Dog-Friendly Activities in the United Kingdom

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in the United Kingdom, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Pet Friendly Vault Beach
Vault Beach Vault Beach in Saint Austell is dog-friendly. This sheltered beach is surrounded by calm sea, ideal for a doggy paddle. A 15 minute walk along the coastal path from the Vault Beach Car Park will lead you to this scenic seaside spot. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details
Pet Friendly St. James's Park
St. James's Park With its royal, political and literary associations, St James's Park is at the very heart of London and covers 23 hectares (58 acres) with a lake harboring ducks, geese, and pelicans. St James's is also home to the Mall, the setting for many ceremonial parades and events of national celebration. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the Memorial Gardens (in front of Buckingham Palace) or in the fenced-off grass area around the perimeter of the lake. Dogs must be leashed on the footpath around the perimeter of the lake and on the Horse Guards Parade Ground. During the spring and summer, you and Fido can watch the changing of the guard in the open area in front of Buckingham Palace at 11:30 A.M. each morning (weather permitting). See Details
Meg K9 Paddock Meg K9 Paddock is a secure 1-acre dog park available for private hire in Lincoln, UK. The site can be reserved in 30 minute increments for a nominal fee. The paddock is lighted and is open year-round. Water is provided and waste bags are available. See Details
Lake District National Park Lake District National Park is pet-friendly. Discover the North West’s natural beauty during an expedition around the Lake District in Cumbria. England’s largest national park is home to 16 lakes, some of which can be seen from pet-friendly loop trails like Catbells Lakeland Walk and The Old Man of Coniston Circular. Get out on the country’s largest lake with Windermere Lake Cruises or discover Coniston Water with the National Trust - Steam Yacht Gondola. See Details
Greenwich Park Covering 74 hectares (183 acres), Greenwich is the oldest Royal Park and home to a small herd of Fallow and Red deer. Situated on top of a hill, visitors enjoy sweeping views across the River Thames to St Paul's Cathedral and beyond. The park is part of the Greenwich World Heritage Site, host to the Prime Meridian Line and the old Royal Observatory, as well as having the National Maritime Museum as a neighbour. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the Flower and Rose Gardens or Wilderness Deer Park. See Details
Cedars Park Cedars Park is a historic public park originally the site of Theobalds Palace in Waltham Cross, England. The park has paved walking trails where dogs are welcome and dog water bowls are scattered throughout the park. See Details
The Settle - Carlisle Railway The Settle - Carlisle Railway is a pet-friendly train through the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbrian Fells in the north of England. It's part of the UK rail network, so prices remain affordable for dogs and their owners. There are lots of lovely little stops along the way, which includes the highest train station in the whole country. There are an average of eight trains a day between Settle and Carlisle, starting at 6:21am and ending at 7:52pm. Pets ride for free and human tickets start at £10. Pets ride for free and human tickets start at £10. See Details
Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, a Lake District icon, is pet-friendly. During the forty minute ride, you'll journey from Ravenglass, through the nature reserves of the estuary, and ascend through ancient woodlands toward the foothills of England’s highest mountains, ending in Dalegarth. Leashed dogs are welcome to travel on the railway for a small charge. Dogs are allowed in some buildings, but certain events are off limits, so guests should check the Railway's event page for more details. There are water bowls on either end of the line and pups receive a welcome pack. See Details
The Potter Trail The Potter Trail is pet-friendly. Calling all Dobbies and Hedwigs to enjoy the original, award-winning magical tour of Edinburgh. You’ll discover the mystical locations that inspired characters and scenes in the series and have the chance to visit where JK Rowling wrote the books. The tour is free, this is no trick, but you will be asked to leave a donation at the end if you think the spellbinding tales were worth it. Tours last 1.5 hrs from start to finish. There are also private tours available. See Details
West Highland Way West Highland Way is dog-friendly. One of Scotland's best loved long distance walking routes, it's the perfect place to take Fido for a walk. The trail stretches 96 miles from Milngavie, north of Glasgow, to Fort William in the Scottish Highlands, but you can choose your route. See Details
