Free Northumberland Coast Dog Friendly Guide

 

Looking for a great location for dog friendly coastal holidays in the UK?

Plus 2 Dogs highly recommend the beaches of glorious Northumbria - the majority of which welcome dogs all year round, not just in the summer!

The Plus 2 Dogs labradors Tobi & Meg particularly loved Bamburgh Beach - see the photo!

Northumberland Coast have produced a free, downloadable leaflet with guidance on taking your dogs to the beach and it includes details on the (only) 2 beaches which do have seasonal restrictions -
* Blyth
* Newbiggin By The Sea

Find out more at:

http://www.ntads.co.uk/documents/coast-dog-guidance.pdf

 

Find out more about dog friendly holidays on the Plus 2 Dogs website

 

 

 

Dog Friendly Snowdrop Walks

Snowdrop Walks With Dogs

With February just around the corner and signs of spring appearing in gardens and parks already, the snowdrops have been putting on a show in some areas a week or so earlier than expected.

As January draws to a close we begin to enter the more 'traditional' snowdrop season and these pretty little flowers are a great excuse to grab the dogs ( and  family & friends!) and head off to the woods to enjoy some wintery sunshine.

Plus 2 Dogs has listed below some great dog friendly spots to visit to see snowdrops in all their glory...

 ·         Painswick Rococo Garden in the Cotswolds
·         Hartland Abbey & Gardens, Devon
·         Mere House, Kent

• Rode Hall & Gardens, Cheshire

• Hodsock Priory, Nottinghamshire

To search for other snowdrop woods near you try these websites but remember to check with individual establishments that they welcome dogs:

* Great British Gardens

* National Trust

 

Dog Friendly Cumbrian B&B

Beech Hill House B & B, Witherslack, Grange over Sands, Cumbria 

'Close to the lakes - away from the crowds' .......

Beech Hill House B&B is totally dog friendly providing a dog bed if required, water bowl and 'goodies basket' with treats!

The B&B has 3 spacious en-suite rooms with king-size beds designed with your comfort in mind, 2 doubles (1 with private balcony with table and chairs and steps leading to a private part of the garden onto the drive) while the third is a double/twin/family room.

Walks from the front door, a dog friendly village pub 50 yards along the road and with being in the South Lakes there is the entire Lake District and South Lakes Furness Peninsulas to explore along with the Yorkshire Dales and North Lancashire with their associated walks, attractions, mountains, hills, fells, waterfalls and beaches.

Number of Dogs - Any (within reason)

Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs

 

Dog Friendly Holidays In Devon

The Kingston Estate - Kingston House, Staverton, Devon

The sense of peace and calm at the Kingston Estate makes for a perfect family holiday, weekend escape or romantic honeymoon, yet with a myriad choice of excursions and natural wonder on the doorstep - and it's all pet friendly too.

Kingston Estate consists of the main house, gardens, 9 cottages and leisure facilities which include a relaxing sauna, Jacuzzi, swimming pool and gym. 

Dogs are provided with a water bowl, towel, throw, some essential bags and even welcome treats. Whilst Claude the resident Great Dane enjoys meeting friendly dogs for romps in the paddock by arrangement!

Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs

Dog Friendly Holidays





Discover dog friendly beaches

Looking for dog friendly holiday ideas, inspiration and accommodation?

The Plus 2 Dogs website has lots of dog friendly accommodation - specialising in holiday properties which will accept 2 or more dogs per booking, not just limiting it to 1 dog as many do!

Plus 2 Dogs has information on:

• Dog friendly travel guides for areas of the UK
• Lots of dog walking ideas - woods, coast, seasonal etc
• Ideas for dog friendly places to visit in the UK
• Dog friendly holiday accommodation - from cottages to holiday parks and B&Bs to camp sites

Find out more on Plus 2 Dogs and plan your dog friendly holiday or day trips for 2012

Dog Friendly Cornish Cottages

Summercourt Cottages, St Martin, Looe, Cornwall

Summercourt is home to six 17th century stone built barns and haylofts converted to comfortable and well equipped cottages in an Area of Outstanding Natural Landscape on the SW Coastal Path in Cornwall.

The dog friendly cottages are set in a courtyard and offer gas central heating, oven, fridge, microwave, iron and other equipment you would associate with a tourist board four star rating.

Summercourt offers you a relaxing environment with the availability of local places of interest and attractions so you can enjoy a peaceful and happy holiday

Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs
Number of Dogs - 2/3

A Spot Of Canine Retail Therapy

Plus 2 Dogs has recently discoverd Kind4k9 which offers innovative, quality products for dogs and is owned and managed by Sarah Matthews Bsc (hons) Msc (CABC) an experienced dog behaviorist and trainer and a full member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors.
The Kind4k9 website stocks a number of brands that are not found on the high street including:

*Tuffys dog toys
* West Paw Design toys - which are eco-friendly and guaranteed against dog  damage
*Happy Tails Canine Spa Line which is a range of natural grooming products!
* Jolly Pets durable dog toys
* Chuck it ball launchers and a wide range of balls
* Lupine collars and leads that are guaranteed to last
* An impressive range of dog toys, ID tags, dog safety and training equipment plus much more.

http://www.kind4k9.co.uk/

New Year Dog Walking

When the weather is less than kind, the wind blowing a gale, the heavy rain is being blown horizontally and the sun refuses to put in an appearance it can require a lot of willpower to take your dogs out for their daily walkies.

