Tail-wagging breaks on the North Norfolk coast
With its sweeping sandy beach, colourful beach huts and lively harbour, Wells-next-the-Sea is one of Norfolk's most popular coastal towns – and it's wonderfully dog-friendly too. From long sandy strolls and pinewood walks to cosy pubs and seaside fish and chips, it's a fantastic destination for a holiday with your four-legged friend.
Our collection of dog-friendly cottages in Wells-next-the-Sea puts you right by the beach and within easy reach of the charming town, perfect for a relaxing coastal escape with your pup.
Why choose a dog-friendly holiday in Wells-next-the-Sea?
Wells-next-the-Sea is a paradise for dogs and their owners. The huge beach is one of the best in the UK for off-lead adventures, while the surrounding Norfolk Coast AONB offers endless scenic trails. The town itself is full of dog-friendly cafés, pubs, and shops, making it easy to enjoy a traditional seaside break with your pup at your side.
Best dog-friendly beaches in and around Wells-next-the-Sea
Norfolk's coast is famous for its vast sandy stretches, and Wells is no exception.
- Wells Beach – Backed by iconic beach huts and pinewoods, Wells Beach is dog-friendly year-round, with some zoned restrictions in summer. Perfect for endless games of fetch.
- Holkham Beach – Just next door, this enormous expanse of sand and dunes is ideal for long off-lead runs and exploring tidal pools.
- Brancaster Beach – A wide, sandy beach that welcomes dogs year-round, with a dog-free zone on the eastern end between May and September due to nesting birds.
- Stiffkey Marshes – Not exactly a beach, but great for adventurous pups who love wilder terrain, with salt marshes and coastal paths to explore.
Dog-friendly attractions and activities in Wells-next-the-Sea
- 🌿 Wells & Holkham Pinewoods – Shady woodland trails just behind the beach, ideal for summer walks with your pup.
- 🚂 Wells & Walsingham Light Railway – The world's smallest public narrow-gauge railway, where well-behaved dogs are welcome aboard.
- 🏰 Holkham Hall Estate – While the hall itself isn't dog-friendly, the stunning parkland and grounds are open to pups on leads.
- 🐦 Blakeney National Nature Reserve – Explore salt marshes and coastal walks, with the chance to spot seals (dogs should stay on leads near wildlife).
- 🏖️ Wells Harbour – A lively spot for fish and chips, crabbing and people-watching. Dogs are welcome along the quay and in many local cafés and pubs.
