Ron Bexel
Things To Do Near Me That Are Dog Friendly – St Ives is one of the most popular places to visit in Cornwall. More than 250,000 people flocked to the picturesque port city in 2019/20. It is famous for its art galleries, including the Tate and Barbara Hepworth Sculpture Garden, and has been a source of inspiration for artists including the ceramicists Bernard Leach, Ben Nicholson and Ben Wallis. Luckily, St Ives has plenty of dog-friendly activities, whether you’re just visiting for the day or staying at one of the town’s many beach cottages.
St Ives can be quite chaotic in the summer as it is the most popular time to visit. This can be difficult for dogs (and their owners!), so you might want to consider visiting when it’s a little quieter. We love nothing more than wandering the cobbled streets in winter, enjoying the twinkling Christmas lights and enjoying a quiet meal by the harbour. Visiting Cornwall with your dog in winter (most of the photos in this post were taken in November) is a very different experience, but no less enchanting.Â
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Cornwall’s Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) was updated in 2020, making most beaches dog friendly in the evenings all year round. From May to September there are still seasonal restrictions in place between 10am and 6pm which apply to most St Ives beaches. The only exception is the tidal beach at Bamaluza, but it can only be reached at low tide.
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For dogs who like more space to run and play, Portkidney Sands is a 10-minute drive away. Here you can even follow the South West Coast Path from St Ives. This is a beautiful, fairly smooth descent to sandy beaches. Fun fact: Portkidney is the only beach in all of Cornwall where Woody will play with us!
If you’re looking for a quieter place away from other dogs, I recommend booking a secure dog-friendly place at the Natural Cornish Pet Hotel in nearby St Erth. The 6 foot high chain link fence is well maintained and checked regularly for holes. The safe zone even has a small forest, running water and a recreation area. This way you can enjoy a cup of coffee while your dog is safely out for a walk.
Like many seaside towns, St Ives is an ideal base for day trips along the South West Coast Path. The course is stunning but technically challenging and heads west towards Zenora and the Penwith Heritage coast. If you go this route, you’ll definitely need the right hiking boots! Alternatively, if you’re heading to Botallack, the road will be smoother, with the added bonus of the old mining architecture dotted along the coast.
The Geevor tin mine at Pendine was the last mine to operate in the St Just mining district. When the plant closed in 1990, it was producing more than 50,000 tons of black sheet metal. The place is now a heritage museum and tourist attraction. Dogs are welcome throughout the area (except the underground mines!) and it’s a great day out for the whole family. Ideal location for a few days in Penzance including St Ives, Mt St Michaels, Land’s End and Porthleven for further adventures.
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Luckily, most pubs in Cornwall are dog friendly; Something that I think should definitely become the norm across the UK! We recently dined at The Lifeboat Inn in the heart of the harbor. Part of the St Austell Brewery group, the pub sells a wide range of Cornish lagers, ales and ciders, including my favourite, Pear Rattler!
Hubbox originally started out as a shipping container in Truro. They have since spread to the southwest. Their St Ives restaurant is located on the harbor and offers a selection of award-winning burgers, craft beers and cocktails. Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Hubbox, although you’ll get pleading looks from under the table when they see the size of your local Cornish beef burger!
A trip to St Ives wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Willie Waller’s Ice Cream Factory. There are over 30 extravagant flavors to choose from, and I don’t even get started on the toppings. Be careful around seagulls: they have been known to bite or steal an entire cone if you’re not careful!
For a snack on the go, look no further than a good old-fashioned Cornish pasty. St Ives Bakery is tucked away on the cobbled streets of Fore Street. This independent, family-run bakery sells handmade breads, cakes and, of course, cakes.Â
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As owners of two spaniels, we often find it difficult to find quality housing for multiple dogs when we’re away. Luckily, Dog Friendly Cottages has you covered! Many of their properties allow up to three dogs. You can also search by city, county, or number of pets you want to take with you! If you’re looking for dog-friendly accommodation in St Ives, Dog Friendly Cottages is worth a try. I recommend The Drift for a weekend getaway for a couple with a dog. But if you’re looking to cruise with family or friends, why not check out the Una Argentum 61 or Trecarrack?
You can even search by property features including Wi-Fi, parking, walled gardens and even a hot tub, or whatever you fancy. Their website covers the whole of the UK, with over a thousand dog friendly hotels in Cornwall alone! As they say, the best things in life are FREE! We love ticketed dog events in London as much as the next puppy’s parents, but not always. Luckily, London has plenty of great dog-friendly activities that won’t cost you a penny, unless you count the Tube/train/bus or boat fare! Dog Friendly London In our latest roundup of 42 Free Things to Do in Dog Friendly London, we’ve got enough free things to do in London with your dog to keep you both busy without draining your bank balance . Read on for tons of (free) inspiration…
Obviously, one of the best free things to do with your dog is to explore one of London’s many parks. We won’t list them all, but here are a few favorites to fill your weekend…
(1-8) Royal Parks. A walk through one (or all) of London’s Royal Parks should be on every Londoner’s bucket list. Choose from Hyde Park, St James’s Park, Regent’s Park, Green Park and Kensington Gardens, Greenwich, Richmond and Bushy Park – all offering very different offerings. There are places in every park where dogs are allowed and there are places where dogs are not allowed (see here), but there are still plenty of places to explore. Technically those are eight different positions, but who’s counting?
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(9) Hackney Marshes. A favorite of many dogs in East London is the Hackney Moors, and if you’re unfamiliar with the area but want to explore it, our friends at Fetch & Follow will take you through our suggested Hackney Moors just for you.
(10) Epping Forest. As stated in the book London Parks Every Dog Owner Should Visit, London’s largest open space is a dog’s dream. With over 2,400 acres to explore, you’ll come back again and again.
(11) Hampstead Heath is north London’s favorite spot to escape the hustle and bustle of the capital, but still have spectacular views of the London skyline from Parliament Hill. It also hosts many of London’s dog-friendly events.
(12) Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park – Visit what’s been called “Britain’s most exciting city park”, stroll along the Lee Valley River or explore the Olympic tracks still standing next to the Lee Valley Cycle Park.
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(13) Battersea Park is home to the stunning Peace Pagoda, with plenty of space for dogs to walk. Battersea Park, above the Albert Bridge or Chelsea Bridge, is one of our favorite London parks.
Typically, London landmarks aren’t dog-friendly, and we understand why, but that doesn’t mean you can’t use them as a backdrop for “that” photo for the ‘gram. Here are some of our favorite London attractions for dog posing…
(14) Buckingham Palace. While Her Majesty clearly loves dogs, we’ll have to make do with plenty of outdoor photo opportunities. Our favorite is from the Victoria Memorial wall opposite the main gate. Watch out, pups, you might suddenly find yourself a tourist attraction in the process.
(15) Tower Bridge. Although dogs are allowed on Tower Bridge (people will have to pay to visit), we think the photos are better from the outside and there are great views, like the one by the river near the sundial. At the St. Catherine docks.
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(16) Notting Hill is one of the most legendary and colorful areas of London, ideal for a photo walk.
