Dog Friendly
Breaks
Enjoy your Holiday with your 4 legged friend!
Here at Alkington Grange Barns, we welcome one well behaved dog, to stay in four of our holiday cottages, Emma's Dairy, William's Hayloft, Oliver's Mill & Buttercups Hay Barn. These cottages both have enclosed gardens so that your dog is safe and secure. Each barn also has a stairgate at the bottom of the stairs to keep your dog safely downstairs.
There are lots of great places to visit that are Dog Friendly close by. If you want your dog to run free off the lead then why not, for a small fee, visit Let Loose Dog Park, located in Whixall, just a short drive away - More details below. We have listed a few walks below, they are great days out for all ages and all walking abilities.There are also plenty of local Dog Friendly Pubs, Cafes & Attractions too, they are also listed below.
Hawkstone Follies
Fun & Adventure to be had....
Ellesmere
Nine Meres to explore.....
Fenns & Whixall Mosses
A Special Site of Scientific Intertest......
A place you can bring your dog to relax & enjoy the countryside.
"Let Loose Dog Park"requires you to book your dog in online. There is an hourly charging rate for use of this great local facility, which enables you to let your dog off the lead and play & exercise in an enclosed, fun environment. Call on 07795 159 737.
THE COMBERMERE ARMS
The Combermere Arms is a classic Shropshire country inn to the bottom of its venerable boots. You'll find good local cask beers, freshly cooked food from a menu that changes slightly daily, decent and affordable wine and a good shelf of malt whiskies and gins (as well as the usual). It is Dog Friendly too.
THE BLACK BEAR
The Black Bear is in Whitchurch, just below St Alkmunds church. With excellent cask beers, good food and welcoming to dogs this pub is perfect for everyone and Dog friendly too!
JONES'S COFFEE HOUSE
A feature of Jones’s Coffee House in Whitchurch is its fine coffee and fresh food using our own or locally sourced produce. Fronted by an amazing display of Art exhibitions. The atmosphere here is at once welcoming and relaxing.
The menu has a range of filled hot panini’s and ciabatta’s, homemade soups, jacket potatoes, sandwiches and salads. It also allows dogs!
HACK GREEN BUNKER
The Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker is a former government-owned nuclear bunker located at Hack Green, Cheshire, England . Signpost showing directions to the secret bunker. The first military use of the area was in World War II, when a Starfish site was established at Hack Green. Cafe on site.
Dogs are welcome!
SHREWSBURY PRISON
The World MOST interactive prison!! Shrewsbury Prison is an excellent day out for a family or group experience, offering a simple Tour with a cup of coffee or you can hire an Escape Room or do a Prison Break!! Whatever you do you will enjoy it.
It is also Dog Friendly!!
ELLESMERE PARK.
A lovely easy walk for any age with a great park for the chidlren to play in. Follow the sculpture trail around the mere. There is an ice cream and snack shop there.
Great for Dogs!
THE DOG & BULL
The Dog and Bull is a local pub for everyone, very family friendly with a large garden and a play area.
Whether its a quick pint, a lunchtime sandwich, a gossip over freshly ground coffee, a family meal or a romantic gesture - their food is excellent along with good service. It is Dog Friendly too!
THE HORSE & JOCKEY
The Horse & Jockey , which is located just outside Whitchurch on the way to Chester is a lovely pub. It has great Country pub food in a cosy atmosphere with many fresh ales and good wines available. It is family friendly for children and dogs!!
THE BOATHOUSE
The Boathouse is located in a stunning position right by the beautiful mere of Ellesemere. With a range of menus for Breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with a great children's menu. A welcoming venue with great food and perfect for a special occasion. It is Dog Friendly too.
ALDERFORD LAKE
Alderford lake is just 2 miles from your cottage and offers a fantastic array of Water Activities from the Aqua Park to Paddle Boarding and much more. There is a cafe on site and it is also Dog Friendly.
If you want to enjoy the Aqua Park then you will definitely need to Book ahead of your stay.
THE CROCKY TRAIL
The Crocky Trail near Chester, is a great day out for the slightly older child. The day is filled with Sliding, Balancing, Swinging and Jumping and getting a little bit muddy!!! Great fun and not to be missed!!!
Dogs are welcome!
THE NATIONAL TRUST
The National Trust website is a great website filled with many more fantastic houses, castles and unusual locations to visit. Visit Errdig or Attingham Park, both welcome Dogs!
