
Discover more at The Argory
Find out when The Argory is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Your four-legged friends are welcome at The Argory, with plenty of sights and smells to explore around the estate, as well as a dedicated play area.
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.
The Argory is a two pawprint rated place.
Dogs are welcome here, but must be kept on a lead and 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.
The Argory has a dedicated dog exercise area. If you walk towards the jetty and turn left along the path alongside the River Blackwater, you will find the dog exercise area at the end of this trail.
Dogs can run freely here. We do ask that you keep an eye on your dog and are conscious of other dogs and their owners that may be in the area. We also ask that you clean up after your dog if they foul in the area. Ensure that you close the gate behind you when entering the dog exercise area.
Dogs are not allowed to run freely around the grounds. They cannot go inside the house and are not currently permitted in the cafe, with the exception of assistance dogs. Water bowls are located in the courtyard and toilet block, and sheltered outdoor seating is available if you are visiting the café with your dog.
We may be able to help. Ask a member of staff at our welcome area if you have forgotten your dog’s lead. We may be able to offer you a spare. Please be aware leads may not always be available.
Dogs can get a refreshing drink of water in the following places:
Help us to keep The Argory a clean place for all our visitors to enjoy.
We’ve worked with our partner Forthglade to come up with this Canine Code, which helps to make sure everyone can enjoy their day:
Our definition of close or effective control is:
Find out when The Argory 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.
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If you’re bringing your dog to the places we care for, here’s information on the Canine Code and pawprint rating system to plan your visit.
After a good dog walk in the fresh air, find a place to sit and relax with your dog in a dog-friendly café.
We've partnered with natural pet food maker Forthglade to create the Dogs Welcome project, helping you and your dog to get the most out of the places in our care.
Treat yourself to a delicious snack or lunch in the Courtyard Coffee Shop and browse the second-hand books at the Blackwater bookshop. Visit 'The Coach House Collective' artisan pop-up shop, supporting local artists at The Argory.
Discover all The Argory has to offer, from exploring the house to seasonal highlights in the garden.
With water bowls, hitching posts and plenty of ground to cover, the places in our care aren't just for history-loving hounds. The sandy beaches and woodland trails on offer are a dog-walker's dream. From dog exercise areas to dog-friendly accommodation, discover a slice of canine heaven when visiting with your four-legged friend.