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Dogs are welcome to explore the estate and parkland at Barrington Court with their owners. Wherever you choose to go around the grounds with your dog, please follow the guidance below to make sure that everyone has a great visit. You'll also find out where the dog bins are located and other useful information.
We’ve been working on making it easier for you to find out how dog-friendly your visit will be before you and your four-legged friend arrive. To help with this, we've created a new pawprint rating system and given all the places in our care a rating. You can find this information in the National Trust members’ handbook.
Barrington Court is a two pawprint rated place.
These places have water bowls, dog bins and dog-friendly walks. You’ll be able to take your dog into some areas, but not everywhere. If there’s a food and beverage outlet, you can have a cup of tea with them, probably outside. Read on to discover exactly where you can take your dog.
Dogs are welcome on the estate and in the parkland. Please keep your dog on a lead and stay on the paths while exploring the estate.
If you're out in the parkland, dogs must be kept on a lead when sheep are about. This is to avoid dogs chasing or worrying the resident sheep. If cattle are about, dogs should be kept under close control or on a lead.
Only assistance dogs are allowed inside Strode House, the shop, and formal garden areas. If you are unsure about where you can go with your dog, please ask on arrival.
Our definition of close or effective control is:
We’ve worked with our partner Forthglade to come up with this Canine Code, which helps to make sure everyone can enjoy their day:
Dog waste bins are located on the cricket pitch and halfway down the Avenue.
Find out when Barrington Court is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
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