- You should confirm that individual venues still welcome dogs and meet your requirements
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cornwall
Lanhydrock Respryn ramble, nr Bodmin - National Trust
A short, approx one mile, circular walk from Respryn car park, which takes in fantastic scenery along the River Fowey, and through semi-natural ancient woodland on the National Trust's Lanhydrock estate.
Dogs are also welcome, on leads, in the park and wood at Lanhydrock, however, they are not allowed in the formal gardens (only assistance dogs are allowed in the gardens).
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Devon
Coleton Fishacre
There are some beautiful walks along the coastal footpath, at nearby Mansands and Scabbacombe beach, as well as Froward Point, and for dogs on leads there's the designated dog route in the garden (map available at reception). Telephone: 01803 842382
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Dog Days Out - Off Lead Walkies! - Devon
Paws on Dartmoor : Dartmoor National Park
The 'Paws on Dartmoor' campaign, developed in response to the increasing number of incidents involving uncontrolled dogs and livestock, provides advice to dog owners on issues associated with taking your dog onto Dartmoor
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The 'Paws on Dartmoor' campaign, developed in response to the increasing number of incidents involving uncontrolled dogs and livestock, provides advice to dog owners on issues associated with taking your dog onto Dartmoor
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Dumfries and Galloway
Robert Burns' Home 1788- 1791 Ellisland Farm
Follow in the footsteps of Burns with your 4 legged friends and discover the landscape that inspired him and made Ellisland "The Poets Choice"
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cumbria
Hutton-in-the-Forest
Penrith, Cumbria 01768 484449 Dogs permitted on leads in the gardens, grounds and woodland walks.
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Dog Days Out - Castles & Abbeys - Shropshire
Ludlow Castle, Shropshire
A fine medieval ruined castle set in glorious Shropshire countryside.
Dogs, on short leads, are welcome in the Castle and the Tea Rooms Courtyard.
You will find bowls of water around to ensure our four legged friends are well cared for during your visit.
NOTE: The castle is occasionally closed for special events and festival set ups - please contact them directly for details.
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Dog Days Out - Castles & Abbeys - Cheshire
Beeston Castle and Woodland Park - English Heritage
Dogs on lead welcome. Beeston Park is surrounded by 40 acres of woodland park. Pathways and resting places are dotted around the woods. English Heritage mentions on their site: PLEASE BE AWARE
Steep cliffs feature on this site. There are large areas of uneven surfaces and rabbit holes
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Somerset
The Bishop’s Palace, Wells
14 acres of stunning, gardens. We welcome dogs in the grounds as long as they’re kept on a lead at all times. With the exception of guide and hearing dogs, dogs are not allowed inside the Palace Buildings or Chapel. There are water bowls provided at the Bishop’s Table Cafe where there is also outside seating. Please remember to pick up after your dog - the nearest public bins are situated on Moat Walk.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Cheshire
Arley Hall & Gardens Northwich
Dogs are welcome on a lead at Arley except in the Hall (unless a disability dog) and in some marquees during special events.
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Dogs are welcome on a lead at Arley except in the Hall (unless a disability dog) and in some marquees during special events.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Dorset
Minterne House Gardens, Minterne Magna, Dorchester
Dogs are welcome on leads. Please note that some of the paths are uneven and steep making access for wheelchairs difficult.
There is free parking and picnic facilities available. Minterne House itself is NOT open to the public.
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There is free parking and picnic facilities available. Minterne House itself is NOT open to the public.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Dorset
Lulworth Castle & Park
There are woodland walks,a children's playground and spacious grounds to dog walk and picnic. Please see their website (link blow) for opening times.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Dorset
Compton Acres, Canford Cliffs Road, Poole
A 10 acre ornamental garden, constructed in 1920 and consisting of a series of themed gardens.
Close to the beautiful Sandbanks area of Poole Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in both the gardens and café & tearooms.
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Close to the beautiful Sandbanks area of Poole Well behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in both the gardens and café & tearooms.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Derbyshire
Chatsworth House
Bakewell, Derbyshire 01246 565300 Explore, walk, play and relax in the 105 acre garden, and discover the maze, sculptures, waterworks and the rose, cottage and sensory gardens.
Dogs are permitted in the garden and parkland but must be kept on a lead, particularly in the park because of free range livestock. We ask you to leave your dogs outside the farmyard and the restaurant, and outside both there are special places to leash your dog.
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Dogs are permitted in the garden and parkland but must be kept on a lead, particularly in the park because of free range livestock. We ask you to leave your dogs outside the farmyard and the restaurant, and outside both there are special places to leash your dog.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - North Yorkshire
Harewood House
Harewood is a great place to bring your dog for a walk, just as long as you clean up after your dog and keep it on a short lead.
Dogs are not permitted in the House, Bird Garden or Adventure Playground, but the rest of the 100 acre site is yours to enjoy!
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Dogs are not permitted in the House, Bird Garden or Adventure Playground, but the rest of the 100 acre site is yours to enjoy!
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - Hampshire
Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway
Dogs, on a short lead, are welcome at Exbury Gardens, in the New Forest. There are over 22 miles of pathways to explore. Dog bins are situated throughout the gardens.
Well behaved dogs are free of charge on the Railway and also allowed into the visitor restaurant.
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Well behaved dogs are free of charge on the Railway and also allowed into the visitor restaurant.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - North Yorkshire
Museum Gardens, York
Beautiful & spacious garden within the centre of the city. Dog friendly and a great place for a picnic. Hold on tight to that lead as there are many squirrels around. The ruins of St Mary's Abbey make lovely backdrop for your photos. Entry is free.
Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - West Sussex
West Dean Gardens, West Dean, Nr Chichester,
West Dean Gardens is nestled at the foot of the South Downs,
Explore a wide range of historic features on a gentle walk around the grounds and visit the restored walled garden.
Dogs, on a short lead, are welcome throughout the gardens and parkland, inside the gardens restaurant and gift shop.
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - West Sussex
Sussex Prairie Garden
Six acre garden. Dogs are welcome with well behaved owners.
Please keep your dog on a short lead and do please scoop up any poop.
Open June to mid October. Please check website for further details.
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Open June to mid October. Please check website for further details.
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Dog Days Out - Something Different! - East Yorkshire
RSPB Bempton Cliffs - Bridlington, Flamborough, Filey
The spectacular stretch of the Yorkshire Coast, plays host to around half a million seabirds between March to October. The birds gather along the 5km reserve, to raise a family on the towering chalk cliffs.
Six, cliff edge (well fenced!) viewing platforms give stunning views of life on the edge.
Well behaved dogs ON LEADS AT ALL TIMES - for their own safety (sheer drop) - are welcome.
Star species include: Gannet, Guillemot, Puffin
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Dog Days Out - Parks, Gardens and Grounds - East Sussex
Herstmonceux Castle, Gardens & Grounds
Herstmonceux Castle Gardens & Grounds; 300 acres of carefully managed woodland with themed formal gardens to the rear. With woodland trails where you can enjoy a peaceful stroll and take in the carefully managed flora and fauna of the estate. Discover Woodhenge, 300 year old Chestnut Trees, the Folly and Secret Garden as well as our Lake and Moat Walk.
Dogs are welcome in the gardens and grounds if kept on a lead.
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