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DOG-FRIENDLY DAYS OUT KENT

DOG-FRIENDLY DAYS OUT KENT


Ashford Designer Outlet

Ashford

Ashford Designer Outlet, Kimberley Way, Ashford Kent TN24 0SD
Dog-friendly shopping, eating and drinking at Ashford Designer Outlets check for the paw print in store windows to find out which stores welcome dogs. There is a water fountain next to Guest Services and pop in for some doggy treats! Dogs on leads and do clean up otherwise have fun!

Cafe Nero, Pret and Starbucks are listed on the website as being dog-friendly but there may be other eating places do let us know!

Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery

Canterbury

on Facebook
01227 931131
kay@badgershillfarm.co.uk
Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery, New Cut Road, Chilham, Canterbury Kent CT4 8BW
Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery has pop up shops and a selection of farm animals.
  • dog friendly seating inside café and outside
  • shopping village with outside seating and coffee shack
  • dogs allowed everywhere on site except restaurant (extension to café)
  • play park set in a large field
  • large garden centre

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Tunbridge Wells

on Facebook
bedgebury@forestryengland.uk
Bedgebury Road, Goudhurst, Cranbrook, Kent TN172SJ
Dogs are welcome on-site; they must be kept on a lead in the pinetum and around the children’s play trail

Betteshanger Country Park

on Facebook
info@betteshangerparks.co.uk
250 acre woodland and open trails. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times.

Boathouse Cafe

Isle of Sheppey

Bartons Point Coastal Park, Marine Parade, Minster on Sea Isle of Sheppey Kent ME12 2BE
Dog-friendly Boathouse Cafe at Bartons Point open weekends from March 2026 hires for the water a bit later in the season. Check their Facebook page The Boathouse Cafe - Bartons Point for current information

Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury

canterbury-cathedral.org
Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts, Canterbury Kent CT1 2EH
Canterbury Cathedral is now dog friendly! Four-legged friends can now enjoy both the grounds and inside the Cathedral on a lead. Only assistance dogs are permitted at services though!

Canterbury Punting Co.

Canterbury

Water Lane, Canterbury, CT1 2NQ
Dogs are welcome especially in a private tour.

Chiddingstone Castle

Tonbridge Tunbridge Wells

chiddingstonecastle.org.uk
Chiddingstone Castle TeaRoom, Hill Hoath Road, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge Kent TN8 7AD
Dogs on leads are welcome in Chiddingstone Castle grounds, tea Room and gift shop entry to the grounds is free (parking payable on Ringgo). Grounds open daily with the exception of private events

Dog Advisor Kent highly recommends, you can explore the beautiful grounds, enjoy the tearoom, enjoy a little tour around Chiddingstone village accessible from the castle grounds or if you're feeling adventurous enjoy a circular footpath walk from the castle, you can find walks on our DOG WALKS KENT Enjoy!

Grounds open all year round tea room and gift shop open seasonally

Deal Pier Kitchen

Dover & Deal

Deal Pier, Beach Street, Deal Kent CT14 6HY
Deal Pier is dog friendly and Deal Pier Kitchen is at the end serving Brunch and Lunch daily and Steak and Lobster Friday and Saturday evenings with outdoor takeaway shack for coffees and snacks

Dover Castle

Dover

on Facebook
dover.castle@english-heritage.org.uk
Castle Hill Road, Dover, Kent CT16 1HU
One of the most famous and enduring symbols of England, standing on top of the iconic White Cliffs. Dogs on short leads are allowed in the vast outdoor grounds. Keep Cafe and the Tunnels end of the Naafi are pet-free zones, dogs can turn left in the Naafi restaurant to join their humans at our plentiful, pet-friendly, Pocket Pistol tables. Doggy Ice Cream available too

Go2Sea Boat Trips

Ramsgate

on Facebook
go2sea123@gmail.com
East Pier, Ramsgate, Kent CT11 8LS
Family friendly seal spotting boat trips. Small and medium dogs are warmly welcomed and must be mentioned at time of booking.

Goodnestone Park Gardens

Canterbury

Canterbury, CT3 1PL
15 acres of historic gardens. Dogs are welcome in all of the gardens except the Walled Garden. One well behaved dog on a short lead per visitor allowed.

