19th July 2019

Dog Friendly Walks North Yorkshire Moors and Coast

It goes without saying that North Yorkshire is a hiker’s paradise, with its sweeping bays, world famous moorlands and epic coastline and we think it’s only fair that our four-legged friends get to explore too.

Whether you want to let them run like the wind or pop into a few pooch-welcoming establishments along the way, here are some of our favourite dog friendly walks across the North Yorkshire Moors and Coast.

Runswick Bay

With its red roofed cottages, Runswick Bay is one of the North Yorkshire Coast’s prettiest destinations. The beautiful beach, which once provided anchorage for fishing boats, is now a family favourite for fossil hunting and rock pooling and it’s a great place for swimming, if you don’t mind towelling down before you get back in the car. Admire the breath-taking sea views at Kettleness Point, before making your way along the golden sand and onto the rocks (if you’re feeling adventurous) or head to the picturesque village and pay a visit to The Royal Hotel, which is dog friendly inside and out.

Flamborough Head

This beautiful three-mile circular coastal walk between Filey and Bridlington Bay takes you on a mini-tour of spectacular scenery, epic chalk cliffs and a lighthouse (or two) and there’s plenty of space for a good run.

Staithes

Get some North Sea air on this 4-mile circular walk around the Yorkshire Heritage Coast. Set off from Staithes harbour, weaving in and out of the winding alleys, cobbled streets and harbourside cottages, before you take the Cleveland Way National Trust Trail up to Port Mulgrave and enjoy the wonderful coastal views. You can let your loyal companion loose to run ahead through the fields and woodland by the small hamlet of Dalehouse and if you’re thirsty, pop into The Cod and Lobster or The Royal George for a quick pint, they love dogs.

Clay Bank

This 3-mile woodland route in the Cleveland Hills offers lots of space to run and incredible views across the Cleveland plain, with landmarks like Roseberry Topping and the Captain Cook Monument in the distance. Why not stop to recharge at Greenhow Plantation, where you can escape the sun and let loose for much of the route. Thirsty? Make the short walk to The Buck Inn in Chop Gate, it’s the only pub in the area.

Newtondale Circular

Discover the beauty of the North York Moors and wander across Newtondale. Begin at Levisham Station, which has been restored to look like it did in 1912, then take the Station Walk along the rail track and through forests overflowing with ferns and grasses. Head past Kale Pot Hole Farm, where you can spot Skelton Tower across and up to Raper’s Farm Picnic Place, where you can enjoy incredible views of the valley below. Feel free to roam free, but you’ll need to pop your four-legged friend back on the lead when you pass the farm. Take the short walk down into Levisham and nip into The Horseshoe Inn for a well-deserved refuel. It’s a dog-friendly pub complete with water bowls and treats.

The perfect holiday is one that all the family can enjoy together, which is why all of our properties in North Yorkshire are pet friendly. Whether it’s a swim in the sea or exploring the surrounding countryside, you’ll never have to leave your loyal companion behind when you book a stay at one of our cottages dotted along the North Yorkshire Moors and Coast.