Couple walk a brown and white dog on a lead on lush green grass with Fountains Abbey ruins in the background — Walking at Fountains Abbey | © National Trust / Chris Lacey

Dog-friendly places in Yorkshire

We love dogs in Yorkshire. Whether you're planning a day out at a stately home or in the countryside, you and your canine companion will receive a warm welcome at lots of places across the region, including Fountains Abbey, Nostell, Marsden Moor and the Dales.

Dog visiting Fountains Abbey in the summertime

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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden

At Fountains Abbey, there are plenty of places to discover and some lovely long walks to enjoy with your dog through the gardens, Abbey and deer park.

Dog on a lead at Nostell Priory in West Yorkshire

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Nostell

Choose your walk at Nostell, from a stroll around the Lower Lake to a challenging loop around the parkland. There's even a dog run area, to let your pooch run free off the lead.

Small dog looking happy on grass on a lead with owners feet and legs visible

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Beningbrough

Enjoy much of the formal garden with your dog – discover the ha-ha walk, pergola, double and south borders and the American garden, as well as miles of paths through the parkland.

Visitors walking their dogs in the garden at Sizergh, Cumbria

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Hardcastle Crags

There are over 15 miles of footpaths to discover at Hardcastle Crags with your dog. Have a short stroll through the woodland or a challenging hike up the valley.

Dog sitting in the grass next to its owner, on Marsden Moor, West Yorkshire

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Marsden Moor

With miles of footpaths and open moorland landscape, Marsden Moor is a great place to take in some fresh air and explore with your dog.

Visitors and their dog enjoy a walk on Lady Lucy's Avenue

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Wentworth Castle Gardens

Explore the gardens and parkland at Wentworth Castle Gardens with your dog. Afterwards, take a seat in the dog-friendly area inside the Long Barn Café, or sit outside if you prefer.

A man walking with dogs on the Pennine Way

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Yorkshire Dales

There are loads of options for walkies across the Yorkshire Dales – all of our walks have dog-friendly options, with miles of footpaths to explore, trees to sniff and grass to roll in.