Dog Friendly Places to Eat, Stay and Play
Looking for dog friendly places to eat, stay or play?
Please note that these are listings, not recommendations and not necessarily endorsed by Dorset Dogs. All the businesses listed agree to promote the Doggy Do Code and support our work to help us protect Dorset’s countryside for people, dogs and wildlife.
You should do your own checks to ensure the business is right for you and your dog.
Dog Friendly Accommodation
DARWIN ESCAPES
WAREHAM FOREST LODGE RETREAT, ORGANFORD ROAD, POOLE, DORSET BH16 6LA
PHONE: 01202 622434
Our beautiful lodge accommodation in Dorset has everything you need. The whole family can discover Dorset’s amazing walking trails with our range of pet-friendly lodges in Wareham- with us, no family member is left behind (no matter how many paws they have!)
CLASSIC COTTAGES
29 SOUTH STREET, BRIDPORT, DORSET DT6 3NR
PHONE: 01326 555555
Take a look at our fabulous collection of dog friendly properties in Dorset and across the UK and start planning your perfect getaway to suit every member of the family.
DORSET COTTAGE HOLIDAYS
8 EAST STREET, CORFE CASTLE, DORSET BH20 5ED
PHONE: 01929 481547
Over 40 beautiful, pet friendly holiday cottages, many making no charge for your first pet. All our holiday cottages have been handpicked to offer the best locations throughout Dorset.
MARSHAM COURT HOTEL
3 RUSSELL COTES ROAD, EAST CLIFF, BOURNEMOUTH, BH1 3AB
PHONE: 01202 552111
The family owned Marsham Court provides a home from home for dogs and their owners and has 7 dedicated dog friendly bedrooms. Dogs are welcome in our bar and out on the terrace and we even have a Doggy Menu and lots of healthy doggy treats available.
PARKDEAN RESORTS
SANDFORD HOLIDAY PARK
WARMWELL HOLIDAY PARK
WEST BAY HOLIDAY PARK
PHONE: 0330 123 4850
With three fabulous pet friendly holiday parks just a stone’s throw from the Dorset Coast, Parkdean Resorts offers a range of dog friendly caravan and luxury lodge accommodation.
BOURNEMOUTH BEACH LODGES
SEAFRONT PROMENADE, NEAR BOSCOMBE PIER, BOURNEMOUTH, BH5 1BN
PHONE: 01202 126127
Offering cosy, year round beach escapes, with 15 miles of glorious sand, sea and shore right on the door step to explore. Fully equipped and heated, wake up to the sound of waves and book a relaxing break that is sure to make your dog’s tail wag!
Dog Friendly Visitor Attractions
DURLESTON COUNTRY PARK
Durlston Country Park is also a National Nature Reserve with a wonderful visitor centre, exhibition gallery and cafe based in the Castle and lots of interesting features in the grounds (including a giant Globe and spectacular views) and it’s ALL dog-friendly, you can even take your dog into the visitor centre!
Do remember to keep your dog on a lead near the cliffs and where asked to on the reserve (as there are vulnerable wildlife in some areas).
UPTON COUNTRY PARK
A popular park with off-lead fields and woodlands and also gardens which can be enjoyed on lead. The cafe includes an outdoor seating area where dogs are welcome on lead and well behaved dogs are allowed inside.
There is a large (30 acre) area where dogs are able to exercise off-lead around several fields in a varied setting including a stream, meadow and good paths. There are also two smaller fenced area within the off-lead area, for exercise and training.
Dog Friendly Cafes, Restaurants and Pubs
THE BAKERS ARMS INN
DORCHESTER ROAD, LYTCHETT MINSTER, POOLE, DORSET, BH16 6JF
PHONE: 01202 622900
Expect a friendly welcome from our dedicated team for you and your four-legged friends who are welcome! So, put your feet up and take your pick from our fantastic selection of ales and dishes.
THE GREYHOUND INN
CORFE CASTLE, DORSET
PHONE: 01929 480205
The Greyhound Inn, Corfe Castle is a scenic and relaxed venue that serves fresh food all day throughout the year. The pub is ideally suited for small parties, families and walking groups, plus we’re dog friendly!
UNDER THE GREENWOOD TREE CAFE
HIGHER BOCKHAMPTON, DORCHESTER, DORSET DT2 8QH
Inside Hardy’s Birthplace Visitor Centre at the threshold of Thorncombe Wood, dogs are welcome in the cafe. Tasty local homemade food with gluten-free options and a wide range of drinks.
Open Tues – Sun from 10am.
THE SMUGGLER’S INN
OSMINGTON MILLS, WEYMOUTH, DORSET DT3 6HF
PHONE: 01305 833125
The perfect spot to eat, drink and stay in Osmington Mills – with glorious views of the Isle of Portland and the English Channel from our large outdoor terrace and garden – enjoy hearty pub classics, delicious Sunday Roasts, and locally brewed Badger Beers. Dogs are welcome both inside the pub and in the garden.
THE WISHING WELL
161 CHURCH STREET, WEYMOUTH, DORSET DT3 5QE
PHONE: 01305 814470
We invite you to visit our tearoom and tranquil ornamental gardens. Why not bring your best friend for a wander around our beautiful sub tropical water gardens.