Client Overview
Home Farm Fields, which is tucked away in the centre of Stafford, was established with the specific goal of giving dogs a safe, secure, and stimulating outdoor environment where they can run around and enjoy nature. The venue, which features two large 6-acre fields called "Run Wild" and "Be Free," was created especially with dog happiness in mind. Each field is designed to provide dogs with the exercise and stimulation they require, including agility equipment and expansive play areas.
Home Farm Fields stands out for its innovative private pitch rental idea, which enables dog owners to reserve special access online and obtain automated entry through a secure gate system.
Project Scope & Objectives
As a brand-new business, Home Farm Fields required a completely new website that would:
- Automate the booking process to streamline customer access.
- Provide a seamless user experience for dog owners wanting to book a slot quickly.
- Integrate a secure payment system to manage transactions effortlessly.
- Automate gate access through a unique digital code system.
Challenges & Pain Points
Since this was a new business launch, there was no existing website or system in place. The primary challenge was to build an end-to-end automated booking process that would:
- Eliminate the need for manual bookings.
- Automate gate access via unique codes.
- Provide a secure and easy-to-use payment system.
Our Approach
We approached the project from the perspective of a dog owner—ensuring that booking a session was as fast and hassle-free as possible. The key objectives were:
- Intuitive online booking system – Customers can choose a date and time via an interactive calendar.
- Integrated payment solution – Stripe was implemented for secure, seamless transactions.
- Automated gate access – Upon booking, users receive a unique access code via SMS and email, enabling them to open the electronic gate during their reserved time slot.
- Fully bespoke design & CMS – The website was crafted to reflect Home Farm Fields’ branding and includes a custom content management system (CMS) for easy updates.
Outcome & Results
The response has been overwhelmingly positive, with hundreds of daily bookings, far exceeding the client’s expectations. The website has enabled complete automation of field bookings, allowing the business to run efficiently without manual intervention.
Client Testimonial
"Richard and the team have been fantastic in redesigning a website and eCommerce platform for my business. Patient, flexible, informative and responsive. After care and follow up has also been first class. I could not be more pleased with our finished product."
