{"id":39757,"date":"2026-05-30T11:03:07","date_gmt":"2026-05-30T11:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pittoncrossfarm.co.uk\/?page_id=39757"},"modified":"2026-05-30T11:10:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-30T11:10:45","slug":"pet-friendly-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pittoncrossfarm.co.uk\/index.php\/pet-friendly-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Friendly Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"39757\" class=\"elementor elementor-39757\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ffe4641 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ffe4641\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-076fbb7 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"076fbb7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d11f498 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d11f498\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Pet Friendly Guide<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc47314 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"cc47314\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1385401 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1385401\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><strong><span class=\"el-collapse-item__title\"><span class=\"title-container\" aria-label=\"Pet-Friendly Holidays at Pitton Cross Farm\"><span class=\"title-text\">Pet-Friendly Holidays at Pitton Cross Farm<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><p>At Pitton Cross Farm, we don\u2019t just allow pets \u2014 we welcome them like family. Guests often tell us we\u2019re the most dog-friendly place they\u2019ve ever stayed, thanks to our enclosed gardens, private outdoor spaces, and 1.5-acre dog park. We want them to feel just as welcome as you are, and the reason we do not charge a separate pet fee. As lifelong beagle owners (and adopters of four rescues from Many Tears), we\u2019ve designed everything with real pets in mind \u2014 from stable doors and easy-clean interiors to enclosed spaces for reactive dogs. And while most of our visitors wag their tails, cats are very welcome too. If you\u2019re looking for a holiday where your pets feel as at home as you do, you\u2019ve found it. Below, you will find everything to make your holiday with your pet extra special: why pets love us, handy suggestions for exploring the area with your dog, ideas for fun activities and a few simple house rules to keep everyone happy and safe.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><div class=\"info-card__block--flex\"><div class=\"el-row\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fed488 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6fed488\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-58c8201 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"58c8201\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><strong><span class=\"el-collapse-item__title\"><span class=\"title-container\" aria-label=\"Why Pets Love Pitton Cross Farm\"><span class=\"title-text\">Why Pets Love Pitton Cross Farm<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"info-card__block--flex\"><div class=\"el-row\"><p>One of the biggest frustrations guests tell us about other \u201cpet-friendly\u201d places is that the outdoor spaces aren\u2019t truly &#8216;enclosed&#8217; \u2014 often fencing with gaps that smaller dogs (or adventurous cats) can slip straight through. or no fencing at all! Owners end up having to stand outside every time their pets want fresh air or to relieve themselves, which isn\u2019t much of a holiday for anyone.<\/p><p>That\u2019s why we\u2019ve made this a priority here at Pitton Cross Farm. From fully enclosed gardens to fenced fields and patios, our spaces are designed so you can relax knowing your pets are safe and comfortable.\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/p><ul><li>The Farmhouse \u2013 private garden (with stair gate inside, to manage access to carpeted areas)<\/li><li>The Beagle Barn \u2013 spacious garden &amp; stable door (inside the unit) to manage excitable pups<\/li><li>Nanna\u2019s Bakehouse \u2013 enclosed courtyard patio &amp; internal stable door<\/li><li>Bampi Button\u2019s Stable \u2013 small courtyard patio (coming summer 2026) with a stable front door<\/li><li>Old Saddleback Barn \u2013 enclosed garden with patio and grass (coming summer 2026)<\/li><li>The Milkshake Barn \u2013 enclosed spacious garden with patio and grass (coming Autumn 2026)<\/li><li>1.5-acre Dog Park &amp; Agility Field \u2013 fully enclosed space for off-lead fun and training<\/li><li>Tucker&#8217;s Park \u2013\u00a0 Separate Outdoor Area, perfect for dogs needing quiet time away from the dog park<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d49c85 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6d49c85\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c746167 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c746167\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620486\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-39\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><strong><span class=\"el-collapse-item__title\"><span class=\"title-container\" aria-label=\"Designed by Dog Owners, for Dog Owners\"><span class=\"title-text\">Designed by Dog Owners, for Dog Owners<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"info-card__description\"><p>Lots of places now advertise themselves as \u201cdog friendly,\u201d but having our own dogs means we truly understand what makes a holiday work for both pets and their people. Over the years we\u2019ve had six beagles (four adopted from Many Tears Animal Rescue), so we\u2019ve experienced everything from nervous rescues to reactive personalities. That experience has shaped how we\u2019ve designed our cottages.<\/p><ul><li>Durable flooring &amp; finishes \u2013 hard-wearing, easy-clean surfaces make life simple after muddy walks.<\/li><li>No carpets in the barns \u2013 so you don\u2019t have to stress about pawprints or accidents.<\/li><li>Stable doors \u2013 perfect for keeping bouncy pups in while letting light and fresh air flow through.<\/li><li>Dog Wash coming soon &#8211; a dedicated space for a quick rinse or full scrub after your adventures!