Top Pet Friendly Holiday Attractions in Dorset - what to do, where to go and what to see
Find some great pet friendly attractions in Dorset below. Whether you are looking for some family fun, visit relaxing and peaceful gardens or immerse yourself in the history and culture of Dorset then take a look at some great dog friendly ideas below.
And, if you are still looking to book your self catering accommodation we have listed some great Dorsetpet friendly cottages and apartments close to the attractions and available direct from independent owners and leading holiday operators.
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The Dinosaur Museum, Dorchester
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
The award-winning Dinosaur Museum combines fossils, skeletons and life-size dinosaur reconstructions with video, hands-on and computer displays. This is fascinating fun for all the family.
Lulworth Castle, Wareham
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
Lulworth Castle which is 400-years-old is now a museum that offers tours, family days and special events from early spring to late autumn. The castle is often referred to as a "mock" castle, as it was actually built as a hunting lodge. There is plenty to entertain children at this historic building. After viewing the house, which has lots of exhibitions, take a woodland walk and feed the animals at a nearby farm.
Durlston Counrty Park, Swanage
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
A country park with wildflower meadows; downland; cliffs; sea and a wealth of wildlife. There is also a visitor centre for local information.
Avon Heath Country Park, St Leonards
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
Enjoy a day at Dorset's largest country park, walking or cycling in the beautiful heathland and woods. Special events include pond dipping; Easter egg trails; bug hunts; den building; orienteering; animal tracks and signs and dawn-chorus walks.
Corfe Castle, Wareham
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
Explore this ruined castle with a long and fascinating history as a fortress, prison and home. The Castle View Visitor Centre has hands-on displays and children are encourages to touch castle artefacts and try on replica medieval clothing.
Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, Studland
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
This beautiful area is well known for its long sandy beaches and shallow water ideal for playing. The heathland close by is a National Nature Reserve and is the perfect place to spot birds and wildlife.
Upton Counrty Park, Poole
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
Upton House has pretty, formal gardens that lead into woodland, meadow and a saltmarsh teeming with wildlife on the edge of Poole Harbour.
Swanage Railway, Swanage
Pet friendly Attractions in DorsetSouth West England
Enjoy a nostalgic steam-train journey through magnificent countryside and the village of Corfe Castle, offering good views of the historic ruins. Pass through the eastern gateway to the World Heritage Jurassic Coast.
Dorset Pet Friendly Cottage and Self Catering Holidays close to Top Attractions
As you can see, there are plenty of dog friendly things to keep you fully amused on your time in Dorset whether you are there with your partner, family or friends. Why not extend your stay in Dorset further with a pet friendly self catering short break or cottage holiday? There is a great choice of holiday accommodation available from luxury apartments to holiday cottages and we have some thing suitable whether you are travelling as a couple or a party of 12.
Take a look at a few suggestions dog friendly Dorset self catering suggestions below:
Majestic, Shaftesbury
Dog friendly Self catering in DorsetSouth West England
Majestic self catering accommodation in Shaftesbury, Dorset sleeps 6. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. Majestic does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Majestic start from £281 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Majestic
3 bedroom cottage, Shaftesbury
Dog friendly Self catering in DorsetSouth West England
3 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 6. This 3 bedroom luxury Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden . It also has Internet access. 3 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 3 bedroom cottage start from £370 but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 3 bedroom cottage
Linden Lea, Child Okeford
Dog friendly Self catering in DorsetSouth West England
Linden Lea self catering accommodation in Child Okeford, Dorset sleeps 6. This 3 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Detached Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Linden Lea does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Linden Lea start from £273 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Linden Lea
2 bedroom cottage, Wincanton
Dog friendly Self catering in DorsetSouth West England
2 bedroom cottage in South West England has a 4 star rating and can sleep up to 4. This 2 bedroom cottage is ideal as a holiday base or for a fun short break and features include: Detached Garden Hot Tub . It also has Internet access. 2 bedroom cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at 2 bedroom cottage start from £420 For a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about 2 bedroom cottage
Snooks Cottage, Upwey
Dog friendly Self catering in DorsetSouth West England
Snooks Cottage self catering accommodation in Upwey, Dorset sleeps 4. This 2 bedroom Cottage is a perfect base for your holidays and features include: Garden Open Fire/woodburner . It also has Internet access. Snooks Cottage does allow pet dogs although this may be limited, so please check direct prior to booking. Prices at Snooks Cottage start from £332 a weeks stay but this will depend upon length of stay and time of year. ...more about Snooks Cottage