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Dog Friendly places to visit

Cornwall

Lost Gardens of Heligan
The Lost Gardens of Heligan
Pentewan, St.Austell
Cornwall
PL26 6EN

Telephone 01726 845100
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Heligan, seat of the Tremayne family for more than 400 years, is one of the most mysterious estates in England. At the end of the nineteenth century its thousand acres were at their zenith, but only a few years after the Great War of 1914 bramble and ivy were already drawing a green veil over this 'Sleeping Beauty'. Offering over 200 acres for exploration, from Victorian Productive Gardens and the surrounding Pleasure Grounds to a sub-tropical Jungle valley brimming with exotic foliage; woodland and farm walks through beautiful Cornish countryside, where sustainable management practices promote diverse habitats and a pioneering Wildlife Project
offering visitors a close-up view of native wildlife. Please visit: www.heligan.com or telephone 01726 845100 for dog policy information.
Open daily all year round (except Christmas eve and Christmas day)

Garden admission charges

Adult
Senior Citizen
Child (5-16)
Child (under 5)
Family (2 adults and
up to 3 children)

£10.00
 £9.00
£6.00
 Free
 £27.00

Lost Gardens of Heligan dog friendly places to visit

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Cumbria

Keswick Rugby Club
Keswick Rugby Club patio Keswick Rugby Club
Davidson Park,
Keswick
CA12 5EG
Telephone 017687 80186

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The home of Keswick Rugby Football Club is Davidson Park, set in a magnificent location with views of the Lake District fells and Skiddaw. The clubhouse is open to the general public so if you live in Keswick or you are holidaying at nearby hotels, guest houses, caravan parks and camp sites please feel free to pay us a visit.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the Main Street, we have a superb setting and stunning views towards Skiddaw. Sit in our recently created sun terrace in summer or enjoy a drink by our coal fires in winter. During the Rugby Season, you will find the Clubhouse open early in the morning serving hot drinks and breakfast to our many cold and hungry visitors. We have a full bar meal menu for lunch and during the summer, we hold barbeques on the patio.

Keswick is a major centre for tourism in the north lakes and this pretty market town offers a wide range of attractions for visitors.

Dog friendly Keswick Rugby Club

On the western edge of Keswick, with Derwent Water to the south, Davidson Park is within easy walking distance of the town centre


Ullswater Steamers
Ullswater Steamers
Glenridding Pier House
Glenridding
Cumbria CA11 0US

Telephone 017684 82229
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Ullswater Steamers

Ullswater runs a serpentine course in three reaches, with the might of Helvellyn crowning the head of the lake at 3117 ft.

Ullswater Steamers create the perfect opportunity to combine a cruise with some of the most famous and spectacular walks in the Lake District.

Lake cruises with a difference...Location


Ullswater Steamers, Cumbria
Currently we have four vessels operating lake cruises on Ullswater; Lady of the Lake originally launched in 1877 and Raven in 1889. Lady Dorothy joined us in 2001
and Lady Wakefield in 2007.

Ullswater Steamers, Lake District
Dogs are welcome onboard (there is a small charge)
and at the Pier Houses.

Ullswater Steamers is an award-winning Lake District attraction celebrating over 150 years sailing on England’s most beautiful lake.

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Devon

Dog friendly places to visit in Devon

Devon Association of Tourist Attractions

Telephone 01392 201227
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Devon is one of the UK's most attractive and diverse counties with two dramatic coastlines, lots of beautiful scenery including two areas of moorland on Dartmoor and Exmoor
and plenty of areas for the whole family to walk, including your dog. Whether it is a half-day visit or a weeks holiday one of Devon's top attractions will be able to provide entertainment for all the family come rain or shine.

Dog friendly places to visit in Devon  - Arlington Court
Visit historic villages like Clovelly and walk the cobbled streets
down to the harbour side or drop into some of the National Trust
properties like Castle Drogo, Arlington Court and Saltram House
where acres of rolling grounds are open for dog-walking,
followed by morning coffee or afternoon tea at one of
their cafés selling local produce.




Take your dog aboard one of the vessels at Stuart Line Cruises where you can view the Jurassic coast as your dog dreams of his latest escapade on the local beach.
Alternatively, you could always travel the steam train from Buckfastleigh down the River Dart with the South Devon Railway and amble around the historic town of Totnes.
Return to Buckfastleigh and make your way to Canonteign where you can stroll through the woodlands to the top of the highest falls in the UK.

Dog friendly places to visit in Devon


Once you have experienced the sights,
sounds and smells of Devon,
you won't want to go anywhere else
and neither will your dog!