The Old Dairy Café can be found in one of the original Goodnestone Estate Dairies. Converted in 2017, it has retained the original features of the building. There is a beautiful indoor seating area with plenty of space as well as additional outdoor tables within the courtyard. You will find the cafe at the entrance to the gardens. (please note you do not have to visit the gardens to use the Cafe). Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in both the cafe and the gardens. One dog per visitor.

Cafe open Wednesday to Sunday, 10.00 – 17.00, Gardens open daily

Goodnestone Park Gardens

Canterbury

Goodnestone Park, Canterbury, Kent CT3 1PL
15 acres of historic gardens, Dogs are welcome in all of the gardens except the Walled Garden. One well behaved dog on a short lead per visitor allowed.

Photo credit Visit Kent

Grove Ferry Inn - River Stour Kent

Canterbury

Grove Ferry Road, Canterbury Kent CT3 4BP

Thank you Rox and Dude for this recommendation!

Lots of parking. Gate closes at 8pm. Easy access to the river via a jetty. BYO or you can hire from Canoe Wild. Beautiful place to sup or canoe. Dude absolutely loves it. Grove Ferry Inn is also dog friendly with a dog menu. It's closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Information correct as at Spring 2025 but do check before you travel!

Gusbourne Vineyard Kent

Ashford Tenterden

on Facebook
01622 809763
gusbourne@gusbourne.com
on Instagram
gusbourne.com
Kenardington Road, Appledore, Ashford Kent TN26 2BE
According to Gusbourne Vineyard, they "love welcoming four-legged friends! Dogs are very welcome to explore our grounds (on a lead, please) and relax with you in our outdoor hospitality areas. Inside The Nest, dogs are allowed on the ground floor, where we offer our tasting flights. Our Estate Tours, Icons Experiences, and other ticketed events held upstairs are for humans only. We can’t wait to see you, and your pup, very soon!"

Herne Bay Pier

Herne Bay

Central Parade, Herne Bay Kent CT6 5JN
Herne Bay Pier is dog friendly various retail huts, rides and food huts

Hever Castle and Gardens

Edenbridge

info@hevercastle.co.uk
Hever Road, Hever, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7NG

We welcome dogs in the grounds as long as they’re kept on a lead at all times and in all areas of the grounds including Lake Walk, Woodland Walk, the jousting field and even on the Rowing Boats. Dogs are not allowed inside the cafés, restaurants, shops, Castle, mazes, play areas or Festival Theatre. There are water bowls provided for them at both our Moat Restaurant and at the Guthrie Pavilion Café where there is also outside seating.

Parking is free and accessible parking is available. There is more than one car park. On arrival, you will be met by staff to guide you to the car park that is open for use.

Italianate Glasshouse in King George VI Memorial Park

Ramsgate

on Facebook
janicedadds@gmail.com
Montefiore Avenue, Ramsgate, Kent CT11 8BD
Restored Glasshouse open from 1st April to September 30th. Dogs are welcome.

Kearsney Abbey Gardens

Dover

on Facebook
kearsney.parks@dover.gov.uk
Alkham Road, Temple Ewell, Dover, Kent CT16 3DZ
Dogs on leads welcome. In the area on the opposite side of the lake to the café, dogs are allowed off leads.

Lillyput Mini Golf

Broadstairs

on Facebook
info@lillyputt.com
Victoria Parade, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1QL
12 hole mini golf course and Tea Garden Café. Dogs on leads are welcome.

Little Fant Farm

Maidstone

Sunflowers
on Facebook
07521 242190
littlefantfarm@gmail.com
on Instagram
littlefantfarm.online
Farleigh Lane, Maidstone Kent ME16 9LY
Little Fant Farm is located on the outskirts of Maidstone with stunning valley views on a 'Darling Buds Of May' family farm. Sonya's Farm Tea Barn is open Thursday to Sunday daytime and summer evenings Thursday, Friday and Sunday (6-9pm).

PYO Farm PYO season begins in late July/early August with Sunflowers (as at 24th July 2026 10-4 Thursday to Sunday and check socials for Sunset Sunflower Picking and plums - Pumpkin Patch is open every weekend from September through to the end of October

Free entry & parking - Dogs welcome on leads (don’t miss our doggy ice cream!) - Little Fant Farm is the perfect countryside escape for families – wander through the orchards and gardens, meet the animals, and relax in our friendly farm café.

