Dog Friendly Norfolk

Nacho
Jun 4
2 min read

Updated: Aug 28

A guide to visiting Norfolk with your dog

A small, fluffy dog with a happy expression sits on a sandy beach. Colorful beach huts and trees line the background under a cloudy sky.

Norfolk is known for big skies, flat landscapes, and long coastline. It’s a mix of seaside towns, countryside, and waterways—much quieter and less crowded than places like Cornwall or the Lake District.

It's huge 80-90 mile coastline and dog friendly culture make it a great place to visit with your dog.

Beaches:

A happy dog sits on a blue table in front of a striped beach café with teal entrance signs. The sky is clear and sunny. — Visit Explore Norfolk for more details

Dog are permitted all year on the following beaches:

Holkham - Dogs on leads April - August

Old Hunstanton - no restrictions

Brancaster - small area restriction in Summer

Thornham - no restrictions

Burnham Overy - no restrictions

Happisburgh - no restrictions

Waxham - no restrictions

Caister - no restrictions

Where to stay:

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The Hoste Arms

''A beautiful pub with rooms in the very pretty village of Burnham Market.

Our room was really spacious and here was a welcome hamper of treats and a bed for Nacho.

The pub has great food and a really lovely outdoor space.''

A small dog rests on a paw-print blanket atop a blue sofa. There's a geometric pillow and a plant in the background, creating a cozy vibe. — https://www.instagram.com/gaynorsgoodlife/

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No. 33 Thornham Suites

''There is a lovely deli and farm shop in Thornham who also have a cottage and some apartments where dogs can stay.

We stayed in their apartment in Hunstanton which was right by the beach and good location for exploring North Norfolk''

A small dog looks out from a blue beach hut. A sign reads "Sandy Paws Beach Hut, Wagging Tails Welcome" with paw and crab illustrations. — https://www.instagram.com/gaynorsgoodlife/

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The Globe Inn

''Wells next the sea is one of our favourite places in Norfolk and The Globe is right in the town with a green in front for walkies.

The pub food is exceptional and there are bar treats for pooches.

The room had a bed, bowl and treats for Nacho.''

More dog friendly places to stay in Norfolk:

Dunstan Hall
Hotel Wroxham
Red Lion, Cromer

The Pheasant, Holt
King William IV
The Crown, Wells

The Lawns Spa Apartment
Rose Cottage
The Lakehouse

Sutton Windmill
The Old Sweet Shop
The Eiders

Dog Friendly Cottages:

Modern dining area with wooden table set for a meal, featuring a green sofa, large windows, and black lamps. Text: Norfolk Hideaways.

Where to eat:

A small brown dog sits on a wooden table outside a pub named 'The Chequers'. Bright day, with a quaint house in the background. — https://www.instagram.com/gaynorsgoodlife/

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The Chequers, Thornham

''We love a pub who have a speciality and do it really well. At The Chequers, the pie is the hero. So if you love a pie and a pint, this is the pace for you.

They also have a dog menu courtesy of Denzel's.''

You can also stay the night here.

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The Orange Tree

''The Orange Tree is more than a pub, it's more like a Michelin starred restaurant. The food really is THAT good.

Dogs are welcome in the cozy bar area and thee are tables outside too.''

You can also stay the night here.

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Thornham Deli

''We loved this place! It's so relaxed and the staff are amazing. Food was great n the cafe and the deli/shop had so many nice things to buy, we had to leave before all our money was gone!

The Thornham Suites are also a lovely place to stay.''