Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum
Herefordshire
Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum sits on the wooded ridge of Dinmore Hill above the A49 between Hereford and Leominster, and combines ancient semi-natural woodland, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, with a nationally important collection of specimen trees planted from the 1950s onward, and dogs can enjoy full off lead freedom throughout with no livestock here. Herefordshire Wildlife Trust manages the site, and waymarked trails wind through oak and beech woodland past the arboretum's maples, magnolias and conifers, an Autumn Garden of Japanese acers, and a viewpoint looking out over the Herefordshire countryside. The main loop covers around 2.5km on paths with gentle inclines and some narrower, uneven sections, an easy walk of about an hour that suits most fitness levels.
This is a genuinely dog friendly park, with full off-lead walking allowed throughout the woodland for dogs with reliable recall, making it one of the more relaxed sites in Herefordshire for a dog to properly stretch its legs. There is no grazing livestock on site, and the woodland canopy gives good shade in summer, though there are no natural water sources for a dog to drink from, so bring your own. Paths can be muddy after rain, and dog mess bins are provided around the park. The Woodland Cafe has outdoor seating, and the visitor centre has toilets and a car park at the entrance off the A49, with Leominster a short drive away for further dog-friendly options.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 2.5 km (1.6 miles)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Duration
- 55 min
- Walk Type
- Woodland, Park
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- High
- Livestock Risk
- None
- Facilities
- Woodland Cafe (outdoor seating); toilets and visitor centre at the entrance.
- Parking
- Queenswood Country Park car park off the A49, Herefordshire Wildlife Trust, pay and display.
Dog Friendly Stays Nearby
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The Garden House - Broadfield
Sleeps 6 · 2 dogs · Enclosed garden
from £1,050 / 7 nights
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All dog friendly stays in HerefordshireFrequently Asked Questions
Is Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum dog friendly?
Queenswood is a genuinely welcoming spot for dogs, earning a solid 8/10 on our dog-friendly rating. There's no livestock on site, dogs can roam freely throughout the woodland, and the Woodland Cafe has outdoor seating so you can stop for a coffee with your dog beside you.
Can dogs be off lead at Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum?
Yes — full off-lead walking is allowed throughout the park and arboretum, making it one of the more relaxed sites in Herefordshire for dogs to properly stretch their legs. As there's no livestock here, it's a particularly good fit for dogs with reliable recall who benefit from roaming freely through the woodland.
What should I know before visiting Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum with my dog?
The main thing to be aware of is that there are no natural water sources on site, so bring plenty of water for your dog, especially on warmer days. Paths can get muddy after rain, and some sections are narrower and uneven, so it's worth wearing appropriate footwear. Dog mess bins are provided around the park, and parking is pay and display in the car park off the A49.
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