Visitors with their dog standing on Easter Gate Bridge, Marsden, Yorkshire. — Plan where to visit with your dog for a day out together | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Dog-friendly places in Yorkshire

We love dogs in Yorkshire. Whether you're planning a day out at a historic house or in the countryside, you and your canine companion will receive a warm welcome at lots of places across the region. See more about the National Trust's paw rating scheme to help you plan your visit.

Places given a three paw rating are the most dog-friendly. Dogs can go in many areas, including indoors for tea and a treat. There’ll be clearly signed dog zones and dog-friendly experiences.

A small dog on the lead standing at the beach

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Visiting the Yorkshire Coast with your dog

The coast is made for dog walking, see how to stay safe and where to visit by the seas.

Couple walk a brown and white dog on a lead on lush green grass with Fountains Abbey ruins in the background

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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden

At Fountains Abbey, there are plenty of places to discover and some lovely long walks to enjoy with your dog through the gardens, Abbey and deer park.

Family of three walking two dogs outside of the house at Beningbrough

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Beningbrough

Enjoy much of the formal garden with your dog – discover the walled garden pergola, double and south borders and the American garden, as well as miles of paths through the parkland.

Visitors walking their dogs in the garden at Sizergh, Cumbria

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Hardcastle Crags

There are over 15 miles of footpaths to discover at Hardcastle Crags with your dog. Have a short stroll through the woodland or a challenging hike up the valley.

A dog in woodland at Tyntesfield, Somerset

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Visiting Roseberry Topping with your dog

Roseberry Topping is a three pawprint place. Discover a great place for visitors and their dogs to enjoy together.

Close-up of a visitor holding their dog on a lead at the Vyne, Hampshire

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Visiting the Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping with your dog

Dogs on leads are welcome at the Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping. Find out useful info on exploring with your canine companion, plus guidance to ensure everyone enjoys their visit.

When a place has a two paw rating, it means dogs can go in some areas, but not everywhere. If there’s a food and drink outlet, you can have a cuppa with them, probably outside.

Dog enjoying a winter walk, in the grounds at Trelissick, Cornwall.

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Visiting Goddards with your dog

Bring your dog to Goddards for a great day out in one of York's finest gardens. Read some tips to help you get the most out of your visit. Goddards is a two pawprint rated place.

A dog on a lead sits patiently next to its owner with a bowl of water at Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire, Wales

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Visiting Ormesby Hall with your dog

Ormesby Hall is a two pawprint rated place. Dogs are welcome throughout the gardens, woodland walks and parkland. With acres to explore it’s a great place to share with your dog.

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Visiting Brimham Rocks with your dog

Discover why Brimham Rocks is such a great place to bring your dog and take a look at our top tips to help you make the most of your visit.

Visitors and their dog enjoy a walk on Lady Lucy's Avenue

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Visiting Wentworth Castle Gardens with your dog

Explore the gardens and parkland at Wentworth Castle Gardens with your dog. Afterwards, take a seat in the dog-friendly area inside the Long Barn Café, or sit outside if you prefer.

Dog on a lead at Nostell Priory in West Yorkshire

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Visiting Nostell with your dog

Choose your walk at Nostell, from a stroll around the Lower Lake to a challenging loop around the parkland. There's even a dog run area, to let your pooch run free off the lead.

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Visiting East Riddlesden Hall with your dog

The lower fields at East Riddlesden Hall are the perfect place to let your dog explore.

If you're stepping out into the countryside, you have miles of path networks to explore with your four-legged friend. Plan ahead for wildlife considerations and take provisions for everyone, as there are likely limited, or no facilities nearby.

A man walking with dogs on the Pennine Way

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Visiting the Yorkshire Dales with your dog

There are loads of options for walkies across the Yorkshire Dales – all of our walks have dog-friendly options, with miles of footpaths to explore, trees to sniff and grass to roll in.

Dog sitting in the grass next to its owner, on Marsden Moor, West Yorkshire

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Visiting Marsden Moor with your dog

Explore safely together with consideration for nesting birds at different times of year.

Two people walking a dog in the rain around the lakes at Prior Park Landscape Garden, Somerset

The National Trust and dogs

Plan a visit further afield including places to eat and stay. Find out more about the canine code and our paw rating to help you make the most of your days out together.

A group of four women along a path, in the background, down a hill is a reservoir

Walking in Yorkshire

Discover some of the best walks in Yorkshire, from rugged Pennine beauty spots, views over the coast, to parkland and meadows perfect for a family stroll. Most are dog friendly and many can be enjoyed as part of your day out to the nearest National Trust property.