Planning a summer adventure with your four-legged friend? We’ve put together our favourite dog-friendly places to visit across the UK, from beautiful gardens and historic estates to charming villages, beaches and scenic countryside walks.
Whether you’re looking for dog-friendly days out in Cornwall, hidden gems in the Cotswolds, or inspiring places to explore with your pup, you’ll find plenty of ideas here. We’ve explored each of these places with our cockapoo, Winnie, so everything here is based on real visits, including practical tips, honest impressions, and dog-friendly policies to help you plan your own trips.
Find our regional guides below and discover some of the best dog-friendly destinations in England for summer 2026.
Over the years, Winnie and I have explored quite a few of Cornwall’s most beautiful gardens, from exotic valleys bursting with giant leaves and bamboo to peaceful woodland walks leading down to secluded beaches. Here are four of our favourites that are well worth adding to your Cornwall itinerary… More
This is our brand new Summer guide to the dog-friendly Cotswolds — a picturesque escape for you and your four-legged companion. Whether you’re new to the area or returning for more countryside charm, we’ve put together a collection of our personal favourites that we regularly enjoy with our cockapoo, Winnie… More