Dog-friendly New Forest
Explore the New Forest with your dog
From ancient woodland and open heathland to charming villages, coastal scenery and welcoming country pubs, the New Forest is a wonderful place to explore with your dog.
And it’s where our Paw Rated adventures begin.
We’re sharing the places we’ve discovered with our golden retrievers, alongside practical information to help you plan your own adventures.
Whether you’re looking for somewhere to walk, a dog-friendly pub for lunch, a relaxing place to stay or inspiration for a weekend away, we’ll help you find places worth exploring.
Browse our researched pub listings and use the directory filters to narrow your search.
Find your next New Forest adventure
Dog-friendly pubs
Cafés & restaurants
Walks & outdoor adventures
Places to stay
Things to do
Towns & villages
Explore by location
Discover dog-friendly places around Burley, Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst, Lymington, Beaulieu, Ringwood, Sway and beyond.
Our New Forest favourites
We’ve spent years exploring the New Forest with our golden retrievers, visiting welcoming pubs, discovering interesting walking routes and enjoying the area’s varied landscapes.
Our researched pub directory is available now. Firsthand assessments and further practical tips will follow as we complete the required evidence.
Exploring responsibly
The New Forest is a special and sensitive landscape, home to free-roaming animals and important wildlife habitats.
Please follow the New Forest Code, respect local restrictions and keep your dog under close control, particularly around livestock and wildlife.
A great adventure should be enjoyable for everyone who shares the Forest.