Dog Friendly Walks & Beaches in Somerset

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.

A countryside loop along the western edge of the Bath Skyline with long views over farmland and woodland rather than city streets.

A vast, wild stretch of sand backed by dunes with year-round access, far fewer restrictions than Burnham and an extraordinary spaciousness.

A Wiltshire canal and riverside walk from Bradford-on-Avon to the Avoncliff Aqueduct, with a valley pub to finish.

A longer route above Cheddar Gorge following quieter woodland and downland paths, delivering dramatic views while avoiding the busy gorge road.

A short, punchy Mendip climb to a limestone crag with 360-degree views over the Somerset Levels and the Bristol Channel.

A steady climb onto the exposed Dundry Hills ridge finishing at Maes Knoll Iron Age hillfort, with expansive views across Somerset and towards Wales.

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.

A limestone gorge walk through ancient woodland in the Mendips, with a scrambling section and surprisingly wild atmosphere.

A Somerset river and castle walk following the Frome beneath the ruins of Farleigh Hungerford's medieval fortifications.

An unexpectedly wild-feeling limestone gorge just south-west of Bristol, with narrow paths weaving between rock faces and dense woodland.

A walk around one of Somerset's most impressive Iron Age hillforts with wide views and the golden Ham stone underfoot.

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.

A fossil-rich pebble and rock beach below the Quantock Hills with year-round access and one of the best fossil-hunting sites in Somerset.

A sheltered loop dropping into Nightingale Valley before climbing through ancient woodland above the Avon Gorge, surprisingly peaceful for its proximity to Bristol.

A varied coastal and marshland walk with good facilities at the characterful harbour village; the flat terrain suits dogs of all fitness levels.

A Quantock Hills classic combining dense ancient woodland with the open moorland around Beacon Hill, big views towards Exmoor.

A chalk downland walk above the Westbury White Horse with the Iron Age Bratton Camp hillfort and wide views over the Vale of Pewsey.

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.

A broad loop through mature woodland and the wider landscape of Kings Weston Downs, starting close to the estate entrance.

A pebble beach on the Somerset coast with year-round access, views across the Bristol Channel to Wales and the Blue Anchor pub as reward.

A long sandy beach below Brean Down headland with year-round access in the quieter sections away from the caravan parks.

A flat canal towpath walk on the historic Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, with a lock and waterside meadows throughout.

A traditional resort beach with the shortest wooden pier in the world and seasonal dog restrictions, good for off-season walking.

A flat reservoir circuit near Cheddar with Mendip hill views and good year-round conditions on the level path.

A quiet pebble and sand beach at Dunster near the edge of Exmoor National Park with year-round access.

A spectacular fossil-hunting beach below the Quantock Hills with striking rock formations, year-round dog access and no restrictions.

The start of the South West Coast Path with a wide sandy and pebble beach, seasonal restrictions but good off-season access.

A gentle riverside loop beneath the striking Pensford Viaduct, combining meadow paths and quiet rural lanes with a relaxed profile.

A wild shingle beach on the Exmoor coast with year-round dog access, backed by salt marsh and the dramatic hills of Exmoor.

A demanding Exmoor coastal loop with spectacular views and charming tea rooms; steep terrain and livestock on the farmland sections require fitness and attention.

An open moorland walk on the Quantock Hills with heather and bracken views, quiet and surprisingly remote.

A Somerset Levels nature reserve walk across raised bog with boardwalks over open water, rich in wading birds and dragonflies.

A gentle loop through the wooded valley around Willsbridge Mill, linking into the historic Dramway Path with old stonework and flowing water throughout.

A remote and geologically fascinating pebble beach on the Quantock coast, with striking rock formations, fossil hunting and year-round dog access.

A fossil-rich rocky beach below the harbour town of Watchet, with year-round dog access and heritage railway connections.

A traditional English seaside resort beach with the world-famous Grand Pier and seasonal restrictions for dogs on the main sands.

A wild and quiet pebble beach on Bridgwater Bay with year-round dog access, wide open space and views across the Bristol Channel to Wales.