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Travelling with your dog has never been easier. With more travel companies, hotels, cottages and B&Bs accepting dogs, you no longer need to leave your pet pooch at home when you go on your travels. If you’re thinking about a summer holiday with your dog in the coming months, why not stay right in the UK? There are plenty of places to choose from that both you and your best friend will enjoy. With the help of Canine Cottages, a holiday cottage company specialising in cottages for dogs, we look at some of the best summer travel spots for you and your dog, right here in the UK. New Forest The New Forest is a dog’s heaven. With so much open space to enjoy, your pooch will have the time of their life in the heart of south of England. Ancient woodland and beautiful heathland offer plenty of places to explore, while the 140 miles of tracks and footpaths provide some great walking routes. At the end of the day you can kick back and relax with your pet in one of the many … [Read more...] about Beautiful dog friendly UK destinations to travel to this summer

Dog-friendly travel is becoming increasingly more popular and Europe is becoming increasingly more dog-friendly but for dog owners, it can be difficult to travel with your beloved pet if you’re uncertain of which locations in Europe will accept them. In this article, we’ve pieced together 10 of the best dog-friendly locations in Europe, so that you can stop leaving your “furever” friend at home and start taking them somewhere special with you instead… Peak District, England The expansive, rolling hills of the Peak District are the perfect place for a pup of any age. Let your dog off their leash for a while and watch them explore the flower-filled fields. The Peak District welcomes all breeds of dog, and you’ll find a number of dog-friendly accommodation options, including cottages and local hotels. If you’re looking to be a little more rustic during your trip, there are a wealth of campsites happy to cater to your dog, too. The Peak District … [Read more...] about 10 of the best dog-friendly travel destinations in Europe

With its rolling hills, craggy peaks, limestone dales and miles of glorious unspoilt moorland, the Peak District – located in central England – is easily one of the best places to visit in the UK with a dog. England’s first designated national park  offers some of the most breath-taking views and fantastic opportunities for walking, hiking and other outdoor adventures. As well as famous trails such as the Pennine Way , these days many tourist attractions in the Peak District have become accommodating towards your pooch companions. There is also an excellent collection of dog-friendly accommodation to choose from, from grand historic hotels to cosy inns and cottages, are 15 of the best dog-friendly hotels and places to stay in the Peak District (in no particular order)… Tankersley Manor – upscale 17th-century manor house Set close to the edge of the National Park, the highly rated Tankersley Manor is an elegant 4-star hotel offering supremely … [Read more...] about Top 15 dog friendly hotels in the Peak District

Spanning six English counties, The Cotswolds is the largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England and Wales, and the best way to explore is by foot (your pooch will be happy to hear).The Cotswolds Way is a 102 mile walking route where you can enjoy as little or as much of it as you like with quaint market towns and villages along the way as superb stop-off points. You’ll feel like you’ve gone back in time wandering past historic honey-coloured buildings built from traditional limestone. Bath – the end (or beginning) of the Cotswolds Way – is a testament to this architectural material, home to the stunning crescent-shaped row of houses known as ‘The Circus’. The Cotswolds are a favourite for celebrities escaping London life, with the likes of Kate Moss often spotted walking her dog in the beautiful countryside. With fine gardens, stately homes and historic castles to explore, you’ll need a well-earned pint or cuppa afterwards at one of … [Read more...] about Top 15 dog-friendly hotels in the Cotswolds

From the sun kissed southern coastline or ‘English Riviera’ to the surf sanctuaries of the north and vast moorlands in between, Devon is a delightful destination for exploring the great outdoors. Find rural relaxation roaming the wild moors of Dartmoor or Exmoor National Parks where you and your canine companion can go in search of wild ponies and huge granite tors. Hop on board a paddle steamer (where dogs are permitted on leads) from Dartmouth  and meander along the River Dart past quaint villages and castles. Go for walkies along the Tarka Trail – 30 miles of disused train tracks stretching from Braunton to Barnstaple that grants incredible views of the Devonshire countryside and across the Taw Estuary or you could even hire a bicycle complete with dog trailer for pooped pooches. This West Country county is famous for its beautiful beaches where you can enjoy watersports such as surfing and kayaking, paddle in pristine waters or just simply stroll along … [Read more...] about Top 15 dog friendly hotels in Devon