Reasons Why Your Dog Will Love Travelling with You to Dorset
With so many outdoors activities and places that welcome furry companions, planning dog-friendly holidays in Dorset couldn't be easier.
Dog-Friendly Holidays in Dorset: find your perfect rental from just £42 per night!
With so many outdoors activities and places that welcome furry companions, planning dog-friendly holidays in Dorset couldn't be easier.
Throughout Dorset, there are countless locations that are perfect for off-leash dog walking. Among these, Thorncombe Wood is a top choice. While you are there you can explore Thomas Hardy's cottage and walk in the footsteps of the famous writer. Water-loving dogs can splash about in Rushy Pond near the cottage, while there are many beaches where dogs are allowed to be off their leashes in Dorset, including Burton Bradstock, Monkey Beach by Swanage, and Preston Beach by Weymouth.
Enjoy some delicious food at one of the many dog-friendly cafes, pubs, and tearooms. The Acorn Inn in Evershot has water bowls, a rug next to the fire, and a jar of biscuits just for the dogs. A number of other restaurants also provide doggy treats so they can have a well-deserved snack with you after all that walking.
A number of the castles, museums and gardens in Dorset allow dogs to enter and often provide water bowls for the furry visitors. Forde Abbey House and Gardens even hosts a Doggy Day Out event in June which includes a Dog Talent Show and a dog play area. Watch on as your canine travel companion enjoys being the star of the show.
💳 Highest rates | in December |
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😎 Quietest month | March |
🛏️ Popular accommodation types | House rentals and Cottage |
🌡️ Warmest weather | July and August |
🥶 Coldest weather | 3 °C in February and January |
🌧️ Rainiest months | December and March |
Holiday apartments in Dorset are between £151 and £308 per night.
Every Cottage is 117 m² on average, with the capacity of 5 guests - perfect for medium-sized groups and families.
The most popular types of holiday rentals for Dog-Friendly Holidays in Dorset are Cottage and House rentals.