Planning an outdoorsy trip this summer? We know how frustrating it can be when you've found the perfect escape and then realise the hotel and surrounding countryside don't accept furry friends.
Thankfully the Inn Collection Group takes all the stress away, with a multitude of dog-friendly inns, bed and breakfasts and hotels all in handpicked locations across the UK.
Below we've selected a range of beautiful inns where your pooch can roam free without any issue.
Dog-friendly escapes for your summer getaway
The Bamburgh Castle Inn, Seahouses (Northumberland)
Located in the heart of the picturesque coastal village of Seahouses, The Bamburgh Castle Inn is a previous gold award winner with the North East England Tourism Awards and finalist in the Great British Pub Awards. Expect hearty home-cooked food, a relaxed seaside atmosphere and historic charm.
Paw-friendly activities
From the inn, you're not far from some of the UK's most beautiful coastlines. Amble with your dogs off-lead between Seahouses and Bamburgh, or walk the coastal path towards Beadnell. You could even book a dog-friendly boat trip to spot seabirds, seals and puffins around the Farne Islands.
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The Swallow Falls Inn, Betws-y-Coed (North Wales)
Less than two miles from the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coad in Eryri National Park (Snowdonia), this traditional coaching inn is surrounded by dramatic landscapes, forest trails and flowing water. If you're after a cosy hotel stay or a camping break with your furry friend, you'll find plenty of warm Welsh hospitality here.
Paw-friendly activities
Swallow Falls makes a good starting point, with wooded trails along the River Llugwy where dogs can paddle in clear waters. Eryri National Park is filled with forest paths or more challenging mountain routes if you'd like a more vigorous workout for you and your pooch.
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The Swan, Grasmere (Lake District)
Built in 1650 as a historic coaching inn, The Swan is one of the oldest hotels in Grasmere, Cumbria. It was mentioned in William Wordsworth's 1806 poem The Waggoner and was recently awarded the county winner of the Pub and Bar of the Year. It's position at the heart of the Lake District makes it a convenient place for an active walking holiday with your furry friend.
Paw-friendly activities
The Swan makes it easy to get straight out onto the fells. Easedale Tarn is a popular route, as are Grasmere's surrounding hills or its village, home to a relaxing lakeside wander.
Book your stay at The Swan Inn
Enjoy a two-night bed and breakfast stay with dinner included on your first night.
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The Kingslodge Inn, Durham (County Durham)
A cosy gem surrounded by the peaceful woodland of Flass Vale, it's hard to believe the Kingslodge Inn is a hotel in Durham's city centre. It has all the benefits of its central location, but its laidback atmosphere lends it the feel of somewhere more restful. If you needed any more reasons to stay, it was named by The Times as one of the '20 best places to stay in the UK with a dog'.
Paw-friendly activities
Begin with a relaxed riverside walk along the River Wear, circling the cathedral peninsula with beautiful views of this UNESCO World Heritage site. The Durham Dales offer a more rugged experience, where trails and open landscapes lead to High Force waterfall and a happy dog in the process.
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The Black Swan, Helmsley (North Yorkshire)
Once a main stopping point for weary stagecoach travellers, The Black Swan has a history dating back to the 15th century. Made up of an Elizabethan building at one end, a Tudor structure at the other and a Georgian house in between, it's a delightfully characterful stay.
Paw-friendly activities
Helmsley is a perfect base for visiting Helmsley Castle, Rievaulx Abbey and the Helmsley Walled Garden. The nearby moors offer expansive views and heather-lined trails, too.
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Whether you're planning a more relaxed outdoorsy escape or a more intense series of hikes, The Inn Collection's dog-friendly stays make it easy to explore the UK's beautiful countryside together.
