Eaves Wood and the Pepper Pot
Lancashire
Eaves Wood sits on a limestone hill above the village of Silverdale, in the Arnside and Silverdale National Landscape on the Lancashire and Cumbria border, and is known for its yew trees, some many centuries old, and its outcrops of bare limestone pavement. Ticks are common here from March to October, so check a dog over afterwards, though livestock is rarely seen. This 5km circular walk climbs from the car park on Park Lane through the wood's rough stone paths, with several steep sections and steps, to reach the Pepper Pot, a small domed monument built in 1897 to mark Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. From its clearing the view opens over Silverdale to Morecambe Bay and the Lakeland fells beyond. The paths can be muddy in winter and the limestone slippery when wet, so the going is more demanding than the distance suggests.
This is a dog friendly walk through one of the best known woods in the National Landscape, and a dog with reliable recall has plenty of woodland scent and space to enjoy off the lead on the quieter paths. Livestock is occasionally present, so keep dogs on a lead if you see grazing animals, and the reserve is a known hotspot for ticks between March and October, so check your dog over afterwards. There is no natural water on the route, so carry some for a warm day. Bins for dog waste are provided at the Park Lane car park. Silverdale village, a short walk or drive away, has cafes and a dog friendly pub for afterwards.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 5.0 km (3.1 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 1 hr 30 min
- Walk Type
- Woodland, Historic
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- Moderate
- Livestock Risk
- Low
- Facilities
- No cafe or toilets in the wood; dog waste bins at the car park; cafes and a dog friendly pub in Silverdale village.
- Parking
- National Trust car park, Park Lane, Silverdale (LA5 0UQ); free for NT members, pay and display for others.
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All dog friendly stays in LancashireFrequently Asked Questions
Is Eaves Wood and the Pepper Pot dog friendly?
Eaves Wood and the Pepper Pot is a well-loved dog walking destination in the Arnside and Silverdale National Landscape, earning a 7 out of 10 for dog friendliness. The woodland paths give dogs plenty to explore, and dog waste bins are provided at the Park Lane car park. Silverdale village, a short walk or drive away, has cafes and a dog friendly pub if you fancy a stop afterwards.
Can dogs be off lead at Eaves Wood and the Pepper Pot?
Dogs with reliable recall can enjoy stretches off the lead on the quieter woodland paths, where there's plenty of scent and space to roam. Livestock is occasionally present in the area, so you should put your dog back on the lead if you spot any grazing animals.
What should I know before visiting Eaves Wood and the Pepper Pot with my dog?
The walk is 5km and hillier than it looks, with steep sections, stone steps, and paths that can be muddy and slippery in wet conditions, so it's worth being prepared for a proper workout. Ticks are common in the wood between March and October, so give your dog a thorough check after your visit. There's no natural water on the route, so bring your own on warmer days.
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