You may even have dogs who are less than keen to venture outside themselves if the weather is looking wet and windy but, just to fit in with the whole New Year, fresh start, healthy living resolutions and all that, Plus 2 Dogs thought it would pass along the following motivating info from Heart Research UK on the benefits to all (including the pooch!) of getting out and enjoying a bracing winter walk, no matter what the weather...

• Kick start the day with a heart healthy walk with your canine companion. Any brisk walk of at least 10 minutes can count towards your recommended 30 minutes a day and is equal to around 1,000 steps. 
• Up the pace of dog walks and reap the benefits in a reduced waistline and stronger heart.  Playing games like Frisbee and tug of war will keep that tail wagging and keep your heart working towards a healthier you.
• 
   A dog can make the ideal running or cycling buddy. Unlike a friend or colleague, a man’s best friend won’t cancel on you, give excuses, moan about the weather or slack off the pace.  Some dogs are more obedient than others however you do need to take care if you’re running or cycling with a lead. 
• Interaction with your four legged friend helps boosts endorphins and lowers stress levels, which is great news for your mental health as well as your blood pressure.

If you don’t own a dog then why not offer to help at your nearest shelter for abandoned and mistreated dogs?  Having a commitment will help you maintain the regular exercise that your heart and your new found friend need.

You can plenty of dog walking ideas on http://www.plus2dogs.co.uk/

Dog Friendly Cornish Carvan Site

Roselands Caravan and Camping Park, Dowran, St Just, Penzance, Cornwall

Roselands caravan and camping holiday park in Cornwall is a traditional 4 star family run caravan and camping holiday park with holiday homes which is dog friendly and safe for children too.

Spend evenings with new friends in the kids games room and onsite bar, along with the resident owners who bring a happy, relaxed and friendly approach to the park.

Roselands caravan and camping park is developed to a very high standard situated near St Just ,Cornwall, six miles from Penzance.


Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs
Number of Dogs - up to 3

Dog Friendly Walks All Year Round

Looking for places where you can walk your dog and enjoy some great scenery at the same time? Off on your holidays this year and looking for dog friendly places to visit and beaches which welcome you and your canine companions? Planning some day trips and want to find dog friendly walks, attractions and pubs?

The Plus 2 Dogs website is packed with dog friendly walk ideas and inspiration including:

• Seasonal dog walks all over the UK - Fancy a snowdrop walk? Bluebells? Daffodils? Autumn colour? Somewhere cool and shady to walk your dog on hot summer days? Via the seasonal walks page on our website (and on this blog as well as on Facebook) you'll find seasonal dog walking ideas
• The dog friendly walks page on Plus 2 Dogs has links to some great organisations that can help you find walking information all over the country - from forests at your holiday destination to woodlands near where you live
• National Parks are brilliant places to explore and many of them have special dog walking information on their websites, you can link to these via our own Walks page on Plus 2 Dogs
• We also have our unique dog friendly travel guides on our website, free to access, you can find information on dog friendly beaches, walks, attractions and much more

• Heading to the Lake District this year? Check out our special mini-website on Squidoo which is packed with dog friendly information on this gorgeous part of the country

Looking for dog friendly holiday ideas, inspiration and accommodation? Then take a look at Plus 2 Dogs!

The Plus 2 Dogs website has lots of dog friendly accommodation - specialising in holiday properties which will accept 2 or more dogs per booking, not just limiting it to 1 dog as many do!

Dog Walking - National Trails

Dog walking ideas from Plus 2 Dogs

There are currently 15 National Trails in England and Wales, with 4 trails in Scotland, and these carefully managed long distance trails can be walked in many different ways:



*Some people walk the whole length over the course of a weekend or week, using the trail as a walking holiday.

*Some people share the goal of completing the full route but do so in more manageable little sections and eventually complete all parts over a few months or even years.

*Another option is to make a day trip out of walking just one part of a route and enjoy a great day of walking with your canine companions - friends and family welcome too!  You could choose a section of a trail to walk from A to B, arranging for a lift from a friend or using public transport to get back to your start point, alternatively you could plan a circular walk if the trail links in with other footpaths or you could just retrace your steps and enjoy the scenery from the other direction!

The National Trails website outlines the various trails and gives details of where you can find out more specific details from various trail officers.

Special Offers Til Easter At Dog Friendly Accommodation

Laskill Grange, Nr Hawnby, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

Special deal until  Easter, book for a 3 night stay and pay for 2

Laskill Grange offers B & B plus luxury self catering cottages on the glorious North Yorkshire Moors. An ideal base from which to discover the countless delights of North Yorkshire - a region of dramatic moorland, spectacular scenery, hidden dales, pretty villages and stunning coastline. In the heart of James Herriot and Heartbeat Country, enjoy peace and tranquility. Lots of places of historical interest and stately homes nearby. York only 45 minutes away. A walkers paradise, with lots of excellent eating places locally.

