With miles of coast path to explore, long sandy beaches to run along and waves to play in, itโs not hard to see why dogs adore Cornwall. Full of the promise of adventure and new friends around every corner, your dog will be dreaming about your holiday in Cornwall for years to comeโฆ
You might also be surprised by how many attractions, cafes and restaurants in Cornwall are dog friendly – which means you donโt have to compromise on where to go, or have to wave your four-legged friend goodbye when you go out.
Here are a few of our favourite dog friendly activities in Cornwall you can do with the whole family.
Enjoy the beach
Cornwall has countless beaches to explore. There areย intriguing coves with rock pools and shallow spots for swimming, and seemingly endless sandy beaches. Some of Cornwallโs beaches have a seasonal dog ban, but many welcome dogs all year round.
Find out more about dog friendly beaches in Cornwall
Explore Cornwallโs renowned gardens
Severalย of Cornwallโs best-loved gardens welcome well-behaved dogs on leads all year round. Trebah Garden is always popular with dogs and their owners. With its winding pathways and private beach, there are new sights and smells to investigate in every direction.
Just down the road from us, the Lost Gardens of Heliganย is doggy paradise, with over 200 acres to explore.ย Tremenheere Sculpture Garden and the Eden Project also top spots for a dog friendly day out.
Visit one of Cornwallโs top attractions
Lots ofย Cornwallโs top attractions encourage people to visit with their dogs. Previous guests (and their pooches) have loved visitingย St Mawes Castle, the Cornish Seal Sanctuary and Bodmin & Wenford Railway.
Go for a walk (or several)
Did someone say W-A-L-K?
Thereโs nothing better than feeling the wind in your fur and the ground beneath your pawsโฆ From woodland walks to coastal path strolls and moorland rambles, thereโs plenty to choose fromย when it comes to the โwโ word. Tobyโs Dog Friendly Dog Walks, written by an enthusiastic Dalmatian, is full of tried and tested walks in Cornwall that you and your dog will love (weโve got a copy in reception you can borrow).
Relax in a dog friendly cafe
When youโve burned off some of that excess energy, stop off and refuel at one of the many dog friendly cafes or pubs in Cornwall. Take a look at the Good Dog Guide for a few suggestions. One of the best dog and child friendly places weโve visited is Godrevy Cafe, near Hayle. The beach is fantastic too!
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Are you ready to put your best paw forward and set off on an adventure?
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