Dog-friendly attractions in Scampston

The Scampston estate sits just south of the A64 between Rillington and East Knapton, and it splits neatly for dog owners: the Piet Oudolf Walled Garden and the Hall itself are assistance dogs only, but the 80 acres of Capability Brown parkland, the Hall gardens, the Pantry Cafe and the cafe terrace all take dogs on a lead. The parkland has three waymarked circuits from the car park, taking in the lake, the woodland gardens and the Palladian Bridge. Access is by paid admission rather than a public right of way, and in 2026 a Gardens ticket covering the walled garden, hall gardens and parkland is £12.50 an adult and £6.50 a child. Open Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10am to 5pm, from the start of April to the beginning of November, so it is shut for the winter.