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Dog Friendly

Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

We know that adventures are better with your four-legged friend by your side - and in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley, dogs are truly part of the pack. With miles of woodland trails, riverside walks, dog-friendly pubs, accommodation, and attractions, this is the ideal destination for a tail-wagging getaway.

In this section, you’ll find everything you need to plan a pawsome trip, including places to stay that welcome dogs, cafés and pubs with water bowls and treats at the ready, and businesses offering dog-friendly days out and services. Whether you’re looking for dog-walking routes, canine-friendly campsites, or just somewhere your pup can curl up after a day of exploring, we’ve got you covered.

We believe no one should miss out on the adventure - especially not the dog! So come and explore the wild and wonderful Dean Wye, where walkies come with views, and your dog is always welcome.

Sniff out the best dog-friendly stays, places to eat, and days out below, and start planning your next adventure together.

Dogs Businesses

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Dogs | Groups | Families

Mill End Mitcheldean

Mill End is a large medieval country house, in a village location, fab for hen parties, big family…

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Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups

The Fountain Inn

Award-winning country inn. Well known locally for its excellent meals and real ales. A wide choice…

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail Cathedral of the forest stained glass window
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | Arts | History | Relaxation

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Established in 1986, the Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail is a unique outdoor experience that…

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Families | Dogs | Groups

Oakraven Field Centre

The Oakraven Field Centre is nestled on the edge of the Forest of Dean in a converted 19th century…

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Nature | Families | Dogs

Soudley Ponds

A haven for wildlife and the surrounding paths are suitable for the less able and wheelchair users

Tudor Farmhouse Hotel Garden
Families | Foodies | Dogs

Tudor Farmhouse Hotel

16th Century Boutique Farmhouse Hotel with 20 en-suite bedrooms and AA 2 Rosette Restaurant.

Sabo Yes - The Kings Head, Blakeney
Foodies | Families | Groups | Dogs

Sabo Yes - The Kings Head, Blakeney

Sabo Yes is a family run coffee shop and licenced restaurant in Blakeney. We take pride in offering…

Dymock Woods
Dogs | Nature | Relaxation

Dymock Woods

Famous for its carpets of spring wildflowers and peaceful trails, Dymock Woods is a beautiful spot…

Blaize Bailey viewpoint and walk
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Nature | Relaxation

Blaize Bailey Viewpoint

Blaize Bailey is a viewpoint looking over a horseshoe bend in the River Severn and on a fine day,…

Heritage Coffee Shop Mill pond view and iced latte
Foodies | Families | Dogs | Groups | Accessible

Heritage Coffee Shop

Located on the upper level of The Dean Heritage Centre, our coffee shop is the ideal spot to relax…

May Hill
Dogs | Nature

May Hill

May Hill is one of the most familiar landmarks in the Forest of Dean and at 296 metres (971 feet)…

Monnington House
Groups | Dogs | Families | Accessible

Monnington House

Monnington House Garden Cottage and The Cider offer 5 Star accommodation for large groups and…

Lydney Park Spring Gardens Roman Temple Site showing a waterfall and beautiful flowers in bloom
Families | Dogs | Groups | History | Nature | Relaxation

Lydney Park Spring Gardens - Roman Temple Site

Fine formal gardens open every spring April-June only and for groups. Beautiful rhododendron and…

Walking path through Nagshead Nature Reserve
Dogs | Nature | Relaxation

Nagshead Nature Reserve

Nagshead is an RSPB Nature Reserve, the largest in the Forest of Dean. It is an ideal spot for…

Forest Barns Farm frontage

Prices from:
£543.00

Families | Groups | Accessible | Dogs

Forest Barns

5 Luxury Cottages in Private Hamlet | Book One or All | Hot Tubs & Log Fires | Civil Cermony Inside…

Way2 Go Adventures canoe with a dog
Adventure | Groups | Dogs | Families

Way2Go Adventures Ltd

Way2Go Adventures is a family-run business, based in the Forest of Dean offering exciting outdoor…

Dogs Events

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The Red Hart Inn -Asian Christmas
Dogs | Foodies | Groups

Taste of Asia at Christmas

Dates:
28th Nov 2025 - 28th Nov 2025

a delicious fusion of traditional cheer and bold Asian flavours

Perrygrove Adventure Autumn Trail
Adventure | Dogs | Families | Nature | Accessible

Autumn Trail

Dates:
25th Oct 2025 - 2nd Nov 2025

Visit us this half term and enjoy our Autumn Trail as you ride through our Autumnal corner of the…

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Dogs | Families | Foodies | Groups

Newent Monthly Market

Dates:
15th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 2025

Enjoy the Newent Monthly Market, every 3rd Saturday of the Month from 9am – 1pm in the Market…

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Families | Arts | Dogs | Relaxation

Christmas Pottery Painting

Dates:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Christmas pottery painting!

