Premium Walk

Upton Country Park

Updated: June 8, 2025
Featured image for Upton Country Park

Walk Highlights

Nearest Town:
Poole
Distance:
1.90 miles
Time:
1.00 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

The terrain in Upton Country Park, Dorset, is varied. Paths through the formal gardens and around the main house are generally well-surfaced (tarmac, gravel) and accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Parkland and woodland paths are a mix of gravel, earth, and grass, which can be muddy and uneven after rain. There are some gentle to moderate slopes, particularly leading down to the shoreline. This Dorset park offers a good mix of path types.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe

3-Day Dog Walking Forecast

Loading forecast...
Powered by Open-Meteo

Ground Conditions

No reports yet. Walked this recently?

Dog-Centric Details

Poo Bins Available:
Yes
Secure/Fenced Area:
No
Dog Water Source:
No
Dog Notes:

Upton Country Park in Dorset is extremely dog-friendly and very popular with dog owners. Dogs are welcome in most areas of the parkland and woodland, with many designated off-lead areas where dogs can run freely. Some specific areas, like the formal Walled Garden or inside buildings (cafe, house), may require dogs on leads or not permit them (assistance dogs excepted). Dog waste bins are widely available throughout the park. The park even has a dog wash facility! This Dorset park is a top choice for dog walkers.

EV Charger Nearby:
No
Fuel Station Nearby:
No
Livestock Information:
Off-Leash Policy:
Full Off-Leash
Dog Traffic:
Busy
Seasonal Advice:
Height Restriction:
No
Printable Version:
Upgrade to Plus to Print

About this Walk

Explore Upton Country Park in Dorset, a magnificent historic estate offering over 160 acres of beautiful parkland, shoreline, formal gardens, and woodland, located on the edge of Poole. This popular Grade II* listed park surrounds Upton House (a striking neo-classical mansion, now used for events an...

Unlock the Full Guide

Get precise parking coordinates, the detailed step-by-step route, and the interactive GPS map.

Essentials

Directions & Parking

SAVE 58%
£1.25 /mo*

*Billed £14.99 yearly

  • Unlock Directions
  • View Parking Info
Get Essentials
Most Popular

Plus

Maps & Offline

BEST VALUE
£2.50 /mo*

*Billed £29.99 yearly

  • Everything in Essentials
  • OS Maps & GPS Tracking
  • Offline Mode
Go Plus

Already a member? Log In

Secure Payment 7-Day Money-Back Guarantee Cancel Anytime