<\/li><\/ul><p>Every dog arriving at Pitton Cross Farm also receives a welcome box, which includes:<\/p><ul><li>A bowl, blanket, and towel<\/li><li>A few extra poo bags<\/li><li>A welcome treat<\/li><li>Plus, we have spares available &#8211; like beds, leads, and collars &#8211; if you forget anything<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66fe471 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"66fe471\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9565d42 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9565d42\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620486\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-39\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><strong>Cats Welcome Too!<\/strong><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"info-card__description\"><p>While most of our guests bring dogs, cats are very much part of the Pitton Cross Farm family. We know cats settle best with their own familiar things, so we recommend bringing their usual kit \u2014 such as a litter tray, carrier, food, and a favourite blanket or toy.<\/p><p>Our cottages provide sunny windowsills, cosy corners, and secure indoor and outdoor spaces, so your cat can relax safely while still feeling part of the holiday fun.<\/p><p>If you happen to forget something, just let us know \u2014 we often have spare essentials on hand to make sure every pet is comfortable.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84b59e5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"84b59e5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9bd9741 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9bd9741\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620486\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-39\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><strong>A Note About House Rules<\/strong><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"info-card__description\"><p>We want every pet and person to have a safe and enjoyable holiday. Please:<\/p><ul><li>Pick up after your pets and use the bins provided<\/li><li>Keep barking to a minimum<\/li><li>Supervise pets when outdoors<\/li><\/ul><p>We know some dogs are comfortable being left alone for short periods, while others aren&#8217;t. We trust owners to know their dogs best. If you do leave your dog unattended, please let us know so we are aware in case of any distress or disturbance &#8211; this helps us ensure all guests enjoy their stay.\u00a0<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0a07e8c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0a07e8c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ccb556d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ccb556d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620486\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-39\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><strong>The Dog Park &amp; Tucker&#8217;s Park<\/strong><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"info-card__description\"><p>Set on 12 acres of beautiful countryside, our 1.5-acre dog park is a paradise for pups! Fully fenced, it features an agility area, a dog run, bridge, tyres, a sand pit, and plenty of space to run, roam, and chase balls \u2014 all with stunning coastline and countryside views.<\/p><p>For dogs who prefer a quieter spot, Tucker\u2019s Park is a smaller, fully enclosed area where they can relax if the main park is busy.<\/p><p>Some surrounding fields are occasionally used for farming, but when free, we\u2019ll let you know so your dog can enjoy even more space. All fields are clearly signposted, and in the future we plan to expand with additional secure areas like Tucker\u2019s Park.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd0120f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"dd0120f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-890b95d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"890b95d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620486\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-39\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><strong>Out &amp; About With Your Dog<\/strong><\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><div><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>Gower is full of incredible beaches, rolling countryside, and scenic coastal paths \u2014 perfect for adventures with your dog. While there are seasonal restrictions on some beaches, we\u2019re lucky to be close to many where your dog can roam freely.<\/p><p>It\u2019s important to follow the Countryside Code wherever you go: keep your dog on a lead when required, respect livestock, and be mindful of wildlife and neighbouring properties. Sadly, we often hear of incidents where dogs off-lead have injured lambs, chickens, or even got into neighbours\u2019 gardens \u2014 so responsible walking keeps everyone safe and happy.<\/p><p>Below we\u2019ve listed some favourite dog-friendly beaches and walks to explore, all within easy reach of Pitton Cross Farm. The closest beaches to the farm are the first four listed below. They are dog-friendly year-round, with a few suggestions for places to eat while visiting. For a full list of places to eat in the area, please click the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/541869\">Food, Drink &amp; Dog Friendly\u00a0<\/a>section of the digital guide. Each recommendation will include a dog-friendly mention.<\/p><\/div><div>Mewslade Bay<\/div><div>Rhossili Bay<\/div><div>Port Eynon Beach<\/div><div>Oxwich Bay\u00a0<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><strong>Mewslade Bay<\/strong><\/div><div>Mewslade is a Walking Distance from the Farm and will take you approximately 25 minutes. If you choose to walk via the fields of the farm, you will need to climb over 2 stiles with your dog. An alternative route is via the village of Pitton, without any stiles and will take approximately 30 minutes.