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A couple walking with their dogs in the gardens at Tredegar House, Newport, Wales
A couple walking with their dogs in the gardens at Tredegar House, Newport, Wales | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Dog-friendly places to visit

With parks, woods, moors and miles of coastline to discover, find a dog-friendly place that both you and your dog can explore. You can also learn about how we’re welcoming dogs to the places in our care.

Plan a dog-friendly visit

Visiting with your dog 

If you’re bringing your dog(s) to the places we care for, you'll find information on our Canine Code and pawprint rating system, created in partnership with Forthglade, to help plan your visit.

A spaniel with a hearing dogs harness on walking on a lead next to a human inside a hall

Best walks with dog-friendly cafés 

Rest and refuel after getting out in nature with your dog. Here's a selection of the best walks with dog-friendly cafés at places we look after.

Visitors with a dog sat outside the café at Basildon Park, Berkshire

How we're working with Forthglade for dog-friendly visits 

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.

A dog on the lawn with dog treats from the Forthglade range at Ickworth House, Suffolk

Pooch Passports 

If you’re planning a visit with your dog or dogs, why not pick up a Pooch Passport on your next walk? Find out more about the scheme and discover dog-friendly places to explore together.

Visitors walking with their dogs in the grounds at Basildon Park, Berkshire

Find a dog-friendly place to visit

    Visitors exploring the sand dunes and the woodland at Formby, Liverpool

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