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Dog-friendly days out in Gloucestershire

12 listed · best reviewed first

Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Gloucestershire

Westonbirt The National Arboretum

Tetbury

Westonbirt The National Arboretum

★ 4.7 (9,984)

Home to an extraordinary living collection of 15,000+ trees, this stunning arboretum offers engaging family trails through beautiful woodlands. Fully accessible with pushchairs, wheelchairs welcome, dog-friendly, plus onsite dining.

Pittville Park

Cheltenham

Pittville Park

★ 4.7 (4,706)

This sprawling Cheltenham green space offers something for everyone, from children's play equipment and sporting facilities to picnic spots and an onsite restaurant, all with accessible paths and ample parking.

Birdland Park and Gardens

Cheltenham

Birdland Park and Gardens

★ 4.5 (4,987)

Meet Britain's only King Penguins at this charming wildlife park featuring exotic birds and interactive exhibits. Family-friendly with wheelchair access, picnic areas and dining options available.

Corinium Museum

Cirencester

Corinium Museum

★ 4.7 (1,186)

Discover Roman Britain at this fascinating Park Street museum where families can explore ancient treasures and mosaics, with onsite dining and baby facilities to keep everyone comfortable during your visit.

Cotswold Country Park and Beach

Cirencester

Cotswold Country Park and Beach

★ 4.2 (2,349)

This family-friendly lakeside park features a sandy beach area perfect for picnics, plus an onsite restaurant, parking and toilets, though wheelchair access is limited.

Cotswold Water Park & Beach

Cirencester

Cotswold Water Park & Beach

★ 4.2 (2,349)

Spanning 150 tranquil lakes across 40 square miles, this expansive waterside destination offers families endless outdoor adventures with onsite dining and a dedicated beach area.

Batsford Arboretum

Moreton-in-Marsh

Batsford Arboretum

★ 4.6 (1,179)

Young adventurers will love wandering through this enchanting woodland filled with hidden wildlife habitats and babbling brooks. Pushchair-friendly paths make it perfect for families with little ones.

Beechenhurst

Coleford

Beechenhurst

★ 4.4 (689)

Explore woodland adventure trails perfect for children at this scenic Forest of Dean spot, complete with parking, dining options and excellent facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing.

Bourton on the Water Mystery Trail

Cheltenham

Bourton on the Water Mystery Trail

★ 4.6 (284)

Explore the charming village streets on this self-guided detective adventure that takes families through Bourton's scenic spots while solving clues and puzzles together along the way.

Cheltenham Montpellier Treasure Trail

Cheltenham

Cheltenham Montpellier Treasure Trail

★ 4.4 (353)

Solve clues and discover hidden secrets as you explore Cheltenham's elegant Montpellier district on this family-friendly outdoor adventure along The Promenade. Pack a picnic and enjoy a self-guided quest through one of the town's most beautiful areas.

Sandford Parks Lido

Cheltenham

Sandford Parks Lido

★ 4.4 (353)

This beloved Cheltenham outdoor swimming spot features exciting water slides alongside dedicated pools for younger visitors, plus onsite dining and convenient parking facilities.

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

Lydney

Forest of Dean Sculpture Trail

★ 5.0 (74)

Wander through woodland discovering imaginative artworks from giant wooden vessels to contemporary forest figures, with family facilities including accessible paths, restaurant and baby changing at Beechenhurst.

Quick answers

How many dog-friendly days out are there in Gloucestershire?+

We list 12 in Gloucestershire. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which dog-friendly days out in Gloucestershire are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Westonbirt The National Arboretum (4.7/5, 9,984 reviews), Pittville Park (4.7/5, 4,706 reviews) and Birdland Park and Gardens (4.5/5, 4,987 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.

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