Number of Dogs - Any

Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs

Early Booking Discounts At Dog Friendly Cottage

Willow Farmhouse, Llanddewi Velfrey, Narberth, Pembrokeshire

Offering a 10% discount for bookings secured by 31st Jan, and a 10% discount for june bookings!
Just mention Plus 2 Dogs when making your booking with Willow Farmhouse to receive the discount


 Set in the heart of the rolling West Wales countryside, Willow Farmhouse is the perfect dog-friendly holiday home. A 15 min. drive from local beaches, this fully restored 3-bedroomed Victorian stone cottage has original wood-beamed ceilings, old pine floorboards, woodburning stoves and many other authentic features.

Exclusive to guests, the extensive grounds include a large meadow (great for fun walks and play with the dogs), a sunny private walled rear garden and lawn/patio area with outdoor dining facilities. 

Co-owner Jenny Thomas runs the Willow Tree School for Dogs nearby, where training and/or fun agility sessions are available, bookable in advance. Jenny's website is www.godt.org.uk/Trainers/jenny.htm.

Number of Dogs - Size dependent, open to discussion

Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs

Special Offer Rates At Scottish Dog Friendly Hotel

SPECIAL OFFER FOR WINTER

Craigerne Hotel, Newtonmore, Scottish Highlands

***£25 for Bed and full Scottish Breakfast (only £20 for continental breakfast)

***Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at £45 per person.

Craigerne Hotel has en suite rooms, bar area and choice of comfortable lounge areas with open fire and wood burning stove as well as a drying room for wet gear.

Craigerne is in Newtonmore near Aviemore, perfectly placed to enjoy all that the Cairngorm National Park has to offer.  Situated in the village the hotel is a 2 minute walk to the shops and bars offering a choice of other places to eat.

For further information and booking:

Craigerne Hotel, Newtonmore,  Tel 01540 673 281, Mob 07588 640 089, craigerne.house@btconnect.com http://www.craigernehotel.com/

NB: THIS SPECIAL RATE IS AVAILABLE THROUGH THE HOTEL'S “BUSINESS FRIENDS” Please quote Plus 2 Dogs when contacting the hotel re these special offers.

Note: Craigerne is also available as self catering large holiday house for let by the week and for short breaks (Sleeping 20 or more).

Craigerne Hotel is on the Plus 2 Dogs dog friendly holidays website

Special Offer - 1 night free in Yorkshire Dog Friendly B&B

Old Mill Hotel, Yorks

The Old Mill is currently are offering 1 nights accommodation free for stays of 3 nights or more; plus they also offer couples who stay for 1 night, eat in the A La Carte restaurant and order a minimum of 2 courses each - a free bottle of house wine!

The Old Mill Hotel & Restaurant, Mill Lane, Langtoft, Yorks

 Tel: 01377 267284                  http://www.old-mill-hotel.co.uk/ 

A small family run country house hotel set in the tranquil Yorkshire Wolds surrounded by open fields and rolling countryside. The hotel has nine luxury en-suite rooms and a restaurant serving meals at lunchtime and evenings.

Dating back to the 17th century, The Old Mill was formerly the farmhouse attached to the corn mill. Now the authentic charm has been retained fully whilst at the same time incorporating present day requirements in the form of comfortable en-suite guest bedrooms, the A La Carte restaurant, an impressive bar, banqueting facilities - all in this perfect location overlooking the Yorkshire Wolds!

Recently upgraded to 4 star by "Visit Britain" inspectors, they have a relaxing bar area and guests can sit here with their dogs and eat if they wish. They serve locally brewed cask ales. The restaurant is renowned locally and one of the specialities is the steaks sourced from the local Givendale herd in Pocklington. The car park is secure and floodlit and is ideal for a final bedtime dog walk. There is a charge of £10 per dog for the duration of your stay.

Number of Dogs - Any

Find out more on the dog friendly holidays website Plus 2 Dogs

Dog Friendly Welsh Country House B&B

Pentre Mawr, Llandyrnog, Denbigh, Wales

http://www.pentremawrcountryhouse.co.uk/

 

Pentre Mawr, a dog friendly hotel in Wales

Molly, Maisie, and Millie, the lovely resident collies, are looking forward to welcoming new four legged pals and their human slaves to their AA highly commended 5 star country house set in 190 acres in the beautiful Vale of Clwyd near the medieval town of Denbigh in North Wales where a genuine welcome awaits them.

There are Hot Tubs Suites, Safari Lodges (also with hot tubs) and superior rooms in this lovely Georgian house. There is an awarding winning restaurant and a heated salt water swimming pool and best of all 3 acres of gardens where woofs and their friends can play football and wander free to their hearts content, and when the human slaves have finished dinner you can even come and join them in the drawing room.

Pentre Mawr is set in fabulous walking country and lifts to the old Roman road and picnics are always available. So what's keeping you?

Number of Dogs - No limit!

Find out more on the Plus 2 Dogs dog friendly holidays website