DOGS WELCOME
Eastnor Castle is proud to be one of the few dog friendly tourist attractions in the UK and one of the few historic houses where dogs are welcome to roam around the grounds and inside the castle.
Dog owners will understand the importance of taking their four-legged friends out for regular walks and exercise. Dog walking isn’t just about letting them have their toilet breaks, it provides them with mental stimulation, physical exercise, and develops their social skills with people and other animals.
Dogs are free to wander with you during your visit, though we ask that they’re kept on their lead outside our dedicated ‘Dogs-Off-Leads Area’, where dogs are free to run amongst the trees. Every owner is also offered dog-waste bags on arrival for their convenience.
With ‘Dog Refreshment’ stops scattered around the grounds, there are plenty of opportunities for your dog to enjoy a drink of fresh water whilst exploring the castle. Alternatively, you can also treat your four-legged friend to our old sock flavoured Waggy Doggy Ice Cream from the Ice Cream Parlour.
So don’t leave your dog at home – bring them along and enjoy a dog day out at Eastnor Castle.
Our Dog Friendly Facilities at Eastnor Castle
- Dog Refreshment Stops
- Dog Waste Bins
- Dogs Off Leads Area
- Dog Wash
- Waggy Doggy Ice Cream
Take a look at some of our TripAdvisor reviews from dog owners who’ve visited and enjoyed Eastnor Castle. Please kindly note that we’re unable to welcome dogs to private parties or weddings inside the castle.
Things To Do With Dogs
Simply walking isn’t always enough for some dogs, they require constant stimulation and a variety of environments to explore. You might want to take them for a run, play a game with them (which also provides training opportunity), or bring along toys that they can learn to use. With this, of course, your pet will need to be trained to walk without a lead so that they can develop their obedience and intelligence skills.
Eastnor Castle provides a dedicated dog off leads area so that they can enjoy every aspect of the great outdoors without restriction. We are blessed with a variety of terrains for you and your dog to explore, from rich forestry to our lakeside trail and serene arboretum.
Dog-Friendly Castle
A common issue that dog owners face on days out is the fact that they can’t bring their dogs inside public buildings with them. What if you are tired of walking and want to take a breather indoors? Or what if it starts raining? The benefit of taking dogs indoors is that it allows you to more closely bond and better train them to behave in different territories. Eastnor Castle is one of the few dog-friendly places to allow pets inside as well as outside. Whilst touring the castle, taking in the history and exploring the rooms, your dog can come along for the whole journey.
Discover the breathtaking woodland surrounding the castle. From the Arboretum, that’s as rich in history as it is in greenery, to the Eastnor Tree Trail that spans the entirety of the castle grounds – it’s the perfect playground for a pup to exercise, explore and stimulate their brains.
Dog-Friendly Cafe
Any day out isn’t complete without a stop in the local cafe for a bite to eat or a coffee to refresh. The problem that dog owners face once again is where to leave their faithful friend during the lunch break. Eastnor Castle not only provides refreshment for you but for your dog too, with our Old Sock flavoured Waggy Doggy Ice Cream - available from the Ice Cream Parlour.
Dog walking doesn’t have to be mundane - as we have explored, there are a variety of options to get outdoors for the whole family, including pup. If you are looking for dog days out in the west midlands and the surrounding area, look no further than Eastnor Castle. Set amongst stunning countryside, our dog-friendly venue is the perfect setting to enjoy the great outdoors alongside our rich history and culture. Click here to find out our opening times or get in touch for further information and details.
Eastnor Deer Park
Eastnor Deer Park sits across the road from the castle and is home to an impressive herd of Red Deer. Spanning over 300 acres, the park overlooks the Herefordshire countryside and welcomes dogs and owners alike to trail the various walking routes that span the Deer Park, though we ask dogs to be kept on their leads at all times.
The Woodshed
Visit the Woodshed and enjoy refreshments for the whole family. Serving a variety of hot and cold drinks along with freshly prepared paninis, jacket potatoes and baked goods – the Woodshed is accessible from the entrance to Eastnor Deer Park and is open from 9.30 am until 4.30 pm. The perfect pit stop for you and your furry friend, the café even serves doggy ice cream in its signature Old Sock flavour!
