weather and a lot of learning
No pressure. No assumptions. Just a weekend designed for you and your dog to grow together
Pricing and Booking
Pricing and Booking
🐾£100 per dog & handler (day)
Observer: £30 per day
Limited to 10 working dog spaces. We keep numbers low so you and your dog get personal attention and space to grow.
Observer Spots Available
Observer Spots Available
Not quite ready to trail but still want to learn?
Observer passes give you full access to the day - watch dogs work, hear instructor feedback, and see how real progress happens on the trail.
🐾 £30 per person per day
Ideal for newer handlers, prospective trailers, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding
A Final Word
This is about you and your dog - not perfection, not pressure.
It’s about growing together, learning together, and doing something fantastic and fun as a team.
Let’s trail. Join us.
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