City-edge escapes and countryside walks in the East Midlands
Nottingham offers easy access to parks, riverside paths and nearby countryside, making it a surprisingly varied base for dog-friendly holidays.
You’ll find a growing range of holiday cottages and holiday lets in and around Nottingham, offering self-catering accommodation to rent for a short break or a longer holiday with dogs. These dog-friendly places to stay work well for guests who want green space alongside city attractions.
Why choose a dog-friendly holiday in Nottingham?
Nottingham is close to ancient woodland, river valleys and large country parks.
Best dog-friendly walks around Nottingham
- River Trent paths – Long, flat riverside routes through meadows and parkland.
- Sherwood Forest trails – Woodland walking among ancient oaks.
- Attenborough Nature Reserve paths – Lakeside and wetland routes.
- Bestwood Country Park – Forest tracks and open parkland.
Dog-friendly attractions and activities
🌳 Sherwood Forest – One of England’s most famous ancient woodlands.
🏞 Attenborough Nature Reserve – Scenic outdoor walking trails.
🌊 River Trent corridors – Waterside paths linking countryside and city.
