Expect jaw-dropping dog displays, expert talks and celebrity appearances at next month’s DogFest at Knebworth House.

The Comet: DogFest will be held at Knebworth House on May 11 and 12. Picture: Nigel Kirby Photography.DogFest will be held at Knebworth House on May 11 and 12. Picture: Nigel Kirby Photography. (Image: Nigel Kirby Photography)

Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick and TV presenter Clare Balding have been confirmed as special guests for the Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 event.

There will be The Great Dog Walk – with 2km and 4km routes – a fun dog show, Big Dog Dig, paddling pools, doggy yoga, obedience training and agility courses.

The Comet: Noel Fitzpatrick will be a special guest when DogFest returns to Knebworth House in 2019. Picture: Dean Whiting.Noel Fitzpatrick will be a special guest when DogFest returns to Knebworth House in 2019. Picture: Dean Whiting. (Image: deanwhiting.com)

Head to the Activity Arena to watch dogs perform stunts in the grounds of the Hertfordshire stately home.

There will also be live music, street food, bars and a shopping village.

Advance tickets are £16.50 for adults, £10.50 for children aged six to 16 and free for children under six.

A family ticket of two adults and two children is £45.

Tickets on the door are £21.50 for adults and £16.25 for children aged six to 16. A family ticket is £58.50.

For more, visit dog-fest.co.uk.

For tickets, call 0871 220 0260.