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>Please click the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/602193?categoryId=288041\">Walks\u00a0From The Farm Front Door<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>section in the digital guide for a Map and Walking Instructions to Mewslade and other walks suitable for exploring the local area. The\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/602193?categoryId=288044\">Gower Walks<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0section will offer walks further afield and please follow the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/602193?categoryId=288043\"><strong>Countryside Code\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>at all times.<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>Check the<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/542775\">Tide<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/542775\">\u00a0Times<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>to ensure the beach is accessible and be aware there is a bit of a climb down to it via a stone gulley. Should the tide be in, the beach will not be accessible. When it is out, you can enjoy an expansive stretch of golden sand, hidden coves and rock pools. You will also be able to walk across to Fall Bay too!<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>Right on our doorstep &#8211; It is a hidden gem!<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><div><div><strong>Rhossili<\/strong><\/div><div>Offering 3 miles of sand and a steep walk down to it, this will certainly wear you and the pups out! Enjoy lunch or a cup of coffee afterwards at The View, who allow dogs inside &#8211; great for a rainy day &#8211; or all other food establishments allow dogs on the patio only.\u00a0<\/div><div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><strong>Port Eynon\/Horton<\/strong><\/div><div>Port Eynon is dog friendly from the main steps by the lifeguard tower, west to the Salthouse.\u00a0Left from the lifeguard tower &#8211; is Horton beach, which is not dog-friendly during May &#8211; Sept.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>You could incorporate lunch at the Ship or Smugglers into the day, which are both dog friendly, or grab a bag of chips from the chip shop!<\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><strong>Oxwich Bay\u00a0<\/strong><\/div><div>The Oxwich Bay Hotel is dog friendly in the bar\/cwtch area and offer a place to grab a coffee or lunch afterwards.\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>The Beaches below are driving distance and all dog friendly throughout the year. Check out the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/guide.touchstay.com\/guest\/bNG7My8cB7Vbf\/info\/602193?categoryId=287857\">Local Beaches<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0section in the digital guide for more information about all of the Gower Beaches.<\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>Mumbles<\/div><div><div>Pobbles<\/div><div>Three Cliffs<\/div><div>Tor Bay<\/div><div>Pwll Du<\/div><div>Crawley<\/div><div>Llangennith<\/div><div>Broughton<\/div><div>Whiteford Sands<\/div><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div>For more dog-friendly ideas you can visit:\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitswanseabay.com\/useful-information\/dog-friendly-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog Friendly Holidays from Visit Swansea Bay<\/a><\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c4e364 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3c4e364\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16cf905 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"16cf905\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info-card__description\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"1760878\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-41\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-41\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-41\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620449\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-40\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-40\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-40\"><div class=\"el-collapse el-collapse-icon-position-right\"><div id=\"2620486\" class=\"info-card\"><div class=\"el-collapse-item\"><div id=\"el-collapse-head-39\" class=\"el-collapse-item__header\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><strong>Dog-Friendly Attractions &amp; Days Out<\/strong><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><div tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"el-collapse-content-39\" aria-describedby=\"el-collapse-content-39\"><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><p>While Gower\u2019s beaches and countryside are perfect for active adventures, there are also plenty of attractions where your dog is welcome to join the fun. Here are some local spots that embrace canine companions:<\/p><ul><li>Gower Heritage Centre: A family-friendly rural life museum set around a 12th-century water-powered mill. Dogs on leads are welcome throughout the site, except in the tearooms and animal park. \u00a0<\/li><li>The National Showcaves Centre for Wales (Dan-yr-Ogof): Explore one of Wales\u2019 top attractions featuring three impressive caves, a Shire horse centre, and dinosaur models. Dogs are allowed on a short lead and must be kept under control. \u00a0<\/li><li>Swansea Market: Wales\u2019 largest indoor market, offering a variety of local produce and goods. Since 2021 well-behaved dogs have been welcome, provided they are kept on a lead and adhere to the market&#8217;s &#8216;doggy rules&#8217;.\u00a0<\/li><li>Mumbles Pier: A charming Victorian pier offering scenic views and a leisurely walk. Dogs are welcome on the pier and the adjacent promenade, making it a pleasant outing for both you and your pet.<\/li><\/ul><p>For more dog-friendly ideas you can visit:\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitswanseabay.com\/useful-information\/dog-friendly-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dog Friendly Holidays from Visit Swansea Bay<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9cd4a5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c9cd4a5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b03a9f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b03a9f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" 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