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Local dog training centre plans busy year of events

January 29, 2026
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Local dog training centre plans busy year of events

A long-established Warminster dog training business is going from strength to strength and has a packed programme of classes and events planned for the year ahead.

Charismatic Pets, based at 6 Woodcock Industrial Estate, is a dedicated training and behaviour centre offering more than 20 group sessions each week, alongside one-to-one training, workshops and specialist behaviour support.

“We have a series of workshops and community events coming up designed to help dogs and their owners build stronger bonds – and have plenty of fun in the process,” said owner Charis Vincent.

“I started Charismatic Pets in 2009 just running puppy classes out of a local village hall. We opened our centre in 2013 running multiple classes with an onsite pet shop. When Covid hit, I gained my clinical status as an animal behaviourist and we converted the centre into a dedicated full-time training and behaviour centre with an expanded shop offering carefully selected products.

“We haven’t looked back and now run 20+ group classes a week from puppy through to advanced and fun activities, multiple 1:1 classes, workshops, complex behaviour consultations and rehab sessions for dogs that need extra support.

“We have also increased the lines that we sell in our shop, with our revamped website soon to be launched too!

“Our passion is helping every dog and owner to live happy and fulfilled lives, having so much fun to bring out the best of every owner and dog relationship.

“Some of the highlights of our year are the fun dog shows which demo some of our activities, and one-off fun events, workshops and fun trials we host at our centre in Warminster.”

A number of events are planned for the coming months, including a Canine Crystal Maze on 31st January, featuring puzzle challenges, a crystal dome and treat-catching activities. The event is open to dogs of all ages, abilities and temperaments, with staff on hand to assist.

Further workshops planned include Paws In Balance which will focus on canine wellbeing, with talks from industry professionals, demonstrations and samples, a Puppy Social Workshop and a Paws in Balance Wellness afternoon, all focussing on how to ensure the best wellbeing for your dog.

“Our passion is helping every dog and owner to live a happy and fulfilled life,” added Charis. “We welcome new customers to pop in and visit us at our centre as the shop is open six days a week and the team are always around to answer training and behaviour questions too.”

Charismatic Pets is based at 6 Woodcock Industrial Estate, Warminster. More information is available at www.charismaticpets.co.uk or by calling 01985 511388.

Pictured: Charis and her dog Rigsy

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A special concert at the Athenaeum is set to bring an evening of varied and uplifting music to local audiences while raising funds for young musicians.

The concert will take place on Sunday 26th April. Proceeds will go towards the Brickhill Trust for Music, part of the Sheila Toomey Award, to support opportunities for young people in music. 

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Members of a local social group came together last month to celebrate 25 years of activity in Warminster.

Warminster u3a, a club for retired or semi-retired people, runs more than 40 interest groups, organised and led by members themselves.

Over 100 attendees enjoyed an open event to mark the group’s 25th anniversary. The event included cake, refreshments and performances from members of the Singing for Wellbeing group.

Visitors were able to meet representatives from the various groups and learn about the activities on offer. Two groups have been led by the same people for all 25 years: Margaret Moon, who runs Bookworms I, and Robert Wright, who leads Country Dancing.

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The event takes place over the weekend of Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April at the top field off Westbury Road, near the junction with The Hollow, BA13 4TT.

Event organiser Keith Miller described it as “a great day out for all the family.”

He said, “A short time ago we were able to enjoy the magnificent ploughing match on the opposite side of the road, and we are similarly looking forward to our event.

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Jamie and Melanie have been elected as Youth Councillors and Maebh as a deputy.

The students, in Year 10 and 11, joined other youth councillors last month to meet with council leaders, celebrate their appointments and begin planning the priorities they want to champion for young people in Wiltshire.

“We’re incredibly proud of the Kingdown students who took part in this year’s Wiltshire Youth Council Elections and represented our school at the Celebration Event recently,” said a spokesperson from Kingdown School. “Their energy, ideas and willingness to engage made the day truly inspiring.”

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Youth Councillors will meet regularly with councillors and cabinet members, review services affecting young people and communicate with their peers to ensure young people’s views are represented in local decision-making. 

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