Discover more at Knightshayes
Find out when Knightshayes is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
All dogs are welcome at Knightshayes – big and small, fluffy and short haired – and their well-behaved owners too. Here you'll find all the information you’ll need before visiting Knightshayes with your dog. We want everyone to have an enjoyable visit, so it’s also important to be aware of other visitors as some people are uncomfortable around even the friendliest dogs.
We’ve been working on making it easier for you to find out how dog-friendly your visit will be before you and your four-legged friend arrive. To help with this, we've created a new pawprint rating system and given all the places in our care a rating. You can find this information in the National Trust members’ handbook.
Knightshayes is a two pawprint rated place.
Dogs are welcome here, but facilities are limited. They’ll be able to stretch their legs in the car park and walk in the nearby open spaces, depending on the season. Read on to discover exactly where you can take your dog.
Dogs are welcome on short leads throughout the parkland and Impey Walk. We also welcome dogs into our reception, plant centre, shop, cafe and second-hand bookshop. (Normal admission applies, members free).
Between November 2024 and February 2025, dogs are welcome on short leads in the Formal & Woodland Garden too.
Dogs are not allowed in the house, kitchen garden or Douglas Fir Walk at any time. However, assistance dogs are welcome throughout.
We want everyone to have a fantastic time when they visit Knightshayes with their canine companions. To make sure we can continue welcoming dogs, we ask that visitors adhere to the Canine Code.
We’ve worked with our partner Forthglade to come up with this Canine Code, which helps to make sure everyone can enjoy their day:
Much of the time there's livestock grazing in the fields and at those times please ensure dogs are on a lead. We ask that you take special care during lambing and adhere to signage.
When not in a field with livestock, dogs are permitted off the lead when in an enclosed field or the Impey woods. Otherwise, dogs are to be kept on a lead in the parkland by the house, driveway and stables.
Our definition of close or effective control is:
Please help Knightshayes remain a beautiful place for all by being responsible and clearing up after your dog.
There are dog waste bins next to most pedestrian entrance and exit points on the estate and in both car parks. These are marked on the welcome map.
Find out when Knightshayes is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
We've partnered with natural pet food maker Forthglade so that you and your dog can get even more out of the special places we care for.
Discover the best places for a dog walk, from coastal adventures and dramatic mountains to more leisurely walks near you. Plus, find information on dog-friendly cafés and read our Canine Code.
If you’re bringing your dog(s) to the places we care for, you'll find information on our pawprint rating system and the Canine Code to help plan your visit.
Rest and refuel after enjoying a walk with your dog. Here's a selection of the best walks with dog-friendly cafés at places we look after.
We've partnered with natural pet food maker Forthglade to create the Dogs Welcome project, helping you and your dog(s) get the most out of the places in our care.
There are acres of parkland to discover at Knightshayes. It's a great place for the whole family to explore with room to roam with plenty of hidden corners to discover.
Step into the formal and woodland garden at Knightshayes in Tiverton, Devon, which is divided into eight separate areas plus a walled kitchen garden.
Grab a bite to eat and drink in the Stables Café, or browse the range of goods in our shop. You'll find all the details here.
There are plenty of dog-friendly spots to keep tails wagging in Devon. Your dog can enjoy splashing with all four paws in the sea or sniffing out treasure on a woodland walk.