Dog-Friendly Days Out in the North West of England

You're never too far from a dog-friendly day out in the North West with plenty of options for you and your four-legged friend to explore. From dog-friendly pubs and restaurants to beautiful parks and walks, you can easily enjoy days out with dogs in the North. We love welcoming dogs on Northern trains, so book your tickets in advance to save up to 60%!

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Lyme Park, Cheshire

Train station: Disley Station

Distance from train station: 20-minute walk

Fluffy blonde dog on a train platform beside a Northern train Sometimes simplicity is best and nothing beats a day out with your dog surrounded by nature. Located a scenic twenty-minute stroll from Disley, Lyme Park is a magnificent estate surrounded by acres of moorland and gardens, home to a medieval herd of red and fallow deer. Simply wander around the winding paths and admire the very lake that Colin Firth jumped into as Mr Darcy in Pride and Prejudice!

Dogs are welcome at Lyme year-round, but you're asked to respect your surroundings and protect livestock and wildlife. If you'd like to give them a chance to stretch their legs, there is an off-lead area in Knightslow Wood, through to Pursefield Wood. Once you’ve spent a few hours exploring, look forward to some much-deserved refreshments in the dog-friendly Timber Yard Café.

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The Metropolitan, West Didsbury

Train station: East Didsbury

Distance from train station: 17-minute tram journey or 40-minute walk

In the North West, pubs don't get much more dog-friendly than The Metropolitan in West Didsbury. They pride themselves on offering a welcoming space for dogs of all shapes and sizes while keeping the humans happy with quality pub food and drinks. With a menu created just for our furry friends - including 'Bark Brew' beer and 'Paw Star' martinis; dogs can enjoy a little bit of everything here! From muddy paws to happy faces, they pride themselves on welcoming all dogs with open arms, so next time you're in the area, why not stop off for a treat?

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Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Cumbria

Train station: Ravenglass

Distance from train station: 2-minute walk

All aboard! This iconic railway embarks from Ravenglass, a small coastal village (that doubles as a UNESCO World Heritage site), to Dalegarth in the Eskdale valley. The seven-mile journey passes through picturesque hills, including the Lake District National Park, and takes approximately 40 minutes.

Dogs are welcome on the trains, with tickets starting from £2.50, or you can opt for a dog season ticket for just £25, which entitles you to 12 months of train rides in the Eskdale valley! There's also a gift shop and cafés to enjoy with your four-legged friend, as well as stunning walks in the area.

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Windermere Lake Cruises, Cumbria

Train station: Windermere Station

Distance from train station: 25-minute walk

Also in beautiful Cumbria, Lake Windermere is a must-visit for a fantastic doggy day out in the North. Not only can you take your pup on stunning walks around the lake, Windermere Lake Cruises offers a sightseeing tour across the water itself that is dog-friendly! Dogs travel free on all scheduled cruises with no advance booking required. They’re also more than welcome aboard the self-drive motor and rowing boats! En route, why not explore some of the great attractions on offer like Wray Castle or Brockhole Visitor Centre.

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