Attraction · North Yorkshire

Hengistbury Head

Christchurch

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Heathland headland and nature reserve between the sea and Christchurch Harbour, with an Iron Age fort, the beach huts of Mudeford Spit and views to the Isle of Wight. BCP Council names Hengistbury Head as open to dogs all year round. Ground-nesting birds use the heath, so keep to the paths in spring.

House rules, decoded

Off-lead OK

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Prices

Entry, parking, whether the dog goes free.

Rooms & dogs to stay

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Can the dog actually sleep here, and what does it cost.

The dog rules, in their words

Which parts of the site, and whether leads are required.

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REGION · NORTH YORKSHIRE

GRID · 50.7144, -1.7507

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Beach House Cafe

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Cafe and restaurant on the sand at Mudeford, with a beach bar and tables facing Christchurch Bay. Dogs are very welcome, water bowls are ready for them and the beach bar sells doggie donuts. A natural stop on a walk out to the Head or the sandbank.

Water bowls Treats In the dining room

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Captain's Club Hotel & Spa

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Modern riverside hotel and spa on the Stour at Wick Ferry, four-star and rather glassy, with the Priory a walk away along the bank. Dogs are welcome in the bedrooms and the Luxury Suites at £20 per dog per night, and may relax on the terrace and in the bar, but must be on a lead and accompanied at all times. Tell them at booking so the right room is set aside.

In the bar

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