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Visitors with children walking through the forest at Killerton, Devon
Visitors with children walking through the forest | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Dog-friendly places in Devon

There are plenty of dog-friendly spots in Devon to keep tails wagging – from splashing all four paws in the sea to sniffing out doggy treasure on a woodland walk.

Top places to visit with your dog in Devon

Two people walking a dog in the rain. They are walking along a wooded path with a misty view behind them
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Castle Drogo 

There are plenty of walks to choose from around the Teign Gorge. Follow the Hunters Path to the river or wander the top of the gorge to take in incredible views across Dartmoor.

Two visitors walk through the garden at Greenway with their dog on a lead. The raised gravel path is sheltered by trees and down the hill the front of Greenway House can be seen through the trees.
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Greenway 

The dog-friendly one-mile walk around Greenway's garden is a great way to discover the Top Garden and its views over the River Dart.

A man stands with a large white retriever dog on the coast path, looking out to craggy cliffs and blue sea
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East Soar 

A great starting point for exploring the unspoilt coast between Bolt Head and Bolt Tail. Discover a stretch of coast made up of secluded sandy beaches and majestic ragged cliffs.

near Malborough, Devon

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A dog enjoying a winter walk in the grounds at Trelissick, Cornwall
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Arlington Court 

Dogs on leads are welcome in the Carriage Museum and garden at Arlington, and out on the wider estate there are over 20 miles of footpaths to explore.

Visitors walk their black pug dog through the autumn leaves
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Killerton 

Whether you're after a gentle stroll or a lengthy stomp with your dog, Killerton's estate has a walk for you.

A smiling visitor walks a black and white dog at Knightshayes in autumn
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Knightshayes 

The parkland at Knightshayes offers a circular route ideal for dog walking. It takes you through open fields and past some of the most special trees in the historic woodland.

Two large dogs on leads held by two people on a path at Lanhydrock, Cornwall, with grass and fallen autumn leaves beyond
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Buckland Abbey 

Buckland Abbey is a one pawprint rated place. There are plenty of dog-friendly walks through the woodland and countryside to explore and dogs are welcome to relax in the Ox Yard Café.

Family with two children and a dog on a short lead walking along the railway path in spring with wild garlic in flower, Lydford Gorge, Devon
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Lydford Gorge 

Lydford Gorge is a two pawprint rated place. Discover how to have a dog-friendly visit, including where to walk, what to be aware of and what facilities are available for your four-legged friend.

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    The South Front and lawn at Knightshayes on a sunny day

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