The Coakham Bloodhounds are one of the oldest Bloodhound packs in the UK, and they hunt over a wide area in Kent and Sussex. They have been hunting "the cleanboot" since they were founded in the 1970s.  This means the hounds follow the natural scent of human runners who set off ahead of the pack - no other scent is used (whether animal or synthetic) and there is no killing involved - the runners just get licked at the end of each hunt.  

 

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COAKHAM BLOODHOUNDS HUNT BALL 2025
Saturday 17th May
East Sussex National Hotel
 
A great way to celebrate the season and support our fabulous bloodhounds.  Gather your friends and family together to make a table of 10 and get a discount.  Book on the link below:

COAKHAM BLOODHOUNDS BEACH RIDE 2025

BOOKING NOW OPEN

 
Please arrive no earlier than 4.30pm and be ready to head to the beach at 5.30pm (low tide is 6pm).  Please keep a look out for any updates on FB, WhatsApp or via our own APP.

Coakham Bloodhounds Spring Ride 2025

at Barons Grange, Iden, Rye, East Sussex

There are two options of distances, one around 6 miles the other approximately 9 miles. The ride will be across open farmland, river banks and through beautiful fruit orchards. The route is over flat ground, with marshals at gates and road crossings where needed.
 

This ride has allocated half-hour segments, so you will aim to arrive approximately 20-30 minutes before your start time, and then you can enjoy the ride as an individual or as a group. If you are a solo rider wanting to ride with others, there are always friendly riders who don't mind you joining in with them.

 

There are various jumps along both routes, and they vary in size, so there is something for everyone, and all are optional.
 
There will be food and drinks available at the start and finish line, so don't forget some cash.   Some amazing cakes, plus the regulars.. burgers, bacon rolls etc.
Quarry Supper - Saturday, 26th April 2025
Bodle Street Green Village Hall
 
The perfect way to thank our superb runners without whom we wouldn't have the fun we do. There will also be the presentation of the Fallers Club and the Tuna Fish Award!  Tickets are £20 per person which includes food but please bring your own drink (and glasses).  
 

COAKHAM BLOODHOUNDS SUMMER RIDE 2025

at Underriver, Sevenoaks, Kent

SAVE THE DATE: 27TH JULY

More details coming soon

Sponsor a Coakham Bloodhound

 

Actress and her friends are very hungry hounds!  She is hoping one of her famous Coakham Supporters will sponsor her for the 2022-2023 season and significantly help towards her food bill. 


Sponsorship is £250 and only one person/family can sponsor each hound - first come, first served.


View the hounds here, together with details of how to apply to sponsor: https://form.jotform.com/suzyfpress/coakham-bloodhounds

 

As a sponsor you will receive:

 

  • A personalised and professionally printed Certificate of Appreciation, featuring your hound suitable for framing - photo by Nigel Goddard.
  • An opportunity to visit the kennels to cuddle your hound.
  • Bragging rights every time your hound is featured throughout the season.
  • Free unlimited Hi-Res digital images of your hound throughout the season from ARW Photography.
  • Entry into Sponsors Only prize draws throughout the season with a chance to win a full hunting subscription for the 2023-2024 season.

The Coakham Bloodhounds are one of the oldest Bloodhound packs in the UK, and they hunt over a wide area in Kent and Sussex. They hunt "the cleanboot" (ie the unadulterated human scent left by a man or woman running ahead of the pack). Hunting with a pack of bloodhounds is one of the least artificial method of hunting organised quarry, and, whereas a fox will run freely, a human quarry can make more effective use of the increasingly urbanised countryside. The hounds hunt by scent alone, unlike many other breeds of hounds that hunt by sight.

First Time Out?

Read our First Time Out Guide to help make your first hunt with the Coakham Bloodhounds both enjoyable and safe. 

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