Activities
Things to Do in United Kingdom with Your Dog
National Trust land, the Countryside Code, seasonal beach bans, and London's Royal Parks.
- 87% of National Trust places welcome dogs in some capacity.
- Open Access land: dogs must be on a lead from 1 March to 31 July every year.
- Seasonal beach bans (roughly May–September) are set locally, council by council.
Guides in this topic
4 guides · updated October 2026
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National Trust Land
87% of National Trust places welcome dogs, graded by a pawprint rating from outdoor-only up to full indoor café access.
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The Countryside Code & Right to Roam
A fixed-date rule, not a judgement call: dogs must be on a lead on Open Access land from 1 March to 31 July, every year, livestock present or not.
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Beaches & Seasonal Bans
Set locally, beach by beach and council by council, not by one national law — always check the specific beach before a summer visit.
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Royal Parks & City Parks
Generally off-lead-friendly if your dog is under control — but Richmond and Bushy Park require a lead during deer birthing season, strictly.