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Essex

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There's so much more to the county of Essex...


Visit Essex
So for a relaxing and rejuvenating weekend away,
why not head to the Essex countryside and
recharge your batteries?

Walking in dog friendly Essex



Try a walk through Constable Country with its picturesque villages, rolling farmland, rivers, meadows and ancient woodlands
in The Dedham Vale and Stour Valley. Or if you're feeling particularly adventurous, why not treat yourself to a few days crossing the county from south-west to north-east on the Essex Way long-distance walk, which leads you through 81 miles of ancient woodlands, open farmland, tree-lined river valleys and leafy green lanes. ANd for walkers with an interest in all things maritime, we have coastal walks full of wonderful seascapes and history.

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Visit dog friendly Essex

Essex has a wide variety of great
dog friendly places to visit,
from vineyards to nature reserves...
from country parks to beautiful gardens

Country parks and open spaces can be found all over Essex and they offer a great variety of activities.

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Kent

Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest Bedgebury National Pinetum
and Forest

Goudhurst
Kent
TN17 2SL

Telephone: 01580 879820
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Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest is one of the South East's most popular and successful visitor attractions, and Bedgebury now has new all-ability scenic walking routes.
The National Pinetum at Bedgebury is the finest collection of conifers on one site in the world. The 300-acre Pinetum contains nearly 10,000 trees and shrubs from across five continents, many of them rare and endangered.
As well as playing an important scientific role in international conservation, the National Pinetum is a beautiful and tranquil place to walk, picnic and enjoy nature away from the stresses of everyday life.
Each season offers different experiences and delights: In winter, a light dusting of snow or a sharp frost transforms the Pinetum into a winter wonderland. Spring brings a kaleidoscope of azaleas, daffodils, rhododendrons and bluebells. In summer, the many giant specimens cast deep shadows and dappled shade, creating a cool oasis in the warmth of the sun. And autumn sees the fiery leaves and brilliant berries in sharp contrast to the background of rich green conifers.

Open every day except Christmas. 8am till dusk (8pm in summer)
The Pinetum may close in extreme weather.
Call 01580 879820 for information

Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest
Bedgebury is dog friendly,
but dogs must be
kept on leads in the Pinetum

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Herefordshire

Dog friendly Eastnor Castle
Eastnor Castle
Ledbury,
Herefordshire, HR8 1RL

Telephone 01531 633160
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Eastnor Castle is set in the dramatic setting of the Malvern Hills and surrounded by a beautiful deer park, arboretum and lake - is the home of the Hervey-Bathurst family. Besides being a fascinating visitor attraction, the Castle fulfils other roles as a venue for exclusive-use weddings, corporate entertainment, training and team building product launches and location filming. Business or private parties can also stay in the castle’s beautiful guest bedrooms.

There is much to interest visitors - both adults and children alike - in the grounds.

• Estate Life Photographic Exhibition
• Valley Lawn Picnic Area
• Knight's Maze and Children's Assault Course
• Adventure Playground
• Castle Terraces Overlooking Lake
• Lakeside and Woodland Walks
• Children's Fun Worksheets
• Castle Arboretum
• Gift Shop and Restaurant

See website for opening times and entrance costs

Dog friendly places to visit

Eastnor Castle prides itself on being one of the few stately homes to allow dogs into its grounds and house. If they are on a lead they are welcome to wander with you when you visit.
We even give every dog owner a FREE Eastnor Castle
Poop-a-Scoopa on arrival.

Dog friendly accommodation is available at Eastnor Castle
Peacock Villa and Golden Gate Lodge

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Gloucestershire


Dog friendly Stanway House Stanway House and Fountain
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL54 5PQ

Telephone 01386 584469
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One of Britain's most romantic Jacobean Manor Houses, Stanway was built of golden limestone in the days of Elizabeth I. Features of Stanway House include
the 14th century Tithe Barn, Jacobean Gatehouse, rooms full of unusual furniture and the sensation of being in a house that is thoroughly lived in.
Stanway House is surounded by 20 acres of gardens and landscaped grounds which contain an 18th century Pyramid, water mill, ice house, brewery, many exotic trees, a dog cemetery and glorious views.
The grounds are the setting for a 300ft single jet gravity fountain - the tallest fountain in Britain and the tallest gravity fountain in the world.

Opening Times

June, July & August
Tuesday and Thursday 2.00pm - 5.00pm
(House and Fountain)
Fountain plays
2.45pm - 3.15pm & 4.00pm - 4.30pm
Subject to drought and other adverse weather conditions

Stanwah High Fountain

For admission costs and further details
please visit the website.

