Alnwick
Alnwick is a market town in Northumberland centred on a medieval castle that doubled as Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films. The town also has a large second-hand bookshop in a former railway station and the landscaped Alnwick Garden.
Taking your dog to Alnwick
- Beach access
- Year-round
- Dog walks
- 2
- Dog-friendly pubs & cafes
- 21
- Nearby towns
- 4
13 council-verified beaches nearby
Always check ahead before travelling
Closest: Alnmouth, 4.8 miles
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum
Howick, Northumberland
1 mi · Easy
Howick Hall Gardens & Arboretum near Alnwick does not admit pet dogs; only assistance dogs are allowed in the gardens and arboretum, per the venue's official FAQ. Owners planning to visit are directed to nearby day-care (Happy Hounds Kennels, about 2 miles away). This listing should be treated as unsuitable for a dog walk pending any policy change.
The Alnwick Garden
Alnwick, Northumberland
1 mi · Easy
The Alnwick Garden permits leashed dogs on Thursdays and Sundays (Dog Days) and along one daily walkway between two entrances; general garden access is otherwise dog-free. Maximum two dogs per visitor, on lead throughout. Paid parking (£3.75/day, free for Blue Badge holders) is on site. Confirmed via the Garden's official FAQ and Dog Days page.
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