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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…

Darkhill Ironworks archaeological site
Dogs | History | Nature

Foresters' Forest

Foresters’ Forest is a £2.5m National Lottery Heritage funded scheme with 38 community projects…

New Fancy Viewpoint Lady Photographing
Nature | Relaxation | Dogs | History

New Fancy Viewpoint

Formerly the site of the New Fancy coal mine, the old spoil heap now provides spectacular views…

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,…

Soudley Waters Edge 1816121717
Nature | Families | Dogs

Soudley Ponds

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

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…

Bracelands Campsite

Prices from:
£29.00

Dogs | Families | Groups

Bracelands Camping

Bracelands Campsite is a spacious, family- and dog-friendly camping, caravan and glamping site on…

Forestry England Forest of Dean Cycle Centre
Families | Dogs | Groups | Nature | Adventure

Forest of Dean Cycle Centre

With trails for all abilities, this is the perfect place to start your cycling adventure in the…

Bracelands Campsite Cosy glamping pods
Dogs | Families | Groups | Nature

Bracelands Campsite – Cosy glamping pods

Bracelands campsite is open all year, allowing you to embrace nature’s best surroundings whenever…

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…

View from Piercefield Walk credit Linda Wright

Historic path along cliffs overlooking the River Wye popular during the Wye Tour. Part of the Wye…

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Dogs | Families

Soudley Cottage

The Cottage - situated in the tranquil village of Soudley. Beautiful Soudley ponds and Dean…

Elton Giant Mazes - Bird of Paradise Maize Maze aerial view 2025
Families | Groups | Dogs | Adventure | Nature | Accessible

Elton Giant Mazes and Activities Maze

3 Giant maize mazes with two 40 question quizzes. Activities Maze with over 20 activities to…

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Dogs | Families | Nature

Black Rock Picnic Site

Black Rock is on the Monmouthshire coastline of the Severn Estuary between the two Severn bridges…

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Adventure | Families | Dogs | Groups

Wye-Bikes

Providing a wide range of bikes for all ages and abilities, we will offer tag-alongs, trailers for…

Dymock Woods
Dogs | Nature | Relaxation

Dymock Woods

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

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

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Families | Foodies | Dogs | Groups | Accessible

Newent Monthly Market

Dates:
20th Sept 2025 - 20th Sept 2025

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

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…

Hot pot pottery halloween
Families | Arts | Dogs | Relaxation

Halloween Pottery Painting

Dates:
28th Oct 2025 - 28th Oct 2025

Spooky pottery painting!

Hot pot pottery halloween
Families | Arts | Dogs

Halloween Pottery Painting

Event Dates:
29th Oct 2025 - 29th Oct 2025

Spooky pottery painting!

Hot pot pottery halloween
Dogs | Families | Groups

Halloween Pottery Painting

Event Dates:
30th Oct 2025 - 30th Oct 2025

Spooky pottery painting!

Newent Market Logo
Dogs | Families | Foodies

Newent Monthly Market

Event Dates:
15th Nov 2025 - 15th Nov 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:
6th Dec 2025 - 6th Dec 2025

Christmas pottery painting!

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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

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

Summer hols 2
Adventure | Dogs | Groups | Nature

Canoeing summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to…

Summer hols special 15% OFF Monday to Friday

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

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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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