Breakfast with santa paws forest of dean heritage coffee shop
Dogs | Families

Breakfast with Santa Paws

Event Dates:
7th Dec 2025 - 7th Dec 2025

Celebrate Christmas with your Pooch at the Heritage Coffee Shop.

Heritage coffee shop Forest of Dean Christmas
Dogs | Families

Breakfast with Santa Paws

Event Dates:
13th Dec 2025 - 13th Dec 2025

Celebrate Christmas with your Pooch at the Heritage Coffee Shop.

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Families | Arts | Dogs

Christmas Pottery Painting

Event Dates:
13th Dec 2025 - 13th Dec 2025

Christmas pottery painting!

Newent Market Logo
Dogs | Families | Foodies

Newent Monthly Market

Event Dates:
20th Dec 2025 - 20th Dec 2025

Enjoy the Newent Monthly Market, every 3rd Saturday of the Month from 9am…

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Families | Arts | Dogs

Christmas Pottery Painting

Event Dates:
20th Dec 2025 - 20th Dec 2025

Christmas pottery painting!

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Families | Arts | Dogs

Christmas Pottery Painting

Event Dates:
20th Dec 2025 - 20th Dec 2025

Christmas pottery painting!

Gloucester Cheese Rolling
Adventure | Dogs | Families

Gloucestershire Cheese Rolling - Date TBC

Event Dates:
26th May 2026 - 26th May 2026

One of the UK’s most legendary and eccentric events, the Gloucestershire…

Dogs Offers

Summer hols 2
Adventure | Dogs | Groups | Nature

Canoeing summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to…

Summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to Friday

The Red Hart Inn Blaisdon
Dogs | Foodies | Families | Groups

Prix Fixe Lunch

Expires: 16th Nov 2025

Enjoy two courses for £20 /three courses for £24

Vdw rookerycottage 7 949083212
Dogs | Families | Groups | Relaxation

December Offer

Expires: 19th Dec 2025

Divine December Offer

Dogs Experiences

Pedalabikeaway Dog in Bike Trailer

Prices from:
£50.00

Adventure | Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

Dog friendly Cycling Experience

Don't worry about choosing a trail that is short enough for your dog! Hire a bike with a dog…

A kid taking a shot at a clay pigeon with a laser shotgun at Dean Laser Clay Ltd

Prices from:
£25.00

Dogs | Families | Groups | Accessible | Adventure

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting 90 minute experience

Laser Clay Pigeon shooting is 100% Safe, firing harmless infra-red beams instead of live ammunition

Hot Pot Pottery

Prices from:
£87.00

Arts | Families | Dogs | Groups

Themed Food & Pottery Experiences

These fun session in our lovely rural pottery studio include making theme related pottery on the…

Dogs Itineraries

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Dogs | Families | Groups | Arts | History

An arty long weekend in the Forest of Dean & Wye…

Duration: 4 Days 3 Nights

Lydney Harbour Landmark Stones
Dogs | Families | Groups | Arts | History

An arty mid week break in the Forest of Dean &…

Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights

Dogs Trails

Family cycling over a bridge in the Forest of Dean photo credit Forestry England
Dogs | Families

Family Cycling & The Colliers Trail

Duration: 2 Hours

Distance 9 Miles

12 Easy Walks in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley
Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Relaxation

12 Easy Forest of Dean & Wye Valley Walks

Distance 0.75 - 3 miles

Ross on Wye
Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature | History | Relaxation

Ross-on-Wye Riverside & Town Trail

Duration: 1 Hour

Distance 2.2 Miles

Coppett Hill Walk
Dogs | History | Relaxation

Coppett Hill Walk

Distance 6.3 Miles

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