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For our top dog-friendly days out in Summer 2023, today we\u2019re talking private dog parks, historical sites, theme parks and more for you and your furry companion. It\u2019s hours of fun without too much sun and perhaps a cheeky little nibble from one of our cheese hampers<\/a> to amp up the enjoyment for you and your pooch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens \u2013 The Cotswolds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Want to take your pup to meet the camels, giraffes, rhinos and more? It\u2019s a once-in-a-lifetime experience that, provided they are animal friendly, they\u2019re sure to enjoy. The park website states<\/a>, \u201cDogs may be brought into the Park provided that they are kept on a lead and under adult control at all times.\u201d So, you can get them up close and personal with amazing mammals and more! And, since you can bring a picnic to enjoy<\/a>, you can pack one of our cheese hampers<\/a> for you and Fido to nosh on!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secure Dog Parks – Nationally<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have a nervous or anti-social pup, why not book a private dog park for a few hours? You can use websites like this one<\/a> to find one near you and quickly reserve a date and time. And, as long as there\u2019s no rule against it, why not bring a little snack like our Cheese & Pate Choice<\/a>, one of the more affordable cheese hampers we carry? It\u2019s full of treats for both of you (in moderation, of course). As long as your dog isn\u2019t intolerant, they might enjoy a little piece of the Snowdonia Cheese Black Bomber Extra Mature Cheddar Truckle or a lick of the Cottage Delight Farmhouse P\u00e2t\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sherborne Castle and Gardens – Dorset<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Built by the famed explorer Sir Walter Raleigh, Sherborne Castle and Gardens in Dorset boasts 42 acres of dog-friendly landscape to enjoy. From their website<\/a>, \u201cDogs are welcome in the Gardens provided they are kept on a short lead at all times. Please clear up any mess and place [it] in a litter bin. Dogs (except for guide or assistance dogs) are not permitted inside the Castle.\u201d And it\u2019s another one of our dog-friendly days out in Summer 2023 where picnics are a must-do! Maybe pack one of our cheese hampers like the Stilton Surprise<\/a> and enjoy it in one of the designated areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blackgang Chine – Isle of Wight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Even though it\u2019s one of the UK\u2019s oldest theme parks, you\u2019ve probably never heard of it. But Blackgang Chine on the Isle of Wight is great for dog-friendly days out in Summer 2023. Their website states<\/a>, \u201cAbsolutely! We LOVE seeing dogs visit the park with their humans and our front-of-house team are always on-hand for cuddles! We simply ask that all guests keep their dogs on a short lead during their whole visit and clean up after them.\u201d From rides to events and experiences, there\u2019s so much to explore that you might want to make a weekend of it instead! And, since you can bring a picnic, cheese hampers work great for refreshment here too.<\/p>\n