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Dog walkers at Scotney Castle, Kent
Dog walkers at Scotney Castle | © National Trust Images/Sam Milling

Dog-friendly places in Kent

Canine companions are welcome across lots of the countryside and special places we look after in Kent. Here are some of these beautiful spots for you and your dog to explore.

Dog-friendly gardens in Kent

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Knole 

Knole is a two pawprint rated place, with acres of parkland to enjoy with your dog. Here's what you need to know before you set off.

A small white dog is investigating flower beds in a formal garden, with an arch of purple-flowered wisteria above it
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Chartwell 

Chartwell is a three pawprint rated place. Bring your four-legged friend along on a short lead for a stroll around the garden or go for a roam in the woods. Find out more about where you can and can't take your dog.

Visitors with a dog enjoying an autumnal walk on the estate at Wallington, Northumberland
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Sissinghurst Castle Garden 

Sissinghurst Castle Garden is a one pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome so you can feel at ease when strolling through the estate. Here's some useful information to help you enjoy your walk.

Six small white dogs, led by two people, Blenheim Palace Oxfordshire
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Scotney Castle 

Whether you're enjoying a walk through the estate together, soaking up the beauty of the formal garden or popping in for a cuppa, here's everything you need to know about bringing your dog to Scotney Castle, a 3 paw print National Trust place.

Dog walking in bluebell woodland at Hatchlands Park, Surrey
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Emmetts Garden 

Emmetts Garden is a three pawprint rated place. Share a stroll around Emmetts Garden with your dog. Allowed in all areas of the gardens, there’s no better place for them to spend a day.

Visitors walking in the parkland with their dog at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire
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Ightham Mote 

Ightham Mote is a one pawprint rated place. With so much space to explore your four-legged friend won’t be bored on a day out at Ightham Mote. Find out where they can go and what facilities are available on your visit.

Dog walking in the garden at Dunster Castle, Somerset
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Quebec House 

Quebec House is a one pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome to stroll around the garden with you and enjoy a dog-eye view of the flower borders. Why not try a walk from nearby Chartwell to stretch their legs first?

Dog-friendly countryside in Kent

Visitor with dog at the Northumberland Coast, Northumberland
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White Cliffs of Dover 

The White Cliffs of Dover and South Foreland Lighthouse are two pawprint-rated places. Find out about bringing your dog to the Cliffs and the Lighthouse, and what to watch out for to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable visit.

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Toys Hill 

You and your four-legged friend will be spoilt for choice at Toys Hill. There are plenty of routes to choose from, and some historical points of interest to discover.

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    View across the lake towards Scotney Castle, Kent

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