5 Things To Do With Your Dog In Cornwall This Summer

Have you dreamt of bringing your furry-friend on holiday with you? Sometimes it’s hard to navigate what locations are dog-friendly, but there’s no better place than Cornwall, when it comes to exploring with your beloved pet. Whether you fancy leaving pawprints in the golden sand of Cornwall’s beaches, or wandering through the calming woodlands, your four-legged friend is guaranteed to have the waggiest tail with these five activities.

Beaches

If your pup loves to wade through the waves, or perhaps just watch them flow by, it’s important to check that your favourite beach allows dogs, especially in the summer seasons. Remember to leave only your pawprints.

1. Perranporth Beach is dog-friendly all year round, so feel free to bring your excited sea dog during any season!
2. Watergate Bay also allows your furry friends to roam the beach whenever, with no seasonal bans.
3. Grebe Beach loves dogs as much as we all do, so there are no restrictions on bringing your pet, when you mosey along this stretch of sand.

Woodlands

Maybe your dog isn’t a fan of the salty sea and you want to explore the sights of flora instead. Check out these dog-friendly locations, perfect for an afternoon stroll.

1. Lahnhydrock has plentiful walks to offer. The Respyn Circular Walk takes you through glorious woods, and even has designated areas for your pup to bathe alongside the kingfishers!
2. Tehidy Woods welcomes over nine miles of charming trails, which all weave around the magical woodlands. In the North Woods, your dogs are free to roam with no limits.
3. Trevaylor Woods is a gorgeous route, often described as a hidden gem, and is perfect for your dog to play around the spectacular greenery.

Coastal Paths

Many of Cornwall’s beautiful hikes are connected to the South-West coastal path, which pans for miles around idyllic beaches and coves. Your furry-friends will love an adventure across these exciting treks. 

1. Camel Estuary offers incredible views of Rock and Daymer Bay, for you and your canine pal to admire together.
2. Porthkidney Sands is a dreamy hike through the dunes, with expansive views of St Ives, that your furry sidekick is sure to love.
3. Mullion Cove exhibits the historic harbour, as well as cliff-top scenes of Lizard Peninsula, making it an ideal location for you and your dog to stroll along. 

Gardens

One of Cornwall’s main attractions are its distinguished gardens, which are visited by plant-lovers and agricultural enthusiasts all year round. Why not get your pup involved in sniffing around the flower displays?

1. Duchy of Cornwall Nursery is a fantastic location for garden devotees, with its range of flowers, shrubs and ferns. Not to mention that it’s dog-friendly!
2. Trebah Garden welcomes your dog, with its array of sub-tropical flora and fascinating flourish of colour, that may seem otherworldly to your furry friend.
3. Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens are freckled with a display of exotic plants, alongside its unique sculptures, which feed into the landscape, where your dog can meander the paths surrounding these exhibits.

Healey’s Cyder Farm

Cornwall is known for its love of cider, so why not learn all about it at Healey’s Cyder Farm? Discover how its made, by taking a tour of the brewery and even try some free samples whilst you’re there. Although your pup isn’t permitted to go into the production halls, they are welcome to join other activities around the farm, which include spoiling yourself in the restaurant, or even taking a tractor tour around the attraction. Maybe don’t share your cider with the pups, though!

Our Dog-Friendly Staycations

At Cornish Gems, we’ve got a selection of dog-friendly holidays, which your pooch is sure to love. These gems are spread across all corners of Cornwall, so take your pick!

1. The Willows: With 40% off in our summer sale, this country home is perfect for large families. With the adjoining meadow on your doorstep, dogs and children can play freely and enjoy the outdoor breeze. Nestled just outside the town of Fowey, you can explore maritime history and hike across the neighbouring coastal paths.

2. Gull Cottage: This peaceful cottage is the ideal waterfront location for a couple and their furry family member, who can’t resist diving into the nearby sea. Tucked away in the picturesque town of Mousehole, this home is positioned in the perfect setting for a beach day with your pup. Don’t miss out on 20% off this Gem, during our summer sale.

3. Trewartha Cottage: Unplug from the stresses of life and take residence in this wonderful cottage, with your family or friends, and, of course, your dog. This home away from home is tailor-made for nature lovers, with dog-friendly beaches only a mere distance away, in hot-spots such as Perranporth.

4. Hir Barn: A family retreat, tucked away in the lesser-trodden path of Flushing, with 20% off this summer. This exquisite Gem is a quiet space for families and their furry friends, and is walking distance from a banquet of pubs, shops and a relaxing beach. Your pup would love walkies in the peaceful village of Flushing.

5. Molesworth Manor: Bring the whole family together, including your dogs, in this luxurious, celebratory home. Whether it’s an anniversary, a birthday, or perhaps just a treat, this manor guarantees a unique staycation, just outside of Wadebridge. Enjoy living the high life this summer, with 10% off.

Now you’ve got your paw-fect bucket list, book your dog-friendly staycation in Cornwall this summer, whilst our sale lasts. Experience the best locations with your furry friends, whilst retreating in your very own gem.