No need to book

Lympne Castle

Hythe

The Street, Lympne, Hythe Kent CT21 4LQ
Lympne Castle is very dog friendly, no charge for going into the grounds and inside the castle note it may be closed for a private event. If it is open The Good Knight inside the castle is dog friendly open from midday with a good roast dinner on a Sunday apparently and you can get a picture of your dog with a knight! The Naughty Dog cafe is part of Lympne Castle entrance on the outside of the castle. Lympne Church next door has beautiful views of the sea from the churchyard and the Lympne Village Recreation ground is handy for a runaround if you're going for a meal at The Naughty Dog or The Good Knight and want an exercised dog! Subject to village sports events. Lympne Castle circular dog walk on our CAFE PUB DOG WALKS KENT page. Lympne is a true hidden gem enjoy!

Manston Golf Centre

Ramsgate

on Facebook
info@manstongolf.co.uk
Manston Road, Manston, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 5BE
Golf complex with 9 holes, an adventure course, state-of-the-art driving range, shop & terrace café. Dogs on leads welcome.

Meopham PYO

Gravesend

Sunflowers
on Facebook
07521 242190
hello@meophampyo.co.uk
on Instagram
meophampyo.co.uk
Ifield Road, Meopham, Gravesend Kent DA13 0QH

Friendly dogs welcome
Free entry, no booking required, as at July 2026 open weekends for PYO including Sunflowers check out their socials as hours and PYO change seasonally

White Finch bakery will have hot drinks and lots of tasty treats

Sunflowers * Gooseberries * Strawberries * Apples * Blackcurrants * Sweetcorn * Plums * Pears * Pumpkins * Squash * Christmas Trees

Friendly dogs welcome. No booking required, free admission, White Finch bakery open (also dog-friendly), do bring bags and/or boxes to take your produce home in

Meopham PYO say "We are a dog friendly farm so why not bring the family down to have a walk round the farm, pick your own fruit then enjoy a tea and a slice of cake at White Finch Tea Rooms.

You can find White Finch Tea Rooms and Bakery on the DOG FRIENDLY CAFE BAKERIES KENT page complete with interactive map!

Merriments Cafe and Gardens

Hawkhurst

merriments@caravantech.co.uk
Hawkhurst Road, Hurst Green, Etchingham TN19 7RA
Merriments Garden is a vibrant four-acre haven celebrated for its rich seasonal colour and imaginative planting schemes. With an on-site café serving homemade meals, it’s the perfect destination for those seeking inspiration, tranquility, or simply a delightful day out immersed in horticultural creativity.

Mount Ephraim Gardens

Faversham

on Facebook
info@mountephraimgardens.co.uk
mountephraimgardens.co.uk
Mount Ephraim Gardens, Staple Street, Faversham Kent ME13 9TX
Open April to October Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holidays. Well behaved dogs on leads welcome in the gardens and in the tea room which also has outside seating. You are also welcome to bring a picnic. Closed 17-25 August 2026

Options for staying at Mount Ephraim get in touch to find out which options are suitable for dogs

River Medway Canoes

Maidstone

on Facebook
admin@river-medway-canoes.co.uk
River Medway Canoes, Wateringbury, Maidstone, Kent ME18 5ED

Dog friendly Canoe, Kayak, Stand Up Paddle Board and Self Drive Motor Boat Hire

Please note that for canoes, kayaks and stand up paddle boards you would have to get out at lochs and also manage your dog! Without wanting to put a dampener on it!

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

New Romney

on Facebook
01797 362353
rhdr.org.uk
New Romney Station, 2 Littlestone Road, Littlestone, New Romney Kent TN28 8PL
Dogs are welcome on the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch steam railway. Check the timetable as it's weekends only (and half term) until Easter weekend 2025. Dogs travel free. Free parking when you take the train and End of the Line restaurant at Dungeness is dog-friendly (do check if there are specific areas when you are there). Or hunt out dog-friendly The Britannia Dungeness. Dungeness Beach is dog-friendly all year round. Enjoy!

Scotney Castle

Tunbridge Wells

scotneycastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 8JN

We welcome dogs on short leads at Scotney. They are allowed in the garden, shops, tea-room and on the wider estate which provides miles of beautiful walking.

