Why Somerset is great for a dog-friendly holiday
As all dog owners know, our furry friends love the seaside! Chasing balls along the beach, frolicking in the surf or terrorising seagulls, there’s lot for a canine to enjoy, and Somerset is full of doggy highlights.
Below we’ll explore some of the best beaches, country walks, dog-friendly pubs, and restaurants in the area. Needless to say, the seaside towns of Somerset are a dog’s paradise! Our Burnham-on-Sea Holiday Village doesn't permit dogs, but Doniford Bay Holiday Park is the perfect place for a dog-friendly holiday to Somerset. Let's take through the fantastic things for your furry friend to enjoy.
Play fetch on Brean Beach
Brean Beach is a great day out from Doniford Bay and is dog-friendly all year round, with off-lead areas and plenty of golden sand to romp along.
Dogs are welcome on Doniford Bay's main beach all-year-round, which is just as well as you’ll likely have loads of space to enjoy the sights and sounds of the sea together!
West Huntspill riverbank, Highbridge
At West Huntspill, Highbridge, just 20 miles from Doniford Bay Holiday Park, there’s a picturesque walk up the banks of the River Huntspill. You can take a 5km circuit down to the Bristol Channel and back via the opposite bank.
It’s safe to let your dog off the lead here but do look out for egrets, redshanks, and other beautiful birds in the surrounding marshes. While you’re in Huntspill, have a lovely lunch at the Crossways Inn.
Kings Cliff, North Petherton, Bridgewater
If you’re visiting Bridgewater and fancy a wooded walk amongst rolling Somerset hills where you can let your four-legged friend explore, then this is a walk much-beloved of locals. Access it via Cliff Road out of North Petherton and you’ll find a small car park and several miles of wooded trails, including one alongside a stream, which thirsty pets will love.
Dog-friendly restaurants and bars
Here is our rundown of the most dog-friendly eateries and watering holes near the Somerset seaside:
Bay View Café
If you’re looking for somewhere to refuel on the promenade, the Bay View Café is reputedly friendly to well-behaved dogs. On rainy days, they’re even welcome indoors.
Dunstan House Inn
This traditional, friendly pub is very dog positive, with covered outdoor space and plenty of room inside too. They’ll even provide rugs and blanket if it gets a bit chilly outdoors. Tables are bookable if you’d like to dine here too.
The Front Parlour
Whether it’s a Sunday roast or a cream tea on a sunny afternoon, The Front Parlour is a great place to eat with your pet in tow. It’s cosy and stylish and there are stunning views over the Bristol Channel.
The Somerset and Dorset
Here’s another friendly and atmospheric pub which welcomes pooches. The food is reasonably priced pub fare, and you’ll often find live music here at the weekend.
The Railway
This Greene King pub is a great place to eat, and dogs are welcome on the patio outside. Animals are also welcome indoors in inclement weather, according to the owner.
The Victoria Hotel
The Victoria Hotel provides a friendly, relaxed venue to catch a football match while tucking into a burger and a local beer. Visitors report a friendly welcome, for both humans and dogs alike.
Take Two Coffee Shop
Another great Somerset café that welcomes canines is the Take Two. It’s one of the few cafes that allows well-behaved dogs indoors and is popular for both breakfast and lunches.
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Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
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Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be after deduction of the letting income.
‘Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031’ is available at 33 Haven parks excluding Burnham, Cardigan View, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Lydstep Beach, Riviere Sands and Seaview. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance.
“Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” is applicable to new and existing customer purchases of new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed or equivalent or superior grade holiday home purchases made through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to private sales and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. It is available across 40% of eligible Parks and applies when letting a new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home (or equivalent or superior grade for 15 weeks.
An example of how “Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of an Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home at Primrose Valley with a monthly site fee of £585.00 (includes purchasing discount of £45) and monthly letting income of £803.67. The monthly difference equates to £218.67, which will be credited to the owner's account. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and the monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2024 figures.
Modelled assumptions on expected annual site fee and letting income charges over the 7-year lettable life of the Atlas Sahara 3 Bed indicate that under Let2offset it is anticipated that these customers will continue to receive a monthly credit during this period, however, this is not guaranteed. The modelled assumptions are based on the historical performance of Haven over the past 5 years of trading.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.