Whether you’re a newbie dog owner, travelling with your pup for the first time, or you’ve got a seasoned adventurer for a pooch, going away with your dog is a treat for both of you. On a glamping holiday, there’s no need to leave a family member at home as you can bring your dog with you.
We stand out with its unique offering of dog-friendly glamping across England and Wales. We warmly welcome well-behaved humans and their furry companions. You can bring one or two dogs to stay in our cozy bell tents, tipis, or Landpods for just £5 each per night.
There’s a lot to remember when you bring your hound on holiday, so we’ve put together this packing list to help you get prepared. Read on to find out why glamping is excellent for four-legged friends and exactly what you should pack for a dog-friendly glamping trip.
Where to go glamping with your dog
We have glamp sites in some of the best locations in England and Wales. From the fells of the Lake District National Park to the stunning coastline of Pembrokeshire and the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales, pooches will love em-barking on new adventures in these spectacular destinations.
Whether your dog prefers letting off steam on a long-distance hike or a more chilled potter around a picture-perfect village with a pub pitstop, there’s a glamp site no matter what your pup’s preference.
Many of our glamp sites are conveniently located near dog-friendly attractions, ensuring you and your furry friend can explore the local culture and activities together. From museums to cafes, and outdoor activities, there’s so much to keep humans and dogs occupied.
For a never-ending dog playground, head to the Lake District. With mile-upon-mile of walkies, lakes for doggy paddling, and dog-friendly pubs for days, it’s the perfect place for a getaway with your furry bestie.
If your dog likes the feeling of sand between their pads, then Pembrokeshire is a great spot. With beautiful Blue Flag beaches in every direction and the coastal path for long-distance walkies, it’s the best place for a dog-friendly holiday in Wales. We have two glamp sites here – YHA Broad Haven and YHA Manorbier.
Explore the gorgeous towns and villages of the Yorkshire Dales with a stay at YHA Grinton Lodge. Dogs will love strolling down cobbled streets and popping into dog-friendly shops, cafes, and restaurants. For a longer walkies, head out into the rolling hills.
Choose from quirky accommodation like Landpods, bells tents, and tipis, where you’ll find all the fun of camping but with some added home comforts.
Half-glamping pod, half-tent, Landpods sleep up to four people in two double beds. There’s a storage space underneath one of the beds where you can pop your dog’s things and give them a cosy place to sleep.
Bell tents sleep up to five people and are paw-fect for families or groups of friends travelling together. These tents are super spacious, so there’s plenty of room for your dog to roam, and you can take your pick of where to put their bed.
Good boys and girls will love the festival-style tipis at several of our Lake District locations. The wooden floor is easily cleaned, and there’s a lockable coffee table chest to store belongings. Tipis also have a wood burner inside, where you can snuggle up with your furry pal after a fantastic day of adventures.
Dog friendly glamping packing list
Our pawsome dog-friendly glamping packing list will help you decide what to take with you and what to leave behind when you go away with your friend.
Food
Number one on a doggo’s packing list has got to be their food. After a busy day of chasing their tails and following their noses, they’ll need to refuel with something yummy. Decant dry food into containers and remove pouches of wet food from their cardboard box to save space.
Treats
Did someone say the T word? When they’ve been a good girl or boy all day on holiday, they need to be rewarded, and there’s no better way than with a tasty biscuit. Bring a small pouch so that you can take some out with you during the day, too.
Bowls
Just like at home, they’ll need one bowl for their food and one for their water. You should also bring a portable water bottle and bowl to keep your pupper hydrated during longer walks or hikes.
Medication
If your dog is on regular medication, remember to pack this. Before you go away, make sure your dog is up to date with their flea treatment and worming tablets to prevent any unwanted infestations.
Poo bags
Poo bags are an absolute essential for cleaning up after your floof. At our glamp sites, there are plenty of bins on-site where you can dispose of these.
Leads
Although it’s great to see your dog running wild and free, dog leads are needed to keep Fido safe from traffic and other hazards. In some areas, there may be livestock or wildlife, so you’ll need to keep your dog on a lead. At YHA glamp sites, you should always keep your dog on a lead.
Once they’re on the beach or in a safe space in the countryside, you can let them off – just make sure they know to come back!
You may also wish to bring a long tether with you so that dogs can roam a little further afield. These come on a spiral peg which can be twisted into the ground, giving your dog a little more freedom but without the risk of escaping.
Bed and blanket
Not only does their bed provide somewhere comfortable for them to sleep but the smell of it can also help them to settle and feel at home. Dogs shouldn’t go on the glamping furniture, so they’ll love curling up in their own bed.
Some tipis and bell tents have a wood burner inside, which will keep your dog snuggly. Landpods don’t have heating and are similar to a more traditional camping experience so an extra blanket will help to keep your dog warm.
Toys
Your dog’s favourite toys are a welcome addition to your packing list. These will help keep them from becoming bored, if you want to spend some time relaxing on the glamp site. Playing fetch with a ball is also an excellent way to burn off some excess energy.
Bringing toys from home is another way to help your dog feel calm and settled away from its usual routine.
Towels and wipes
With all of their adventures in the great outdoors, your dog’s paws (and their tummy!) could get quite muddy. You can towel them off when you get back to your tent so that they’re comfortable and clean.
Cooling accessories
Although the UK isn’t necessarily known for its scorching hot summers, we are occasionally treated to some good weather. You’ll need to keep your dog cool as they can’t remove their fur coat!
Cooling accessories like a mat, vest, or even a pup pool will help to keep their temperature down so they can enjoy themselves.
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