Rivers, valleys and border-country walking
Monmouth sits where England and Wales meet, surrounded by the River Wye, the Forest of Dean and the rolling landscapes of the Wye Valley. It’s an excellent base for dog-friendly holidays packed with scenic walking.
There’s a strong range of holiday cottages and holiday lets in and around Monmouth, offering self-catering accommodation to rent for a short break or longer holiday with dogs. These places to stay suit walkers and countryside lovers.
Why choose a dog-friendly holiday in Monmouth?
With three rivers and two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearby, Monmouth offers outstanding variety for outdoor breaks.
Best dog-friendly walks around Monmouth
- Wye Valley riverside paths – Scenic walking following one of Britain’s most beautiful rivers.
- Symonds Yat trails – Woodland routes and elevated viewpoints.
- Offa’s Dyke Path sections – Historic long-distance walking along the Welsh border.
- Forest of Dean tracks – Extensive woodland walking just east of town.
Dog-friendly attractions and activities
🌳 Forest of Dean – One of southern Britain’s largest ancient woodland areas.
🏞 Wye Valley landscapes – Dramatic river scenery and wooded gorges.
🏰 Tintern Abbey – Dogs on leads are welcome on the ground floor level of the site.
