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Dog Days Out - Beaches
 
Scotlands Beaches - East Coast 

In Scotland we encourage responsible access to most areas of the country, including beaches.
All our award beaches will have areas near by, or zoned where dogs are allowed, as long as their owners keep them under control (not to scare small children, or eat people's sandwiches....), and they pick up their pets feaces and dispose of them appropriately.
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Dog Days Out - Beaches - Dorset
 
Studland Beach in Dorset - National Trust 

Studland Beach in Dorset is a wonderful place for dogs and owners to relax and have fun. There are three and a half miles of beach and plenty of dunes to explore.

Dogs are welcome at Studland but, for the enjoyment of others, restrictions are in place at certain times of year.
******* PLEASE NOTE: There is a Naturist area at Knoll Beach. *******

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Dog Days Out - Beaches
 
National Trust - Beach Walks with your Dog! 

Many of the National Trust beaches welcome dogs all year round. There are also a small number of beaches where there are restrictions in place during busy, or sensitive seasons for breeding wildlife.

The website link below links to The National Trust beach guide and gives full details of seasonal dog restrictions.

PLEASE: be a responsible dog owner at all times and remove any dog waste and place it in the bin.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cornwall
 
Godolphin, Helston - National Trust 

Wander around the 16th century garden, one of the most important historic gardens in Europe. It has barely changed over the years.

Take a leisurely stroll around the lush estate you may discover the Leeds engine house and stack, the remains of the Godolphin family mine.

Disappear into the tranquil and mysterious woodland, where the years of mining have left an unnatural, undulating landscape.

Dogs on leads allowed. Pushchairs admitted to estate and garden.  
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Norfolk
 
Bacton Woods - Forestry Commission 

There are three waymarked trails denoted by colour routed posts. Dogs on leads are welcome.

The Forestry Commission are trying to encourage people to use 'stick and flick' in the forest, If your dog fouls the path in the forest please use a stick to remove the waste from the path into the undergrowth where it can break down naturally. If your dog fouls near the information centre, carparks or other sensitive areas we ask you pick up the waste and use the normal waste bins providedweb: visit website
Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - North Yorkshire
 
North York Moors National Park 

Walking with your dog. The countryside is a great place to take your dog for a walk.

Be a responsible owner and make sure your dog is always a welcome visitor to the North York Moors.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Nottinghamshire
 
Clumber Park - National Trust 

Worksop, Nottinghamshire. 01909 476592 Extensive and varied area of parkland and woods. Dogs more than welcome in the Park and provisions provided. Dog owners are kindly asked to take responsibility for the disposal of their own dog waste.   
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Dog Days Out - Something Different! - Devon
 
Donkey Sanctuary 

Sidmouth, Devon 01395 578222 The Donkey Sanctuary is open 365 days a year from 9.00 a.m. until dusk. Admission and parking are free. We consider that being a charity dependent on the support of the public, visitors should be able to see our work, free of charge.
Dogs welcome but please keep them on a lead.  
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cornwall
 
Pencarrow 

Bodmin, Cornwall 01208 841369 We ask that dogs are kept on a lead around the immediate vicinity of the house and Peacock Cafe. However, once you are approaching the woodland walks, pease do let your dogs off the lead for a good run.  
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Dog Days Out - Off Lead Walkies! - Cornwall
 
Trelissick Garden - National Trust 

Although dogs can't go into the garden (except assistance dogs), the estate has miles of woodland walks and open parkland for you and your dog to enjoy. Car park charge. Please clear up dog waste and dispose of it sensibly.
  
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cornwall
 
Caerhays Castle & Gardens 

Gorran, Cornwall 01872 501310

The gardens are open to the public normally from February to the beginning of June, due to the gardens being a spectacular spring garden. There are structured walks around the garden giving views over the Estate and grounds, the lake, and out to sea. Dogs are welcome in the gardens on leads.
  
