Mystical countryside breaks in Somerset
Glastonbury sits amid the Somerset Levels, surrounded by open countryside, ancient sites and low hills. It’s a fascinating base for dog-friendly holidays mixing walking with history.
There’s a wide range of holiday cottages and holiday lets here, offering self-catering accommodation to rent for a short break or longer holiday with dogs. These places to stay suit guests who enjoy slower exploration.
Why choose a dog-friendly holiday in Glastonbury?
The area offers flat wetland paths, gentle hills and iconic outdoor landmarks, ideal for varied but manageable walking days.
Best dog-friendly walks around Glastonbury
- Glastonbury Tor and Chalice Well routes – Countryside walking around the town’s famous hill.
- Somerset Levels droves – Flat, far-reaching paths through wetlands and farmland.
- River Brue paths – Peaceful riverside routes.
- Ham Wall reserve edges – Lead-friendly walking beside reedbeds and lakes.
Dog-friendly attractions and activities
⛰ Glastonbury Tor – Iconic outdoor landmark with panoramic views.
🌾 Somerset Levels landscapes – Vast, open countryside ideal for relaxed exploration.
🏰 Glastonbury Abbey – Dogs welcome on leads in the grounds, with doggy ice-cream on offer at the café.
🏞 Glastonbury Festival – World-famous festival blending music, art, spirituality and spectacle in Somerset’s fields.