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Somerset

Dog friendly Hestercombe Gardens, Somerset
Hestercombe Gardens
Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset TA2 8 LG

Telephone 01823 413923

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Hestercombe - full of surprises

Widely acknowledged as one of the ten most important historic gardens in Britain, Hestercombe is a unique combination of three distinctive gardens, designed over three centuries. Stroll through the restored Landscape Garden with temples, cascades and ponds - set in over forty acres of a wooded valley.
The Victorian Terrace and Shrubbery lead on to the world famous Formal Garden with architecture by Sir Edwin Lutyens complemented by Gertrude Jekyll's planting; arguable the finest example of their design collaboration. Enjoy breathtaking views across the Vale of Taunton.

We love your dogs......

Open daily except Christmas Day, 10 to 6 (last entry 5.30p.m.)
Outstanding visitor facilities
Easy access - minutes from Junction 25 off the M5 or Taunton town centre
Free entry to the Courtyard, Coffee Shop, Shop and Plant Centre
Groups welcome - discounts available
Free parking
Dogs welcome (on leads)


Hestercombe Gardens, Somerset


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Events and Attractions

The Travelling Dog

Going on holiday in the UK and travelling by road? Taking your dog with you? Use this simple guide to give you ideas where to stretch your legs away from the motorway or main road, with good eateries often nearby

www.thetravellingdog.co.uk


For ideas of inspirational days out, special offers and competitions, visit www.hants.gov.uk/culture-all
Dog friendly Hampshire - suggestions for days out in Hampshire with your four-legged friend.
www.visit-hampshire.co.uk
Carwinion: Cornwall's Bamboo Garden  Beautiful, tranquil gardens,
Refreshments and Plant nursery available to visitors.  
18th Century Beck Hall at Malham in North Yorkshire is happy to welcome you and your dog to its streamside tearoom.They serve cream tea's , snacks and meals. Click here for more information.
Achamore Gardens  Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust, Craft Workshops, Isle of Gigha.
Angus Garden  Barguillean, Taynuilt. Dogs on leads. All year round, dawn till dusk
Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway  Dogs are welcome at Exbury in the New Forest, on a short-lead. and free of charge on the Railway
Borde Hill Gardens, Park and Woodland. Haywards Heath, West Sussex
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Weald and Downland Open Air Museum. Set in 50 acres of beautiful Sussex countryside with a collection of historic buildings, period gardens, together with farm animals, woodland walks and a picturesque lake. www.wealddown.co.uk
The Tempest restaurant in Christchurch, Dorset. Dogs very welcome, they even have their own menu.
www.the-tempest.info
Beckett's is a small family run coffee shop serving delicious fairtrade coffee and snacks. Skinner Street, Whitby,
North Yorkshire.
Helmsley Walled Garden, N Yorkshire. A 5 acre walled garden set beneath Helmsley castle.
www.helmsleywalledgarden.org.uk
Beechgrove Doggy Fun Park. Fun agility course and 10 acre walk. email: bgrovestables@btconnect.com
The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth, Devon, is open 365 days a year from 9.00 a.m. until dusk. Admission and parking are free. Dogs should be kept on a lead www.donkeysanctuary.org.uk 01395 578222
The Old Mill Riverside Tearooms, Cotswolds. www.oldmill-lowerslaughter.com 01451 820052
Westonbirt - The National Arboretum, Gloucestershire. Together with their well-behaved companions,dogs can explore, off the lead, the sights and smells of Silk Wood, (which covers two thirds of the Arboretum), and the whole of The Downs area. www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt


Wellington Country Park
Wellington Country Park offers 350 acres of beautiful Hampshire countryside to explore, lakes, parkland, open spaces, mature deciduous and coniferous woods linked by nature trails, picnic sites and superb play areas and equipment. An ideal place to bring your family, we are open daily from February to November . Dogs welcome on a lead.
Further information from the website

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Guide Dogs Organisation
"Go Walkies" We’re inviting the public to organise a get together with friends, family, work colleagues or local community and raise money for Guide Dogs. For great fundraising ideas, visit the website and register on line to receive your fabulous fundraising pack, full of hints and tips, posters and invitations or call 0870 600 2323.
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Search on the OS Get A Map website for a walk in any area.

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Walkies inthe Woods

Walkies in the Woods focuses on the physical and mental health benefits of dog
walking as part of the Active Woods campaign to promote the healthy living opportunities offered by woodlands.
We, with support from the Kennel Club, want to ensure that dogs and their owners experience healthy, responsible and above all enjoyable woodland visits
Visit the website to find out more

Contact Paws For A Walk 01233 861337 info@pawsforawalk.co.uk

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