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Dog Days Out - Museums - East Sussex
 
Newhaven Fort 

Newhaven, East Sussex 01273 517622

An exciting and varied day out awaits you at this award winning attraction. Discover what soldiers' living conditions were like, sit through an air-raid, climb up to the huge gun emplacements or down to vast echoing tunnels built in the cliffs. Dogs on leads are welcome.  
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds
 
Walkies in the Woods: a ruff guide! 

All you need to know about walking your dog on Forestry Commission Land: Walkies in the Woods focuses on the physical and mental health benefits of dog walking as part of the Active Woods campaign to promote the healthy living opportunities offered by woodlands.

It is estimated that a dog accompanies at least one third of visitors to the countryside. Through the Walkies in the Woods promotion, Forestry Commission England, supported by the Kennel Club, wants to ensure that dogs and their owners experience healthy, responsible and above all enjoyable woodland visits.
To read more about how you, and your dog, can enjoy The Forestry Commission forests and woodlands see their website
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Eating Out - Cafes & Restaurants - Cornwall
 
The Hidden Hut - Porthcurnick Beach - Cornwall 

Both the beach and the hut are family and dog friendly. The bay is known for its safe, calm waters. There are free public toilet facilities on site.

Dogs are allowed on the beach all day, all year round.

Open March – Oct. 10am – 5pm. 7 days a week.

We are called The Hidden Hut for a reason. Finding us may turn into a small adventure…but be please be assured that the secluded location is well worth it.   
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Dog Days Out - Something Different! - Kent
 
Canterbury Punting Company 

A river tour along the Stour in one of our boats is one of the ‘things to do’ when you visit Canterbury. Escape the busy pavements and lay back into the cushions, meander down the river and see the City as you never could on foot.

Listen to historic Canterbury’s rich and fascinating story as you sip champagne and view Medieval buildings, enjoying the peace and tranquillity of one of Canterbury’s most popular visitor attractions.

Dogs go free!
  
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cornwall
 
Trebah Gardens 

Cornwall 01326 250448 Dogs are welcome in the garden and on the beach, all year round. On a lead at all times please.

Water bowls are available outside the Visitor Centre and we offer complimentary poop scoops to dog owners on arrival. There are 4 dog bins provided within the garden.
  
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Eating Out - Cafes & Restaurants - Gloucestershire
 
The Old Mill, River Cafe & Tearoom - Cotswolds 

"The Old Mill" situated in the picturesque award winning village of "Lower Slaughter" welcomes you to their River Cafe & Tearoom, where you can sit on the terrace with your Dogs and enjoy a little piece of "Heaven On Earth" Home Cooking at its Best. On arrival please quote "Dog Friendly
Britain" for a free dog biscuit welcome.  
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - North Yorkshire
 
The Yorkshire Arboretum, Kew and Castle Howard - York, YO60 7BY 

Tel: 01653 648598

Thousands of trees from around the world in a stunning 150 acre landscape of vistas, lakes & ponds.

Woodland walks • Café • Tours • Family activities • Events • Tree trails • Group visits • Outdoor education

Dogs are very welcome on leads throughout the arboretum, and off the lead in designated areas providing that they remain under control.

Dogs are not permitted inside the cafe, but are welcomed on the cafe terrace if well-behaved  
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rural location enclosed garden child friendly wi-fi vegetarian option
Dog Days Out - Something Different! - North Yorkshire
 
North Yorkshire Moors Railway - Pickering 

"Dogs are welcome on the trains but please keep them off the carriage seats. Bicycles are carried subject to space availability. A charge of £2 per dog/bicycle is applicable" Please check their website for full details.
Special events are held throughout the year, however, it may be advisable to make sure dogs are allowed at some events - i.e. Santa Specials, before you set out. Tel: 01751 472508 web: visit website
Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cornwall
 
The Lost Gardens of Heligan - Dogs Welcome All Year Round! 

Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome to the Gardens all year round!

Dogs are not permitted to enter the Heligan Tearoom, Shop or Plant Sales. However, there is a large undercover and well sheltered seating / eating area, next to the tearoom, where dogs are allowed to sit with you.
  
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