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Bring the dog on your holiday and lap up everything the South East has to offer with welcoming accommodation, pubs, restaurants, events and activities.

Our ruff guide of the best dog friendly places to visit will ensure you'll never have to leave your beloved pet at home.

Dog Friendly Beaches

The South East is a fabulous place for dog walking and provides an immense variety of landscapes to enjoy, from hills, parkland and woodlands to river valleys with most Country Parks welcoming of four legged friends.

There are many dog friendly beaches for days out in South East England, but most have restrictions at certain times of the year so please check before you travel with the relevant local authority. The Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate coast is a perfect area for you and your chum.

Top dog friendly places to visit

  • For a great family day out and miles of beautiful pathways ideal for dog walking, head to Hampshire and visit Beaulieu, Home of the National Motor Museum or Gilbert White's House & Garden where dogs are allowed in the beautiful gardens only.
  • The forest tracks of Bedgebury National Pinetum & Forest in Kent are perfect for allowing your four legged friends exercise off the lead and Rubie the Schnauzer has written her very own canine guide to the area.
  • The Isle of Wight is a superb destination to visit with your four legged friend and your dog travels to the island free of charge on car ferry routes and Hovertravel services. Most beaches allow dogs all year round, there are more than 500 miles of footpaths for dogs to tire their owners and plenty of top attractions are welcoming such as Osborne, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and the Needles Landmark Attraction. Dogs travel free on Wightlink’s three ferry routes linking the Isle of Wight to the south coast (when accompanied by a well-behaved owner!).
  • Dogs are welcome at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre near Aylesbury.
  • Chiltern Open Air Museum Discover 2000 years of Chilterns history by exploring over 30 historic buildings that were the workplace or homes of ordinary people. Learn about traditional skills, farming, lifestyle and local history while taking in the beautiful scenery of the Chilterns countryside.
  • Ashford Designer Outlet, Kent, is a dog-friendly centre. Four-legged friends are welcome in most of our stores, just look for the pawprint sticker in the window of participating brands. Why not pop into Guest Services for a dog biscuit and a drink from our doggy fountain.
  • Grand Central stands tall as one of Brighton's best-loved establishments is perfect for brigning your dog with the pub providing a water bowl for your four-legged friend. 

Best Dog Friendly Accommodation

  • Wallops Wood Cottages in Hampshire was crowned dog friendly accommodation provider of the year at the 2017/18 Beautiful South Awards. They actively welcome dogs and provide information on where to go and where to eat with dogs in the local area.
  • Hurley Riverside Park is a pet friendly caravan and camping touring park right next to the River Thames with access to scenic walks and a dog wash for post exercise cleaning!
  • Your dog can join you on your holiday to the South East too with Canine Cottages.
  • Set in Thatcham in Berkshire, Manor Farm Courtyard Cottages, your four legged friend will love the historic surroundings of the historic village its set within.
  • Discover Sykes Holiday Cottages with hot tubs for those seeking a romantic stay, dog-friendly properties so you can bring the whole family along on a memorable break, and cottages boasting striking sea views; you’re sure to find something for you.

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  1. Greenham and Crookham Common

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    Nature Reserve

    Newbury

    After many years as a military site, Greenham and Crookham Common has been restored and reopened to the public. The area is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and cattle and Exmoor ponies graze here.

  2. Go Ape Alice Holt

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    Climbing / High Ropes

    Farnham

    Just 4 miles south of Farnham, and close to Guildford, you can find us in Alice Holt Forest, Surrey. We're just off the A325 - at a place called Bucks Horn Oak. Go Ape at Alice Holt boasts three high ropes experiences.

  3. Go Ape Wendover

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    Climbing / High Ropes

    Aston Clinton, Aylesbury

    South of Aylesbury, you can find us in the heart of Wendover Woods. We're just off the B4009. Whether you're looking for things to do nearby with the kids or a day out with friends our two Treetop experiences have adventure covered.

  4. French Brothers Boat Trips

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    Boat Trip

    Old Windsor, Windsor

    Large range of public trips on weather-proof vessels from Windsor, Runnymede and Maidenhead.

