Dog-friendly Lancashire
With wonderful scenery and awe-inspiring landscapes, Lancashire is absolutely bursting with natural beauty. From countryside and moorlands to coastline and the infamous seaside town of Blackpool, there's plenty of amazing sights for you and your canine companion to discover on your dog-friendly short break.
- Lancaster, EnglandOutstanding barn conversion in rural hamlet of Tatham near Bentham. Offering 3 bedrooms, underfloor heating and views of magnificent three peaks. Kirkby Lonsdale 8 miles.£69From price per night based on 7 night stay
- EnglandEnjoying a rural location that is just 1 mile from the bustling town of Clitheroe, Number 5 The Granary offers well-proportioned and comfortable accommodation in the heart of Lancashire’s Ribble Valley. Ideal for families and couples, this spacious semi-detached barn has been thoughtfully designed to provide everything guests need from a holiday home. Comprising of comfortable bedrooms, contemporary bathrooms and fantastic open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen and plenty of comfy seating from which to enjoy the Smart TV and Wi-Fi. The wood burning stove provides a welcoming focal point around which to relax, and its central position within the room means it can be enjoyed from any angle. Additional facilities include a downstairs cloakroom and toilet, separate utility and French windows from the kitchen leading onto the private patio. Plenty of parking also means that you can leave the car behind when heading into the town centre, which if you don’t fancy a mile’s walk is just a short bus or taxi ride.
The market town of Clitheroe is regarded as the capital of Lancashire’s Ribble Valley and apart from its Norman castle, has a great selection of shops, bars, cafes and restaurants. Other popular towns and villages within the Ribble Valley include Longridge, Chatburn, Ribchester, Waddington and Whalley. With stunning scenery and lots of charming country pubs, the Ribble Valley is perfect for walkers and cyclists. The Forest of Bowland, which is one of the UK’s designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, covers over 300 square miles of rural Lancashire, and North Yorkshire is right on the doorstep. Other popular walks include Pendle Hill and the Tolkien Trail. The Forest of Gisburn is just 12 miles away. Other popular activities nearby include golf, fishing and swimming.
Families with children will enjoy Clitheroe Castle Museum, 1.5 miles, Bashall Barn, 4 miles, and Bowland Wild Boar Park, 10 miles. Should you wish to venture further afield, No 5 The Granary is ideally placed for touring thanks to its proximity to the motorway network and there is easy access for both coast and country. Blackpool, whose many attractions include the famous tower, Pleasure Beach, zoo, Sealife Centre and Madame Tussauds, is within a 45 minute drive. Shop and pub 1 mile, restaurant ½ mile.
5 The Granary can be booked with Holgate’s Granary (UKC1260) to accommodate up to 12 guests.£104From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Lytham St Annes, EnglandLocated on a quiet residential street in the heart of Lytham, Beachcomber Corner is a newly refurbished holiday home providing spacious and comfortable accommodation on the popular Fylde coast. The property has an enclosed, terrace garden to the front of the property with a sitting-out area perfect to relax in after a busy day exploring. A wonderful coastal town, Lytham boasts a variety of bars, cafés, boutique shops and restaurants making it an ideal base for families and couples alike. The area offers a wide choice of entertainment and leisure facilities including boating, walking, cycling and bowling. For those who love golf, Lytham St Annes is internationally famous for its four championship golf courses. The town also hosts various events throughout the year including the Lytham Proms which takes place every August, whilst the popular kite festival is held on the beach at St Annes. The promenade stretches from Lytham through St Annes and on to Blackpool offering a beautiful seaside stroll for those who enjoy walking.
For birdwatchers and wildlife lovers, the Ribble Estuary is home to a diverse range of rare birds, plants, insects and animals. Families will enjoy Blackpool, 7 miles, whose many attractions include the famous Tower, Madame Tussauds Waxworks, Sealife Centre, Pleasure Beach and Blackpool Zoo. Other coastal towns worth a visit are Thornton Cleveleys and Fleetwood, whose designer shopping outlet village is very popular. Should you fancy a change from the coastal landscapes, Lancashire’s beautiful Ribble Valley, Forest of Bowland AONB, Yorkshire Dales and Lake District can all be reached in just under an hour.£69From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Carnforth, EnglandA lovely lodge set on the South Lakeland Leisure Village in Carnforth, Lancashire. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. On-site facilities. Off-road parking. Electric fire. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 10 miles.£63From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Preston, EnglandA stylish, three-bedroom barn conversion resting in Cabus near Garstang, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Close to amenities. Near AONB. On-site facilities. Contemporary. Lancaster 8.3 miles; Morecambe 12.7 miles.£103From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Carnforth, EnglandA lovely, single-storey lodge resting in South Lakeland Leisure Village near Carnforth, Lancashire. On-site facilities. Close to a lake. Off-road parking. Carnforth 2 miles; Capernwray 3.6 miles; Lake District 10.2 miles.£67From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Carnforth, EnglandA charming, three-bedroom barn conversion resting near Arnside, Lancashire. Pet-friendly. In AONB. Allocated parking. Characterful. Kendal 11 miles; Windermere 18 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Carnforth, EnglandThis delightful, three-bedroom holiday lodge rests upon South Lakes Leisure Village in Warton, near Carnforth, Lancashire. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Capernwray 3 miles; Lake District 25.3 miles£88From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Carnforth, EnglandThis fabulous, three-bedroom abode resides in Ingleton, North Yorkshire. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Close to amenities. Near a National Park. Bentham 3.5 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 6.4 miles; Settle 11 miles.£76From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Morecambe, EnglandA welcoming holiday home on the popular Regent Bay Holiday Park in Morecambe, Lancashire. Enclosed decking. Open-plan living. On-site, indoor pool. Lancaster 4.5 miles; Kendal 23.5 miles.£69From price per night based on 7 night stay