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Things to do in Cornwall with Dogs

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Uncover the top things to do in Cornwall with dogs

Cornwall is an incredibly popular location for a dog-friendly break, and it’s easy to see why! With over 148 dog-friendly beaches, 412 walking trails and a wealth of attractions, you’ll never be short of things to do in Cornwall with your dog.

Want to treat your pooch to a sandy walk along the coast? Be sure to head to some of the best beaches the county has to offer, such as Porthkidney Beach which allows dogs year round and Pedn Vounder Beach with its cliff-top walks.

Dog-friendly attractions in Cornwall

You’ll be surprised at the sheer number of dog-friendly attractions in Cornwall! From the Eden Project to the Bodmin & Wenford Railway, you can really enjoy a unique day out together.

On a sunny day, you can look forward to venturing to one of the many dog-friendly places in Cornwall too, including Loe Bar and Lizard Point.

Find out more dog-friendly things to do in Cornwall below…

  • Penzance Promenade

    Penzance Promenade Beach

    S W Coast Path
    Penzance
    Cornwall
    England
    TR18 4HH

    A mile-long shingle beach sat in front of the historic promenade at Penzance.

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  • Penzance to Marazion

    Penzance to Marazion

    Penzance Railway Station
    Wharf Rd
    Penzance
    Cornwall
    TR18 2LT

    An easy two-mile walk on a surfaced path suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs.

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  • perran sands beach
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    Perran Sands Beach

    Perran Sands
    Perranzabuloe
    Perranporth
    Cornwall
    TR6 0AQ

    A popular family beach that joins up with other beaches at low tide to create a sandy stretch from Perranporth to Ligger Point.

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  • perranuthnoe beach

    Perranuthnoe Beach

    S W Coast Path
    Perranuthnoe
    Penzance
    Cornwall
    TR20 9NF

    A quiet beach popular with locals sitting next to a charming unspoilt village near Penzance.

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  • Pinetum Gardens
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    Pinetum Gardens

    Holmbush Rd
    Holmbush
    Saint Austell
    Cornwall
    PL25 3RQ

    0172673500

    A family-owned garden in the heart of St Austell offering peace, tranquillity and an array of stunning plant and tree species.

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  • plaidy beach
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    Plaidy Beach

    Looe
    Cornwall
    England
    United Kingdom
    PL13 1LF

    07793485289

    A secluded sand and shingle beach safe for swimming and snorkelling located a short distance from Looe.

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  • Poldhu Cove

    Poldhu Cove

    Mullion
    Helston
    Cornwall
    TR12 7JB

    A sheltered sandy beach on the Lizard peninsula where visitors can learn to surf and discover the site of an important scientific breakthrough.

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  • Polkerris beach
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    Polkerris Beach

    Polkerris
    Par
    Cornwall
    PL24 2TL

    01726813306

    A family beach offering stand-up paddle boarding, sailing and kayaking lessons with nearby eateries and much more.

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  • Poly Joke Beach

    Polly Joke Beach

    Newquay
    Cornwall
    England
    United Kingdom
    TR8 5SE

    A peaceful beach nestled between stunning headlands just five miles from the bustle of Newquay.

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  • polperro beach, looe
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    Polperro Beach

    Polperro
    Looe
    Cornwall
    PL13 2QY

    A small sandy beach nestled on the shores of the idyllic fishing village of Polperro.

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