The National Trust looks after the nation's coastline, historic sites, countryside and green spaces, for the benefit of everyone.
Here, we take a look at 20 of the best dog friendly walks at National Trust Estates, which you can enjoy yourselves.
Walks
Castle Fraser, Aberdeenshire
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A great place to experience the atmosphere of Scotland. The grounds have a number of easy to follow trails and are a fantastic place for your dog to enjoy. Dogs can be off-lead anywhere, with the exception of the courtyard and play area. This route, at 4.6 miles, covers parkland, farmland and goes through woodland.
Culzean Castle, Ayrshire
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Culzean Castle sits on top of a cliff surrounded by 297 acres of managed woodland and 17 miles of beautiful paths. There is a five-mile route from the Ayrshire Coastal Path in Maidens that goes to Culzean Castle’s country park over rocky clifftops and through woodland, with views of the castle.
Gibside, Tyne and Wear
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A short, circular dog friendly walk where you can enjoy an adventure in Gibside's 600 acre woodland. There are 15 miles of paths for dogs on a lead to explore at Gibside's. The Avenue is a half-mile wide alleyway of lawn with trees on either side, and is home to over 200 trees, including sycamore and oak.
Florence Court, Co Fermanagh
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Florence Court welcomes dogs to explore all areas of the grounds, with lots of opportunities for exploration on trails through woodland and beside streams. The 5.6 mile Florence Court Red Trail offers some fantastic views across Fermanagh.
Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire
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You can explore the 3,800 acres of natural woodland with your dog at Clumber Park. Beginning at the car park, you will walk through fields and quiet woodlands. Keep an eye out for historic aspects, such as the grotto and the Pleasure Ground, created in the 18th century to offer sheltered places to enjoy views across the lake.
Hardwick Hall, Derbyshire
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With 2,500 acres of parkland to explore, this walk leads you on a three-mile loop, with views of Hardwick Hall from the far side of the valley. Dogs on leads are welcome across the estate, which is still a working farm and home to many varieties of sheep.
Gunby Hall, Lincolnshire
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Throughout Gunby gardens and in the grounds and courtyard, dogs are welcome. The walk, from Gunby Hall to Bratoft Manor route, heads around the estate and parkland. The disused East Lincolnshire railway line is on the route.
Sheringham Park, Norfolk
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Follow the seven-mile Sheringham Woodland and Coastal Walk through parkland, woods, fields and along the cliff edge, with views out over the sea. There is a huge variety of trees, bird and animal life here.
Blickling Estate, Norfolk
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Blickling Estate in Norfolk has over 4,600 acres to explore, and the parkland on the estate is a great place to take your dog on a walk. The Jacobean mansion and ancient yew hedges are situated at the centre of a magnificent garden and historic park.
Dudmaston, Shropshire
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The six-mile Captain Geoffrey’s Woodland Walk takes you through a working estate that dates from Norman times. Captain Geoffrey Wolryche-Whitmore took over the estate in the early 20th century and saved it from ruin.
Kinver Edge, Staffordshire
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A walk around the borders of Staffordshire and Worcestershire, progressing through woodland and allowing spectacular views of the surrounding counties from Kinver Edge high sandstone ridge, along with the remains of an iron age hill fort.
Anglesey Abbey, Cambridgeshire
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Anglesey Abbey is a country house in the village of Lode, north-east of Cambridge. The house and grounds are owned by the National Trust, and you and your dog can enjoy the trails surrounding the property, but unfortunately not the house and gardens themselves. This walks takes you past Lode Mill and through the Cambridgeshire countryside.
Sutton Hoo, Suffolk
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This is the Sutton Hoo Long Walk trail. The walk covers a hugely mixed landscape, from grassland to woodland. The area is part of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Marloes Peninsula, Pembrokeshire
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This is a beautiful heathland peninsula, with stunning views over the Pembrokeshire coast. The area has lots of seabirds, such as puffins and guillemots. It provides great views as you head out on the Marloes Peninsula Coastal Walk, as you look out to sea.
Bath Skyline, Somerset
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A short, circular walk from Bath city centre, out to the countryside of the Bath Skyline. This walk has stunning views across the city, along with a mixture of hidden waterways and Georgian history.
Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
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At 400ft deep and three miles long, Cheddar Gorge is England's largest gorge, with dogs being welcome across the site. This walk starts from the National Trust information centre in the village. It is signposted as the Cheddar Gorge Walk. The route climbs uphill, with sweeping views over the gorge.
Baggy Point, Devon
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A circular walk along both sides of Baggy Point and over the top of the headland, with breathtaking coastal, sea and farmland views. The walk looks out onto Woolacombe Beach on the one side, and down to Croyde Beach on the other.
Standen, West Sussex
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Explore acres of woodland and meadowland on the wider Standen estate in West Sussex. The walk here, the Standen to Kingscote Bluebell Railway Walk, passes by Standen Rocks, which is a great spot to grab some lunch, with great views across the reservoir.
Boscastle, Cornwall
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This walk sets out from the picturesque seaside village of Boscastle. A short, gentle walk around Boscastle Harbour, allowing you to take in the river and ancient harbour. You will experience some great views of the sea and coast.
Corfe Castle, Dorset
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A circular dog walk from Corfe Castle, onto Corfe Common. Corfe Castle is a village in Dorset, and is the site of a ruined castle of the same name. The village and castle stand over a gap in the Purbeck Hills.
