Dogs at our places

Dog-lovers and their pooches look no further. If you’re looking for fun things to do together, here’s all our dog-related content in one place.

Dog enjoying a stroll in the garden at Lyme, Cheshire

Visitors enjoying the view from Claife Viewing Station overlooking Windermere.

Best places for dog walking

Wondering where to take your dog next? Across coastlines and countryside, mountains and woodlands, we've got some fantastic locations and landscapes for you and your four-legged friends to explore and enjoy. Get some tips too to make the most of your walk.

Two dogs outside the Guardian's entrance to The Workhouse

What your dog can expect

We're as mad about dogs as you are and many of our places provide facilities for you and your dog, such as shady parking spaces, water for drinking bowls and hitching posts where dogs may be left.

Heathland flora in the New Forest, Hampshire

Ticks and Lyme disease

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread to humans by infected ticks. Ticks are tiny spider-like creatures found in woodland and heath areas. Find out what to do if you're worried about ticks or Lyme disease.

Dogs in the garden of a holiday cottage on the Holnicote Estate

Dog-friendly holiday cottages

Our holiday cottages are set in amazing locations that are perfect for exploring the great outdoors, and with over 160 dog-friendly cottages to choose from you can bring your four-legged friend along on the adventure.

Find a dog-friendly break

Dog peering through bridge at Sheffield Park East Sussex — A dog enjoying the view at Sheffield Park and Garden

Dog accessories

Get organised for your next outdoor adventure with our range of dog accessories. From glow in the dark collars, to leads and chew toys, we'll make sure everyone is ready for your next outing.

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Waggy tails welcome

Lanhydrock, Cornwall

Hints and tips for the best ways to take your dog for a walk around the Lanhydrock countryside.

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Visiting Montacute House with your dog

Montacute House, Somerset

You are welcome to enjoy the garden and parkland with your dogs at Montacute House throughout the season. Here are some useful things to know when bringing your dog to Montacute, and our favourite walking routes.

Visitors dog-walking at Ickworth, Suffolk

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Visiting Kingston Lacy with your dog

Kingston Lacy, Dorset

You are welcome to bring your four-legged friends to Kingston Lacy in Dorset and we have plenty of walks around the estate for you to enjoy.

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Visiting Wicken Fen with your dog

Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire

Enjoy visiting Wicken Fen with your dog. We welcome all dogs and their humans. To make sure that everyone has an enjoyable visit, we have put together some tips and access information.

Explore one of Cornwall's many subtropical gardens this summer

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Peaceful summer walks at Cotehele

Cotehele, Cornwall

Cotehele’s colourful garden and woodlands are full of birds and wildlife; there are 1,300 acres to cover at this calm oasis, so come along and get ready to explore.

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Walking with your dog at Alderley Edge and around Cheshire

Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside, Cheshire

Please read this guide to help you to keep yourselves, your dogs, livestock, wildlife and the environment safe, when you are walking at the Cheshire and Wirral countryside places. Please keep your dog under close control at all times - thank you for your cooperation.

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Bringing your dog to Speke Hall

Speke Hall, Liverpool

Planning on bringing your dog to Speke Hall? Dogs on leads are more than welcome in most areas of our grounds, but there are a few things you need to know.

Friends on a winter walk at Nostell, near Wakefield

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Good to know: planning your visit to Nostell

Nostell, West Yorkshire

You no longer need to book in advance to visit Nostell. This article contains top tips for a day out with us, from access and facilities to the latest safety information.

Staff dog Max loves his walks at Charlecote Park

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Visiting Charlecote Park with your dog

Charlecote Park, Warwickshire

Find out more about dog-walking at Charlecote. The parkland is open from 9am so you can enjoy a quieter stroll.

Dog walking at Cliveden Cocker Spaniel South Terrace

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Visiting Cliveden with your dog

Cliveden, Buckinghamshire

We welcome dogs across many areas of the estate, including dogs on leads in most formal areas and outside our catering facilities. Remember to always pick up your dog’s waste and leave Cliveden as beautiful as when you arrived.

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Bring your dog to Dunster Castle

Dunster Castle and Watermill, Somerset

Where can our four-legged friends sniff out some treasure (or doggy ice cream) at Dunster Castle? With parkland, the river garden, south terrace and the Keep to explore with your dogs, there's lots for four-legged friends to see.