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A light-coloured dog runs towards the camera, with its owners standing behind, with grassy hills and woodland, in the summer, at Bramshaw Commons and Foxbury, Hampshire
Dog walking at Bramshaw Commons and Foxbury, Hampshire | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Dog-friendly places in Hampshire

Dogs are welcome at a wealth of places in Hampshire, from more formal gardens and expansive estates, to parkland and wanders across the commons, woodland and heath of the New Forest.

Places to walk your dog in Hampshire

Mottisfont 

Mottisfont is a two pawprint rated place. Dogs on a short lead are welcome to explore most of the garden.

A small white dog walking on a muddy path

The Vyne 

The Vyne is a three pawprint rated place. Find out about bringing your dog to The Vyne where you can explore the gardens together.

A close up of a panting dog sat down and being stroked by its owners, taken in the garden at Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Worcestershire

Hinton Ampner 

Hinton Ampner is a two pawprint rated place. Discover more about getting the most out of your visit with your dog, where they can explore and things to consider when you are on the estate.

Dog on a lead at Nostell Priory in West Yorkshire

Ludshott Common 

Everything you need to know to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable visit with your dog, including which times of year the law says they must be kept on a lead.

Close-up view of a brown and white dog, held on a lead, with fallen leaves on the ground, at Clent Hills, Worcestershire

The New Forest 

New Forest Northern Commons is a one pawprint rated place. Find out more about where your dog can accompany you on a walk through the New Forest.

A brown and white curly-haired dog sits on grass with some autumn leaves, with the blue jacket of its owner in the foreground

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