Dog bins are provided, water bowls are available, fresh running water is outside the walker’s toilet, we serve doggy ice cream and the staff love to share their supply of doggy treats.

Collect your pooch passport from Visitor Reception on your next visit.

Please note that to guarantee entry to Scotney Castle you need to book your parking space in advance of your visit via the Scotney homepage or the National Trust app.

Sissinghurst Castle

Weald of Kent

on Facebook
01580 710700
sissinghurst@nationaltrust.org.uk
nationaltrust.org.uk
Sissinghurst Castle, Biddenden Road, Cranbrook Kent TN17 2AB
Pictured Alan from Kent Canine Rehabilitation HQ enjoying a bit of doggy parkour at Sissinghurst Castle!

According to the National Trust website there are more than 450 acres for your dog to explore out on the estate around Sissinghurst Castle Garden with lakes to jump into and wide-open fields.

Sissinghurst Castle welcomes well behaved dogs on leads around the estate and inside the Old Dairy Café, Plant Shop, and main Shop. Only assistance dogs are allowed inside the garden due to conservation purposes, and inside the vegetable garden to meet Food Hygiene Safety standards.

Dogs on leads are welcome around the wider estate at Sissinghurst. Please keep your dogs under close control at all times when near livestock.

450 acres and a cafe will do us nicely thank you Sissinghurst!

Spa Valley Railway

Tunbridge Wells

spavalleyrailway.co.uk
Tunbridge Wells West & Eridge with intermediate stations at High Rocks & Groombridge
Dog-friendly Steam & Heritage Diesel trains operate throughout the year between Tunbridge Wells West & Eridge with intermediate stations at High Rocks & Groombridge. Dogs not allowed in any food areas :-( Full details of parking etc. on the website depending on which station you board at.

Strokes Adventure Golf

Margate

on Facebook
Sea View Terrace, Westbrook, Margate, Kent CT9 5BJ
18 hole adventure golf course with sea views. Fun for all ages and dog friendly.

The Crab Museum, Margate

Margate

on Facebook
info@crabmuseum.org
9 Broad Street, Margate, Kent CT9 1EW
A free, fun, family friendly museum open Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

The Pup Cup Doggy Cafe

Tonbridge

on Facebook
07701 322628
info@thepupcup.co.uk
on Instagram
dougsdoghouse.co.uk
154 High Street, Tonbridge, Kent
Tonbridge's very own dog café on 3 floors, open 9am to 5pm every day, The Pup Cup is where you can unwind, sip on your favourite coffee, and enjoy the company of fellow dog lovers. Great bakes, games, shop upstairs, self serve dog wash. Can also use as workspace

Tonbridge Castle

Tonbridge

Castle Street, Tonbridge, TN9 1BG
950 year old medieval castle. Dogs on leads are welcome in all areas of the castle and grounds. Dog treats available in the gift shop

Tonbridge Rowing Boats

Tonbridge

The Big Bridge, High Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1DR

Hire a rowing boat in Tonbridge Kent

Dogs go free!

Whitstable Castle

Whitstable

enquiries@whitstablecastle.co.uk
Whitstable Castle, Tower Hill, Whitstable Kent CT5 2BW
Whitstable Castle cafe is dog friendly downstairs in the wooden floor section dog treats available to buy, no charge to go in gardens and castle

Whitstable Vintage Lifeboat Trips

Whitstable

vintagelifeboat@outlook.com
Harbour Street, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1AB
Well behaved sea dogs are welcome on our Round the Bay trips

DOGGY SWIMMING!

DOGGY SWIMMING!

Head to Kent Canine Swim in Cliffe Woods Rochester or book one of the unique doggy swimming events listed in the Doggy What's On!

Indoor Doggy Swimming Pool

Alexandra from Kent Barn Hunt and Flawless Paws Dog Food's gorgeous dog loving its life at Kent Canine Swim Indoor Doggy Swimming Pool, Kent's only indoor doggy swimming pool.

Open Water Doggy Paddle

My Dog Advisor inspo and I Toby love the water to the extent that I headed round the M25 to go open water swimming together with TriSwim at Chipstead Lake at one of their Doggy Paddle sessions. Keep an eye on the Doggy What's On for Kent for the next TriSwim Doggy Paddle.

We didn't manage a selfie the both of us but I was swimming too!