DOG FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATION IN CORNWALL
Hello I’m Dylan, an Irish Red and White Setter. I was born in Wiltshire but was lucky enough to move to Cornwall to live with my owners when I was just a puppy. I love it here! There are so many great walkies and fun things to do, and with all the holiday makers that come to visit I’m never short of a friend or two. I would like to take a few minutes of your time to share with you my excellent local knowledge of the best beaches, walks, attractions and places to eat for us dogs and our owners in Cornwall.
But to start off, we need to find the perfect property for you to relax and put your paws up after a long day’s adventure. Please find below links to our dog-friendly properties:
Dog-friendly properties
Camelford Area
JASMINE LODGE, sleeps up to 6 people
AZALEA LODGE, sleeps up to 6 people
CAMELLIA LODGE, sleeps up to 6 people
THE COTTAGES, sleeps up to 6 people
Fowey Area
GREENACRES, sleeps up to 6 people
Lostwithiel Area
CORNISH YURT RETREAT, sleeps up to 2 people
EASTERN YURT RETREAT, sleeps up to 2 people
Newquay Area
COASTGUARD COTTAGE, sleeps up to 8 people
ATLANTIC REACH GOLD, sleeps up to 8 people
CARVYNICK HOUSE, sleeps up to 7 people
17 GLENDORGAL, sleeps up to 6 people
CARVYNICK COTTGE, sleeps up to 6 people
15 GLENDORGAL, sleeps up to 5 people
27 OCEAN 1, sleeps up to 5 people
9 GLENDORGAL, sleeps up to 4 people
ATLANTIC REACH PREMIER, sleeps up to 4 people
Padstow Area
BENASA LODGE, sleeps up to 8 people
HARLYN MEWS DELUXE, sleeps up to 6 people
HARLYN MEWS SUPERIOR, sleeps up to 6 people
BAY RETREAT VILLAS, sleeps up to 5 people
Perranporth Area
SHILBURY RETREAT COTTAGE, sleeps up to 2 people
St Austell Area
VILLA 1 TREWHIDDLE PARK, sleeps up to 7 people
Dylan’s guide to dog friendly beaches
I absolutely love running on the beach with the sea air flapping in my ears, but unfortunately there are some beaches that us dogs are not allowed on and others that have seasonal restrictions. Luckily there are many beaches in Cornwall that my owners and I can enjoy together all year long, let’s hope they remember the Frisbee next time!
Please see below some of the beaches in Cornwall that allow me and my friends to play all year long, all of which are sandy beaches so there is no need to worry about our paws:
Camelford Area
Trebarwith Strand – Rocks must be negotiated before you reach the sandy beach
Widemouth Bay – South Beach only
Padstow Area
Porthcothan Bay
Treyarnon Bay
Constantine Bay
Harlyn Bay
Daymer Bay
Watergate Bay Area
Mawgan Porth
Watergate Bay
Newquay Area
Whipsiderry
Great Western
Towan
Newquay Harbour
Little Fistral – small sandy beach with rocky areas
Fistral Beach
Crantock Beach
Polly Joke
Perranporth Area
Holywell Bay
Perranporth Beach – Dogs must be kept on a short lead from July to September between 10am and 5pm.
Fowey Area
Spit Beach
Par Beach
Polridmouth Beach
Coombe Haven
Lantic Bay
Lantivet Bay
My personal favourite beaches are Watergate Bay and Perranporth Beach. At low tide these beaches are two and three miles long respectively, meaning there is plenty of space for me to really stretch out my legs (and maybe chase a seagull or two) even at the height of the summer.
Please see below some of the beaches in Cornwall with seasonal dog bans (Easter day to the 1st October unless otherwise stated):
Camelford Area
Crackington Haven
Widemouth Bay – North Beach only
Padstow Area
Polzeath Beach
St George’s Well
Trevone Bay
Newquay Area
Porth Beach
Lusty Glaze – 31st May to the 30th September 8am to 7pm
Tolcarne – 1st May to the 30th September
Fowey Area
Polkerris Beach
Readymoney Cove
Whitehouse Beach
For a full list of dog-friendly beaches in other areas of Cornwall and the facilities available, please view the Cornwall Visitor Guide for Dog Owners.
Dylan’s guide to eating out
I’m sure it’s the same where you live, but most restaurants in Cornwall do not allow dogs; however, there are still plenty of pubs and cafés where you and your owner’s can enjoy eating out together.
Please see below some of the places to eat where I am more than welcome:
Camelford Area
The Masons Arms, Camelford Darlington Inn, Camelford
The Horseshoe Inn, Tresparrett Port William, Trebarwith Strand The Cornishman Inn, Tintagel
The Cobweb, Boscastle Padstow Area
The Harbour Inn, Padstow The Old Ship Hotel, Padstow The Cornish Arms, St Merryn Farmers Arms, St Merryn The Harlyn Inn, Harlyn Bay
Watergate Bay Area
The Merrymoor Inn, Mawgan Porth
The Beach Hut, Watergate Bay
The Phoenix, Watergate BayNewquay Area
The Mermaid, Porth
The Brook House, Newquay
The King’s Head, Newquay
The Lewinnick Lodge, Newquay
The Tavern Inn, Newquay
Falcon Inn, St Mawgan
The Plume of Feathers, Mitchell
Pheasant Inn, St Newlyn East
The Old Albion Inn, Crantock
The Smugglers Den, Cubert
Perranporth Area
St Pirans Inn, Holywell Bay Seiners, Perranporth
The Watering Hole, Perranporth Fowey Area
Ship Inn, Fowey The Rashleigh Inn, Polkerris The Old Ferry Inn, Bodinnick
Dylan’s guide to doggy days out
Coming on holiday to Cornwall can be a bit tricky for us dogs, as for some reason there are certain places that only our owners can go. Don’t worry though because there are still lots of attractions that are great for us to have a walk around on our leads. I’m sure you’re like me and hate being on your lead (in fact I’m so naughty I have to go on a harness), but it makes our owners happy and you never know if you’re really good you might even get a treat!