Altrincham Market Altrincham Market is dog-friendly! Dog owners are welcome to bring their leashed furry-friends to explore the outdoor covered market. The Market sells high quality produce, made, grown, sourced or owned by people in the north west of England. Altrincham Market is open Tuesday from 8am to 4pm, Thursday from 8am to 3pm, Friday and Saturday from 8am to 4pm, and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. The Market also features an indoor food hall, outdoor seating, and food pods—hours for these attractions can be found on its official website. See Details
Sandymouth Bay Beach Sandymouth Bay Beach is pet-friendly. This National Trust beach is an awesome place to visit when the tide is out. At low tide you can walk the 2 miles from Crooklets Beach to Sandymouth along the beach. Dogs are allowed on the beach, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Gwithian Towans Beach Gwithian Beach is pet-friendly. Windsurfers love this spot, as well as visitors flying kites. Dogs are welcome on this beach except between May 1 to September 30 from 8am to 7pm. The seasonal dog ban is in place between Ceres Rock and Red River. This boundary has been adjusted following the collapse of the steps at St Peters Point which left the area where dogs were allowed inaccessible. See Details
Kennack Sands Kennack Sands is pet-friendly. Located near the village of Kuggar on the Lizard peninsula, this area split into two beaches with some grassy areas, perfect for dogs to go to the bathroom before getting on the beach. Dogs are welcome off-leash on the beach from September 30 through Easter Sunday. You can also bring your pooch onto the beach during peak season from 7pm to 7am. See Details
Fyne Ales Fyne Ales is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome to join you throughout the property. You can take your four-legged friend on a tour of this family-owned brewery at the head of Loch Fyne in Argyll. Your dog can enjoy the full brewing experience, with dog beer and dog biscuits for sale, made from spent grain. Their human beers include pale ale, traditional amber, blondes, and a number of other seasonal beers. They also host a yearly pet-friendly festival, too! Fyne Ales is open every day of the week from 10am to 6pm. See Details
Ducie Street Warehouse Ducie Street Warehouse is a dog-friendly cinema and lounge in Manchester, UK. Your friendly dog is welcome to join you at the world's first dog-friendly cinema, inside at the bar or for Monday 'Pawpcorn' viewings. On Pawpcorn nights, pets are welcome to join you in the cinema for free. During these weekly events, dog-centric films are shown, with quieter sound to accommodate to canine sensitivities with hearing. Don't forget to check out their carefully crafted menu, featuring meals like lobster macaroni cheese, the Vegan Full English plate, or their prosciutto ham eggs benedict. See Details
Crantock Beach Crantock Beach is pet-friendly. Explore these gold sands and dunes with your pooch by your side. There are trash cans at the car park for you to dispose of waste. A bowl of clean water and free bags are available when the car parks are manned. Adders can be common in the dunes, although rarely seen. They are poisonous and can give your dog a nasty bite. If your dog is bitten, please seek immediate veterinary attention. See Details
Greyfriars Bobby Greyfriars Bobby is a monument in Edinburgh. This monument stands in recognition of Bobby, a Skye Terrier who kept a night watchman company in the capital city of Scotland. When his owner died, Bobby remained at his grave through rain and shine. This endeared him to the locals and the statue was built to commemorate his loyal act and our connection with the canine kind. See Details
Drumlanrig Castle Drumlanrig Castle is pet-friendly. Dogs are also welcome on a leash to join you around the castle grounds. Make sure you keep Fido close by because of the red squirrels that are residents of the surrounding area. Wander around the beautiful Victorian gardens and stick to the woodland walks. There are a range of walks on offer, both led by rangers and that you can do solo, in the 90,000 acre estate. There are several way-marked trails that follow the original paths built during the Victorian era. Drumlanrig Castle is open every day of the week from 10am to 5pm. See Details
Hayle Towans Hayle Towans is pet-friendly. Towans means dunes in Cornish, so it's no surprise to find dunes here. Dogs are welcome off-leash on the beach from September 30 through May 1. During the rest of the year, dogs are still permitted on the beach, but only between the hours of 7pm to 8am between Hayle River and Black Cliffs. See Details
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