Cost guide · Uttlesford
How much does dog boarding cost in Uttlesford?
Dog boarding in Uttlesford costs a median of £26 per night for kennel boarding, based on 3 council-licensed operators who publish their rates. Prices range from £25 to £28 per night. Uttlesford sits around the UK national median (£26 UK median).
Data refreshed · Our methodology
- Median / night
- £26
- Range
- £25–£28
- Sample size
- n=3
- vs UK median
- 0%
What drives dog boarding prices in Uttlesford
The £25–£28 spread across 12 licensed operators in Uttlesford reflects real differences in service, facilities, and licensing tier — not arbitrary pricing. Star rating is the most useful indicator of welfare standards under the Animal Activity Licensing scheme — and it’s largely independent of price.
Expect to pay 15–25% more during peak periods (school holidays, Christmas/New Year, August bank holiday week). Most kennels in Uttlesford book out 3–6 months ahead of Christmas, so the cheapest options listed below are often the first to sell out. Boarding more than one dog? Many operators offer multi-dog discounts.
Dog boarding prices in Uttlesford, operator by operator
Of the 6 licensed operators in Uttlesford publishing a per-night rate, 0 are under £25, 5 sit between £25 and £40, and 1 is above £40. The lowest published rate is £25 (Exclusively Grey) and the highest is £49 (Bonny's Boarding).
| Operator | Type | Rating | From / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exclusively Grey | Kennels | — | £25 |
| 5 Star Boarding Kennels & Cattery | Kennels | — | £26 |
| Duck End Farm Kennels & Cattery | Kennels | — | £28 |
| Hotel 4 Hounds | Home boarding | — | £28 |
| Sighthound hotel | Home boarding | — | £35 |
| Bonny's Boarding | Home boarding | — | £49 |
Lowest published per-night rate for one dog, sourced from each operator’s own website. Kennel rate shown where available, otherwise home boarding.
Boarding kennels vs home boarding vs day care in Uttlesford
Uttlesford has 5 licensed boarding kennels, 5 licensed home boarders, and 2 day care providers. Each model serves a different need.
- Boarding kennels — dogs are housed in dedicated runs with on-site staff. Best for fit, sociable dogs comfortable in a kennel environment. View 5 licensed kennels in Uttlesford →
- Home boarding — your dog stays in a licensed boarder’s home (max 3 dogs from 3 households). Typically £5–£15/night more than kennels but far less stressful for nervous or older dogs. View 5 home boarders in Uttlesford →
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Cheapest dog boarding in Uttlesford
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does dog boarding cost in Uttlesford?
- The median is £26 per night for kennel boarding, based on 3 council-licensed operators in Uttlesford who publish their rates. Prices range from £25 to £28.
- Is dog boarding cheaper or more expensive in Uttlesford than the rest of the UK?
- Uttlesford is around the UK national median. The UK national median across 2,174 licensed operators is £26 per night.
- How much does home boarding cost in Uttlesford?
- Home boarding (where your dog stays in a licensed boarder's home) is typically £5–£15 per night more than kennel rates in the same area. View our home boarders in Uttlesford for current published prices.
- Are these prices verified?
- Yes. Every price is sourced from each operator's own published website with the observation date noted on their profile. We don't accept operator-submitted rates without a verifiable source. See our methodology for details.