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Dog-friendly Holidays in Somerset
Somerset is a county of big, open landscapes, from the wild moorland of Exmoor to the Quantock Hills, the first place in England to be named an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the limestone cliffs of Cheddar Gorge in the Mendips. On the coast, Brean and Berrow have miles of sand where dogs are welcome all year, and the Somerset Levels, with Glastonbury Tor rising above them, are perfect for long, flat walks.
We’ve sniffed out the best of Somerset so you can plan with confidence: places to stay that genuinely welcome dogs, which beaches you can use all year, dog-friendly pubs and cafés, and city breaks in Bath and nearby Bristol that work well with a dog too. Start with the kind of stay you’re after below.
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The Queen’s Arms
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Where to Stay
Dog-friendly places to stay in Somerset
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Out and About
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FAQs
Dog-friendly Somerset: your questions answered
Which Somerset beaches are dog-friendly?
Brean and Berrow are the best bets, with miles of sand and dogs welcome all year. Keep them under control or on a lead.
- Dogs welcome all year: Brean Beach, Berrow Beach, and the stretch north of Maddocks Slade up to Brean Down
- No dogs May to September: two sections of Burnham-on-Sea: between the jetty and the yacht club, and between the pavilion and Maddocks Slade
- No dogs all year: the central stretch of Burnham-on-Sea between the jetty and the pavilion
Watch the tide: the mud in Bridgwater Bay is dangerous, so stay on the sand.
Are dogs allowed on Exmoor?
Yes. Exmoor is one of the most dog-friendly national parks. Keep dogs on a lead near sheep, ponies and red deer, and on open moorland during the spring nesting season.
What are the best dog walks in Somerset?
Try Cheddar Gorge, the Quantock Hills, Dunkery Beacon on Exmoor and the Somerset Levels. They cover everything from big hill walks to gentle, flat rambles.
What are the best days out in Somerset with a dog?
Explore Cheddar Gorge, walk the Quantocks, ride the West Somerset Railway or wander around Wells. Pair any of them with a pub lunch and you've got a full day.
Where can I eat out with my dog in Somerset?
Country pubs on Exmoor and the Quantocks are among the most welcoming, and many have open fires and water bowls ready for muddy dogs after a walk.
Do dog-friendly places to stay charge extra for dogs?
Some do and some don't. Many hotels and cottages charge a small fee per dog, per night or per stay, while others welcome dogs free. Each of our dog-friendly places to stay in Somerset explains its dog policy, including how many dogs are allowed and any rooms or areas they can't go.