  5. The Jubilee Tap

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    Pub/Inn

    Alton

    Pop in for a pint at the Jubilee Tap, after your visit to Gilbert White’s House & Gardens! Located just across the High Street, opposite the museum, the Jubilee Tap is a familyfriendly relaxed bar, where the public can try the Gilbert White range…

  6. Kentish Lady

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    Boat Tours

    MAIDSTONE

    The Kentish Lady River boat is synonymous with Maidstone and is one of Kent’s premier excursion providers, between Spring and Autumn we provide a unique experience of the Upper River Medway, we also offer self-drive hire on the Upper Medway with our…

  7. Shoreham Fort

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    Castle / Fort

    SHOREHAM-BY-SEA

    Shoreham Fort built in 1857 is now the last of its kind and definitely worth a visit on event and open days

  8. Go Ape Bracknell

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    Climbing / High Ropes

    Bracknell

    Axe Throwing
    Every tried slinging an axe? Not only is it the perfect stress-reliever but it's bags of fun too. Enjoy an action-packed hour of axe-flinging in the great outdoors, as you go in search for that all-important bullseye (it's harder than…

  9. Amberley Museum

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    Museum

    Arundel

    Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre is a 36 acre open-air site dedicated to preserving the industrial heritage of the south east.

  10. Wendover Woods Cafe

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    Café

    AYLESBURY

    We Serve Fairtrade, ethically sourced hot chocolate, coffee and premium teas.
    Walking, running cycling orienteering, Go Ape, children’s trails.
    Wheelchair friendly.
    Parties and social events catered for.

  11. Dinton Pastures Country Park

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    Country / Royal Park

    Hurst

    A 350-acre site with meadows, fishery, watersports and conservation lakes. Three bird hides, orienteering course, children's play area, cafe.

  12. Chesworth Farm

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    Farm

    Horsham

    This 90 acre (36 ha) farm is managed as a livestock farm, with numerous footpaths around the site, incorporating grassland, the River Arun, wet meadow, ancient hedgerows, and access to the greater countryside.

  13. Chiddingstone Castle

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    Historic House / Palace

    Edenbridge

    Chiddingstone Castle, whose history can be traced back to the early 16th Century, is a unique country house located in the historic village of Chiddingstone in Kent. 

  14. Snelsmore Common Country Park

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    Country / Royal Park

    Newbury

    Heathland, valley bog and woodland. Suitable for most quiet recreational activities such as walking and picnicking. Walking distance to Donnington Castle.

  15. Go Ape Bedgebury

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    Climbing / High Ropes

    Cranbrook

    Located close to Royal Tunbridge Wells, just off the B2079, Bedgebury Pinetum is an award-winning visitor attraction. We're nestled in the heart of it. And, our three high ropes courses sit proudly amongst an AONB.

  16. Borde Hill Garden

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    Garden

    Haywards Heath

    Set within 200 acres of spectacular parkland, the garden is a series of 'rooms' - each with its own particular atmosphere, form and planting design. Glorious heritage and collectors' garden.

  17. The Safari Pizza Co

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    Restaurant

    Haywards Heath

    Wood fired pizzeria & wine bar based in Haywards Heath, Sussex. Along with fresh pizza, made using homemade, slow proved dough and local ingredients the wine bar also boasts a great selection of interesting and local wines, cocktails and craft beer.

  18. Painshill Landscape Garden

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    Garden

    Cobham

    Painshill is a great family day out and a beautiful 18th century landscape garden to visit. The 158 acre wonderland has something for everyone.

  19. Kearsney Abbey Park and Russell Gardens

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    Municipal Park

    DOVER

    Enjoy an afternoon out at the popular Kearsney Parks - Kearsney Abbey and Russell Gardens – located on the outskirts of Dover. 

  20. Go Ape Southampton

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    Climbing / High Ropes

    Southampton

    Northwest of Southampton, close to Eastleigh, you can find us in the heart of Itchen Valley Country Park. Our Hampshire location plays host to two of our high ropes experiences plus axe throwing.