1 / 8The Royal Oak Exmoor
Winsford, Somerset
Yes. Dogs can stay in most rooms.
A traditional country inn in the centre of Winsford on Exmoor, where well behaved dogs are welcome and eight of the ten bedrooms take them.
In the centre of Winsford, inside Exmoor National Park, The Royal Oak Exmoor began life as a 12th century farmhouse and is now a traditional country inn. It says plainly that it loves dogs, and every well behaved one is welcome, and that makes The Royal Oak a dog friendly inn.
Dogs can stay in eight of the ten en-suite bedrooms. The ten run from kings and twins to a four poster superking suite, each with its own character. Beds are made up with Alpaca duvets and pillows in Egyptian cotton. When you book, ask how many dogs a room can hold and if yours can stay in it alone, as the inn's pages don't say.
Food here is home cooked from locally sourced produce, and the kitchen makes everything it can itself, breads, sauces, desserts and ice creams included. Staying guests don't need to book for dinner, as the inn reserves a table for you. Its pages don't say whether dogs can join you in the bar or the restaurant, so check that before your first evening.
Lunch, dinner and Sunday lunch menus are joined by a pizza menu. The walking with your dog can begin in the village, as Winsford Hill and the Caratacus Stone from Winsford is on Wildpack's map just 0.1 miles from the inn. Dunster Beach, 7.9 miles off, is the closest beach Wildpack lists for dogs.
Facts checked October 2026 from the hotel's own website. Details can change, so please confirm anything important, especially the dog rules, with the hotel before you book.
At a Glance: Dogs
- Rooms for dogs
- Most rooms
- Dogs per room
- The hotel doesn't say
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £25 per stay
- Left alone in the room
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the bar
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the lounge
- The hotel doesn't say
- Eating with your dog
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the grounds
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog extras
- The hotel doesn't say
- Walks from the door
- The hotel doesn't say
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Dunster Beach, 7.9 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Rooms
- Four poster beds and suites
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Royal Oak Exmoor dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in most rooms. This comes from The Royal Oak Exmoor's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Royal Oak Exmoor?
The hotel doesn't say how many dogs you can bring, so check with the hotel when you book.
Is there a charge for dogs at The Royal Oak Exmoor?
£25 per stay.
Can I eat with my dog at The Royal Oak Exmoor?
The hotel doesn't say where you can eat with your dog, so check with the hotel when you book.
Can I leave my dog in the room at The Royal Oak Exmoor?
The hotel doesn't say whether dogs can be left alone in the room, so check with the hotel when you book.
Are there dog walks near The Royal Oak Exmoor?
Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Winsford Hill and the Caratacus Stone from Winsford (0.1 miles), Wimbleball Lake Loop (2.9 miles) and Dunkery Beacon from Dunkery Gate (4.6 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near The Royal Oak Exmoor?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Dunster Beach, 7.9 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
The Royal Oak Exmoor, Winsford, Exmoor National Park, Somerset, TA24 7JE
51.1021, -3.5642
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Walk0.1 mi awayWinsford Hill and the Caratacus Stone from Winsford
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An energetic dog on a lead can cover real ground on this long Exmoor moorland trek, past free roaming ponies and an ancient inscribed stone.
Walk2.9 mi awayWimbleball Lake Loop
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A gentle lake circuit with excellent facilities and high off-lead potential on the woodland paths; good water access for swimming dogs and comfortable year-round.
Walk4.6 mi awayDunkery Beacon from Dunkery Gate
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The highest point on Exmoor with expansive views and high off-lead potential on the open moorland; no facilities and limited parking so come prepared.
Walk5 mi awayTarr Steps Circular
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An easy riverside walk to a magical ancient clapper bridge with high off-lead potential and excellent water access from the River Barle; the Tarr Farm Inn adds a perfect finish.
Walk6.8 mi awayHorner Wood Circular
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One of England's finest ancient oak woodlands with excellent off-lead potential on the woodland paths and good water access from Horner Water; deer present so recall essential.
Attraction7.4 mi awayDunster Gallox Bridge
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A medieval packhorse bridge over the River Avill, with clear shallow water and the Macmillan Way running straight from it for a proper walk with your dog.
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