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Go Do Your Thing, with your dog

We love dogs as much as you do, so there’s no reason why you should leave your four-legged friend(s) at home – as you board one of our trains and embark on adventures that are guaranteed to get tails wagging.

From a pint in pooch-friendly pubs, to cultural days that are suitable for canines, read our useful guides and discover the best dog friendly days out in the North West, North East and Yorkshire. As well as tips for travelling with dogs from Actress and Dog Behaviourist, Kate Lamb.

 

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Dog friendly days out in the North West

Pups & Cups Bistro in Old Swan, Liverpool, is the city’s first restaurant dedicated to delivering a pawsome experience for canine customers, with ample space for dogs to runaround and make friends in the Pup Garden, before tucking into dog-friendly treats ...
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Dog friendly days out in the North East

Whitley Bay Beach is one of the many beautiful beaches found in the North East. Home to a glorious stretch of golden sand, this Blue Flag awarded beach is primed for long walks along the coast in the company of your four-legged friend. Seasonal restrictions ...
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Dog friendly days out in Yorkshire

Few places, the world over, are as primed for long walks with the dog than God’s Own Country. But what’s a walk without a revitalising post-stroll pint? In Yorkshire, it just so happens you’re more than spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a pooch-friendly ...
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Tips for travelling with dogs

We've teamed up with actor and dog behaviourist, Kate Lamb, to bring you some great advice when travelling on the train with your furry friends If you’ve never taken your dog on the train, are a new dog owner, or you and your pooch just need a little ...
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Dogs on the beach

We joined forces with Pets as Therapy to celebrate what they do and encourage people to make the most of beaches across the north of England. From October beaches are once again open to dogs, giving you a great excuse to hop on the train and visit some of ...
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Can you take dogs on trains?

There’s no doubt that we are an animal-loving nation, with dogs often being our best friends. So it’s only natural that we want to take them on fun adventures, and these often start by catching the train. Northern welcomes well-behaved pets and many ...
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