Dog Friendly Holidays in England

West of Plymouth and the River Tamar, Cornwall is one of the most unspoilt holiday areas in England . It is particularly popular with walkers, cyclists (although it is very hilly), horse riders and surfers. A dog friendly holiday in Cornwall is a great idea as the weather is generally good and there are plenty of countryside parks, beaches, National Trust properties and uninhabited moorland to enjoy. ... View This Article

North Devon has some great open spaces to roam. Thousands of walkers, climbers, mountain bikers, horse riders and trekkers visit Devon each year to enjoy active outdoor holidays. Many visitors bring their pets and dogs along too. Self catering accommodation often allows pets, and there are some excellent dog-friendly hotels in the area, such as Port Light Hotel and Inn near Salcombe and the luxury Elfordleigh Hotel on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park . ... View This Article

Although the Peak District is one of the smallest national parks in the UK, measuring just 20 miles wide by 30 miles long (32 by 48km) it offers an untold wealth of natural attractions. From the high point of Kinder Scout to the lovely river valleys, there are green dales, heather covered moorland, stately homes and delightful towns and villages making it a wonderful place for a dog friendly holiday. ... View This Article

Dog friendly holidays are certainly on the increase and the Lake District is naturally the perfect place to take a relaxing holiday with a dog. There are many small hotels and B&Bs which welcome dogs, but you can also camp, rent a mobile home, tour in a caravanette or rent a cottage in the Lake District . The area is known for its stunning natural beauty with mountains reflecting in the many lakes after which the area is named. Most of the countryside is given over to sheep farming, and there are plenty of way-marked paths though farmland. Be aware that your dog should always be kept on a lead of no more than 2 metres when there is livestock around. Between 1 March and 31 July it is compulsory under the Open Access law for dogs to remain on a lead in the open countryside, to protect ground nesting birds and young wildlife. ... View This Article