Many of us haven’t been able to get away on holiday abroad over the last couple of years due to the pandemic, but many of us have realised how much there is to see and do on our own doorstep, right here in the UK. A UK road trip (aka staycation) with a friend or partner and your pet is a safe and fulfilling way to scratch that holiday itch. It can be difficult to find hotels that permit our four-legged friends, which is why, here at Potter Paws, we’ve been searching and asking our community of dog lovers and have picked some fantastic options for pet-friendly UK stays. Book quickly, availability for these getaways is limited!
1. Wall Eden Farm, Somerset
Wall Eden Farm offers award winning accommodation in the heart of Somerset and won’t let your dogs miss out on all the holiday fun. They have a selection of pet friendly lodges allowing up to 2 dogs in their Strawberry Glamping Pod, and they allow dogs in their Blackberry glamping pod if you’re after a 3/4 person pod. There is a £10.00 per night charge per dog. Check out their website for availability at
www.walledenfarm.co.uk/dog-friendly-accommodation.
2. Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat, Dorset
Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Wareham Forest is a beautiful lodge retreat in Dorset and has everything you need. Opportunities to explore the beautiful, lush countryside on amazing walks, or spend days on the sandy beaches under the sunshine. You can make the most of time together with family game nights, or enjoy cosy movie marathons in the open plan living space. The whole family can enjoy a relaxing drink outside on your beautiful private decking, and take in the peaceful surroundings under the stars. The whole family, including the dog can discover Dorset’s amazing walking trails with their range of pet-friendly lodges. Find out more and book your stay now at
www.darwinescapes.co.uk/wareham-forest-lodge-retreat.
3. Otter Falls Exeter, Devon
Otter Falls in Devon welcome four-legged friends as all their accommodation is pet friendly, and they even enable them to have the freedom to enjoy miles of off-lead walks on their trails across the 40 acre estate! The great thing about Otter Falls is they don’t charge you to bring your dog and don’t limit the number of pets joining you on holiday, so they can all be part of the fun! Find out more at
www.otterfalls.co.uk/holiday-breaks/types/pet-friendly.
4. Tranquil Country AirBnB Cottage, Launceston, Cornwall
Recommended by one of our community who has stayed here, this spectacular AirBnB located in Cornwall welcomes 1 large breed or 2 smaller breeds of dog. You can indulge in a luxury spa experience at this tranquil cottage by following a garden path from your decked balcony to a private wood-fired hot tub, sauna, hammock, outdoor shower and summerhouse. It's a great spot for stargazing by night and bird-watching by day. What’s more is you can cook in a modern well-equipped kitchen or have a night off, and have dinner prepared for you by the hosts and brought over to the cottage. Check availability at
www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/20515227.
5. Blackwood Forest, Hampshire
Blackwood Forest, a tranquil woodland escape just one hour from London, is the perfect place to get away from it all. Relax in one of 60 cabins dotted among the tall beech trees in a secluded corner of the forest. The Park is set within a 270-hectare beech wood, carpeted in bluebells in the spring and bathed in golden hues in the autumn. Here, you can unwind and enjoy the unique Forest Holidays blend of natural wonders and life’s little luxuries and they’re pet-friendly so you can bring the dog along too! Find out more about Blackwood Forest at www.forestholidays.co.uk/locations/hampshire/blackwood-forest.
6. Green Hill Farm Holiday Village, New Forest, Hampshire
The New Forest is one of the best places to bring your dog. A beautiful national park with mile upon mile of walking trails across woodland, moors and even coastline couldn’t be more perfect for your four-legged friends. Lovat Parks welcomes well-behaved dogs to Green Hill Farm holiday park, whatever type of holiday you’re planning to have, whether you’re staying in a safari tent or static caravan. Some of the amenities on park include a Dog snack bar, great dog walks from the park and dog bowls around park. Find out more and book now at
www.lovatparks.com/locations/new-forest/holidays-in-the-new-forest/dog-friendly-holidays-new-forest.
7. Rural Roots, Lincolnshire
Rural Roosts is part of Manor Farm, located in the quiet village of Stainfield on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Lincolnshire is a county overflowing with beautiful countryside, historical towns and villages, contemporary shopping, not to mention the stunning city of Lincoln with its magnificent Castle and Cathedral. Rural Roosts is in a fantastic location for exploring the surrounding area, it’s great for action packed short breaks, relaxing holidays with friends and family, wildlife watching, fishing, walking and cycling holidays. They are a dog friendly site too and welcome one dog in Swan lodge and up to two dogs in all other lodges, with plenty of great walks around the lodge site and surrounding farmland. Find out more at
www.ruralroosts.co.uk.
8. Quarry Walk Park, Staffordshire
For self-catering accommodation near Alton Towers Resort and the Peak District Quarry Walk Park’s log cabins and lodges have their own Hot Tubs are the ideal base to take a break with the family or for a romantic getaway. Set in a quiet area of woodland the many trails within their 46 acre boundary allow you to fully appreciate the surrounding scenery and abundance of wildlife. They have friendly lodges, log cabins and glamping pods available and allow one dog per accommodation, and your dog must be included at the time of booking. Mobile network and wifi (subject to charges) are not guaranteed throughout the park due to the rural location so not ideal for those who aren’t able to switch off entirely. Discover more about Quarry Walk Park at
www.quarrywalkpark.co.uk.
9. East Ruston Cottages, Norfolk
Winners of Best Cottages and Self Catering at the Dog-Friendly Magazine Awards for the THREE years running, East Ruston has been welcoming dogs and their owners to Norfolk since 2008! The cottages have fully enclosed outside areas to keep your dogs safe. Extras like throws, bowls, towels, dog beds and toys are provided. Most cottages have wood or stone floors, some have outside dog showers and you receive dog biscuits and human goodies on arrival! That more could you want when exploring Norfolk. Find out more and check availability at
www.eastrustoncottages.co.uk.
10. Pack Holidays, Norfolk & Scotland Locations
For those of us with more than one dog, it can occasionally be tricky to find multi-pet holiday cottages in the UK, however, Pack Holidays offer specialist self catering holiday cottages in Norfolk and Scotland for owners with one or more dogs. Run by Gail Adams, who wanted to run a holiday let which catered for multi dog owners, as a multi dog owner herself. Gail had trouble finding cottages that would take her and her dogs when they wanted to go on holiday so what better than providing that kind of service to other lovely dog owners who want to come on holiday to Norfolk. Discover more about Pack Holiday cottage in Norfolk and Scotland at
www.packholidays.co.uk.
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