A charity that re-homes unwanted dogs in Kent is calling on all Labradors and their owners in Kent to take part in a sponsored walk next month.

Labrador Rescue Kent and Borders (LRK) hopes to make the event the biggest official gathering of Labradors in Kent.

The world record for the largest single breed dog walk is 700 Labradors and was set in Poland in 2010.

“We know that there are many Labrador owners in Kent and would like to invite them to come and support us and perhaps make a record at the same time,” said LRK trustee Caroline Halford.

"Whilst we don't think we will be able to break the world record, we would like to set a county one instead," she added.

The walk, taking place at Bewl Water, on Saturday, May 16 promises to be fun for all humans and canines.

LRK is asking for people to come and walk their dogs around the 13 mile course from 9.30am.

Owners need to register on the LRK website at, a sponsorship form will then be emailed back to you.

Caroline added: “Most dog owners walk their dogs twice a day and probably clock up at least an hour of exercise. They tend to be a fit bunch so come and support us and help raise money for those pooches who through no fault of their own need to be re-homed.”

The Cranbrook and Tunbridge Wells offices of estate agency Savills is supporting the event.

Sarah Simmonds of the Cranbrook office said: "Savills is delighted to sponsor Labrador Rescue Kent, this is a very worthwhile cause which is close to our “paws"."