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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…

  • Padstow Harbour

    Padstow Harbour

    Padstow
    PL28 8BY

    An important and picturesque harbour in town, with many of the fishermen supplying local shops and restaurants and a prominent attraction for visitors to admire the small selection of boats.

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  • Padstow Harbour to Harlyn Bay walk

    Padstow Harbour to Harlyn Bay

    Padstow
    Cornwall
    England
    PL28 8BY

    A challenging walk over rugged terrain with dramatic coastal views and waterfalls along the route.

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  • Walk from Padstow to Harbour Cove

    Padstow to Harbour Cove

    Padstow
    Cornwall
    England
    PL28 8BY

    An easy to moderate walk with a choice of two routes, both with spectacular views and points of historical interest.

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    Image Credits: Jim Champion - CC BY-SA 3.0

    Pedn Vounder Beach

    Penzance

    Dog Friendly

    A breath-taking beach and star of the screen boasting dramatic cliffs, white sand and turquoise waters.

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  • Pelynt and the St West Looe Valley

    Pelynt and the St West Looe Valley

    Jubilee Hill
    Pelynt
    Looe
    PL13 2JZ

    Take this 6.4-mile moderate walk through stunning woodland and country lanes.

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  • penhallam manor

    Penhallam Manor

    Week St Mary
    Holsworthy
    Cornwall
    EX22 6XW

    03703331181

    The ruins of a 13th-century moated manor house nestled in the countryside of Holsworthy.

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  • penrose from across the loe
    Image Credits: Nilfanion - CC BY-SA 3.0

    Penrose

    Penrose Rd
    Helston
    Cornwall
    TR13 0RD

    01326554082

    Explore the farm and woodland that surrounds Cornwall’s largest lake on foot, by bike or on horseback.

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  • waterfall

    Pentargon Waterfall

    St Juliot
    Boscastle
    Cornwall
    England
    United Kingdom

    A stunning waterfall made famous by the work of Thomas Hardy and home to a large group of seals.

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  • pentewan beach cornwall

    Pentewan Beach

    Pentewan
    Saint Austell
    Cornwall
    England
    United Kingdom

    A privately-owned white sand beach sitting between St Austell and Mevagissey that’s perfect for family beach days.

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  • pentire headland

    Pentire Headland

    Newquay
    Cornwall
    England
    United Kingdom
    TR7 1QD

    A refreshing moderate walk with breath-taking coastal views and unusual wildlife.

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