Find dog friendly attractions and places to visit near you, in Hardway, Hampshire and the surrounding area. For you and your dog to enjoy a day together.
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Dog friendly attractions and places to visit in Hardway
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWightlink Isle of Wight Ferries
Wightlink Ltd
Gunwharf Road
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 2LA
- Dogs travel free
- Dedicated pet areas
- 3 routes to the Isle of Wight
- Travel with a car or on foot
The Isle of Wight is one of the most dog-friendly places in Britain. There are walks galore, sandy beaches for running and swimming, glorious countryside to explore and plenty of pet-friendly pit-stops for when the humans need refuelling. Dogs travel free on Wightlink's three… Read more
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♡ Favourite♥ SavedVentnor Botanic Garden
Undercliff Drive
Ventnor
Isle of Wight
PO38 1UL
- Spread across 22 acres of gardens
- Water bowls around the Garden
- Open all year round
- 30,000 sub-tropical plants & trees
- Food & drink available
Open all year round, although we are closed on Christmas Day, Ventnor Botanic Garden boasts an impressive collection of over 30,000 rare and sub-tropical plants and trees. Spread across 22 acres of gardens, our plantings are based on geographical regions from around the Globe.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedAppuldurcombe House
Wroxall
Isle of Wight
PO38 3EW
- English Heritage
- Dogs on a lead allowed
- Assistance dogs welcome
If you’re planning to visit the Isle of Wight, take a trip to Appuldurcombe House and don’t forget the nearby falconry centre for a fun filled family day out. The shell of Appuldurcombe, once the grandest house on the Isle of Wight, is an important example of English baroque… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWest Dean Gardens
West Dean Gardens
West Dean
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0RX
- Dog friendly day out in Chichester
- Nestled at the foot of the South Downs
- One of the greatest restored gardens
- Visit England-endorsed restaurant
Nestled at the foot of the South Downs, West Dean Gardens is one of the greatest restored gardens open to the public today. Visitors can explore a wide range of features on a gentle walk around the grounds. From surreal trees to the restored walled garden, West Dean Gardens… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedChichester Cathedral
West Street
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 1PX
- Drop in or group guided Tours
- Stunning architecture & grounds
- Cafe & shop
- Explore the gardens
- Centre of life for over nine centuries
Step into iconic moments of English history: the Roman market city of Chichester; King Henry VIII’s Dissolution of the Monasteries (1530s); the Civil War and siege of Chichester (1642) and much more. At Chichester Cathedral medieval stone carvings sit alongside world famous… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedEastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway
Lakeside Country Park
Wide Lane
Eastleigh
Hampshire
SO50 5PE
- Miniature Steam Railway
- Dogs travel free
- Dogs allowed in all areas including Cafe
- Excellent for children and Dogs
Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway is a popular attraction near to Southampton, perfect for a day out with the kids at the weekend or during school holidays. Our steam trains run from the main station at Eastleigh Parkway to Monks Brook Halt, offering the opportunity to visit the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWeald and Downland Living Museum
Town Lane
Singleton
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 0EU
- Dog friendly Museum
- 40 acre site with woodland trails
- Explore over 50 historic buildings
- Dog friendly waterside cafe
The Weald & Downland Living Museum – a hidden gem in the South East, quintessentially British in a picture perfect setting. We are a museum for those who want to see, touch and even smell what life was really like for people living in years gone by. Come and discover our… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedMid Hants Railway Watercress Line
The Railway Station
Station Road
New Alresford
Hampshire
SO24 9JG
- Dogs travel free on our line
- Steam and Diesel train rides
- Four stations to explore
- Country walks
Travel through the beautiful Hampshire countryside along our 10 mile line by steam or heritage diesel between Alresford and Alton. Hop on and off at any of our four period stations and explore. Get up close and personal to our locos in the Loco Yard at Ropley, take a look at… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedFort Brockhurst
Hardway
Hampshire
PO12 4DS
- Vital harbour against a French invasion
- Largely unaltered
One of a number of forts built in the 1850s to protect Portsmouth and its vital harbour. Largely unaltered, the parade ground, gun ramps and moated keep can all be viewed. Portchester Castle -… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedPortchester Castle
Portchester
Hampshire
PO16 9QW
- Originally built in the late 3rd century
- Wide open grounds & castle courtyard
With beautiful views across the harbour, Portchester Castle is the ideal solution for young families with dogs needing space to enjoy their walks. Dogs on leads are welcome at Portchester. Please… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedKing James's and Landport Gates, Portsmouth
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 2EJ
- Two ornamental gateways
- Built in 1760
Two ornamental gateways, once part of Portsmouth's defences. King James's Gate (of 1687) has been moved, but Landport Gate, designed by Hawksmoor (1760) as the principal entrance to Portsmouth,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedYarmouth Castle
Yarmouth
Isle of Wight
PO41 0PB
- One of Henry VIII’s coastal fortresses
- Great picnic spots on the island
You and your four legged friend will love exploring the grounds of Yarmouth Castle. Why not take advantage of the magnificent picnic spots on offer with views over the Solent. Dogs on leads are… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCarisbrooke Castle
Carisbrooke
Isle of Wight
PO30 1XY
- Quintessential romantic castle
- Far reaching panoramic views
Visit Carisbrooke Castle and experience over 800 years of history! With its beautiful gardens and grounds you will be able to enjoy a relaxing stroll with your dog. Dogs on leads are welcome at… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedTitchfield Abbey
Titchfield
Hampshire
PO15 5RA
- First built in the 13th century
- Grand turreted gatehouse
The ruins of a 13th-century Premonstratensian abbey, part of its church converted into a grand turreted Tudor gatehouse. Dogs on leads are welcome - contact site for any restrictions. Assistance… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedNetley Abbey
Netley
Hampshire
- Built by the Cistercian monks
- Inspiration for Romantic writers & poets
The most complete surviving Cistercian monastery in southern England, with almost all the walls of its 13th and 14th-century church still standing, along with many monastic buildings. Though under… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSt Catherines Oratory
Blackgang
Isle of Wight
- Tall medieval octagonal tower
- Built in 1328
A tall medieval octagonal tower, allegedly a lighthouse, built here in 1328 as penance for stealing church property from a wrecked ship. Affectionately known as the Pepperpot, it stands on one of… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedHurst Castle
Hurst Castle
Keyhaven
Milford on Sea
Keyhaven
Hampshire
SO41 0TP
- Best day out for dogs - and their owners
- Offers stunning 360 panoramic views
Hurst Castle is a very dog-friendly destination. Dogs on leads are welcome to explore the castle with their owners and are also allowed on the ferry. With dog walks a-plenty, including along the spit… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWolvesey Castle (Old Bishop's Palace)
Winchester
Hampshire
- 12th century palace
- Stone's throw from Winchester Cathedral
Begun as a 12th-century Norman keep and bailey castle, the palace was the chief residence of the Bishops of Winchester. Situated next to Winchester Cathedral, its extensive ruins reflect their… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBishops Waltham Palace
Bishop's Waltham
Hampshire
SO32 1DH
- 12th and 14th century buildings
- You can enjoy a picnic in the grounds
The ruins of a medieval palace (together with later additions) used by the bishops and senior clergy of Winchester as they travelled through their diocese. Winchester was the richest diocese in… Read more