Please see below a list of some of my favourite dog-friendly places to visit (please note that restrictions may apply in certain areas):
St Mawes Castle
Tintagel Castle
Pendennis Castle (dogs are permitted only in the grounds)
Trevarno Gardens (On the estate walk there are sections where dogs can go off the lead, yippy!)
Trebah Gardens
Lost Gardens of Heligan (dog welcome between the 1st Oct – 31st March only)
Bodmin and Wenford Railway (dogs are carried free on all standard service trains)
Lappa Valley Railway (there is a small charge of 50p for a dog ticket)
The Cornish Cider Farm
Holywell Bay Fun Park
The Minack Theatre (dogs not permitted at the evening performances)
Dylan’s recommended walkies
I love nothing more than going for walkies and I get so excited when my owners mention the word walk. They think I’m stupid and try to talk in code but I can even spell now! I’m going to let you in to a secret about my favourite places away from the beaches to run (I don’t do walking).
Cardinham Woods
I just love the woods, mainly because of all the SQUIRRELS! There are four different walks in Cardinham Woods, all of different lengths and difficulties. All four walks have well marked paths, which I never bother with, but my owners seem to appreciate it. There is also a café and plenty of car parking (small charge applies). Please view the Cardinham Woods Leaflet for more information.
Bodmin Moor
Bodmin moor, dominated by dramatic granite tors which tower over the open moorland, is a great place for me to run for miles. My owner always puts me on my lead if we come across any animals though because apparently I can’t be trusted, and we ask your owners to do the same. Make sure you don’t miss some of the famous landmarks such as The Cheesewrings and Brown Willy (the highest point in Cornwall). Please visit the Bodmin Moor website for more information.
Cubert Common
The Common consists of approximately 600 acres of completely unspoiled countryside, which hugs the coast between Crantock and Hollywell Bay and then goes inland to Cubert. Porth Joke (known locally as Polly Joke) which is situated between Crantock Beach and Holywell Bay is considered one of Cornwall's secrets because of its secluded location. Again my owners always make sure I’m on the lead if we see any sheep.
Dylan’s Tips and useful information
I’m sure that when you’re on holiday you and your owners want to enjoy Cornwall to the maximum, but we must make sure this is done safely. Below are a few pieces of advice and some useful information.
Hazards
Please be aware that there are many doggy hazards in Cornwall which you may not come across at home.
Beaches - not an ideal place for us to be on a hot sunny day as they do not provide any shade or fresh water. Also, please don’t leave us in the car on a hot day, we can’t sweat like you and can over heat very quickly, which can cause us to become very ill or even die.
The Sea – I love the sea and playing in the waves, but my owners always makes sure I don’t get in too deep. The currents can be very strong and the waves are powerful, which means we can find it difficult to get back to the beach.
Cliff Edges - The majority of the coastal path around Cornwall follows the cliff edges and most are unfenced. Unfortunately each year some of our fellow friends are killed falling from the cliffs. Please make sure you’re kept on the lead near cliff edges.
Adders – Please be aware that adders can be found in many areas of Cornwall, in particular sand dunes and areas of long grass. They are timid animals but if an inquisitive dog takes them by surprise they are very likely to bite. This risk is particularly high in the spring when the adders are slower and feel more threatened. An adder bite is very serious for a dog, so if you think your dog has been bitten it is imperative that you get them to a vet as soon as possible.
Vets
Penmellyn Veterinary Group, Newquay, emergency 24hr line 01637 880307
Clifton Villa Veterinary Surgery, Newquay, emergency 24hr line 01637 851122 or 01872 273694
G & P J Nute The Veterinary Surgery, Wadebridge, emergency 24hr line 01208 813258
St. Clement Veterinary Clinc, Perranporth, emergency 24hr line 01872 572572
Penbode Veterinary Group, Camelford, emergency 24hr line 01409 253418
Churchend Veterinary Centre, St Austell, emergency 24hr line 01726 72095
Missing Dogs
RSPCA, St Columb Major, 01637 881455
Dog Warden, 0300 1234 212
Fouling
Cornwall Council has introduced a Dog Fouling Order that covers all areas of Cornwall. You are required to clean up after your dog, and properly dispose of it, in any area which the public are entitled to have access to. Failing to clean up after your dog will result in a fixed penalty of £80.00 or prosecution.
Dicky Bag – Designed and made in Newquay, The Dicky Bag is a light weight container with odour prevention for storing those plastic bags of dog poo. There is also a store for fresh plastic bags and it leaves your hands free, helping prevent inappropriate dumping of plastic bags of dog waste in the town or countryside. Please visit the Dicky Bag website for more information.