♥ The bay-wide guide for dogs & their people
Wondering where to take your dog in Torbay? Find welcoming beaches, walks, places to eat and days out across Torquay, Paignton and Brixham—with the practical details dog owners need.
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A three-day food festival around Dartmouth. Dogs are explicitly welcomed around the town, with clearly listed restrictions in a few indoor festival venues.
Dogs welcome; check the organiser’s venue restrictions.Official event detailsFollow the free Halloween trail through the attraction during the October half-term and collect a prize at the end.
Dogs on leads are very welcome.Official event detailsA muddy obstacle-course fundraiser created for dogs and their people, supporting Animals in Distress (Torbay & Westcountry).
A dog-centred event; advance tickets and sponsorship apply.Official event detailsA free Christmas carol service in partnership with Animals in Distress, held in Newton Abbot town centre from noon.
Dogs are expressly allowed at this event.Official event detailsA festive dog walk leaving The Zoo Cafe at 2pm in aid of Animals in Distress. Entry is £7 and includes a hot drink on arrival, with a doggie-hamper raffle plus mulled wine and mince pies on return.
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Compare harbour, beach, clifftop, woodland and country-park routes, including parking, facilities, path conditions, dog guidance and planning notes for blind and partially sighted visitors.
Compare six Torbay walks →● Compare local routes
Choose between harbours, beaches, woodland and exposed coast paths. Each card includes a simple, expandable section about surfaces, navigation hazards and arrival points.
Torquay · harbour and coast
↔DistanceFlexible coastal out-and-back
△TerrainEasy to moderate · some slopes
PParkingHarbourside and Meadfoot parking available
WCToiletsPublic facilities around the harbour and beach
◒BuggyPromenade sections are the simplest option
Dog guidanceCheck seasonal beach zones and keep dogs close around roads and wildlife.
!Coastal weather and busy summer promenades can change conditions quickly.
Simplest sectionUse the broad, hard-surfaced harbour and seafront promenade as an out-and-back. At Meadfoot, stay on the upper promenade if steps or a steep beach approach are unsuitable.
Navigation and hazardsExpect busy shared pedestrian areas, café furniture, kerbs and road crossings around the harbour. The route becomes hillier towards Meadfoot. Torbay Council records 18 steps from the promenade to the beach and steep steps from one car park.
Arrival and facilitiesHarbour and Meadfoot parking are available. Meadfoot has all-year toilets including accessible facilities; road-to-promenade access is by a slope. Check the current slipway status before relying on step-free beach access.
Torbay Council Meadfoot access informationBabbacombe · Torquay
↔DistanceFlexible clifftop walk
△TerrainEasy on the Downs · steep beach approaches
PParkingOn-street and public parking nearby
WCToiletsFacilities available around Babbacombe Downs
◒BuggyThe level Downs are the most suitable section
Dog guidanceDogs are welcome on Babbacombe Beach year round; follow signs elsewhere.
!Cliff paths and steps can be steep and exposed.
Simplest sectionKeep to the flat, tarmacked section across Babbacombe Downs and return the same way. Treat Walls Hill and the descent towards Oddicombe or Babbacombe beaches as separate, much steeper routes.
Navigation and hazardsThe Downs are beside a road and close to the clifftop; expect parked cars, outdoor seating and busy visitor periods. The full coast route includes steep ground, uneven stone or grass paths and steps.
Arrival and facilitiesStart near St Marychurch car park, TQ1 3LA. The official route notes two disabled parking spaces, an accessible toilet and a nearby bus stop. Its detailed access guide includes surfaces, gradients, parking and toilet information.
South West Coast Path access informationCockington · Torquay
↔DistanceSeveral flexible park and woodland routes
△TerrainEasy to moderate
PParkingVisitor car parks · charges may apply
WCToiletsFacilities around the village and court
◒BuggyMain paths are the simplest option
Dog guidanceUse a lead around wildlife, livestock, gardens and busy visitor areas.
!Natural paths can become muddy after rain.
Simplest sectionUse the signed water-meadows boardwalk from Cockington Lane and the main route around Cockington Court. Avoid branching onto woodland tracks if you need a firm, more predictable surface.
Navigation and hazardsVillage lanes can carry vehicles. Natural woodland paths may be muddy, rooted or uneven, and the park includes water, wildlife and livestock areas. Dogs should be on leads around the Court, café, gardens and busy visitor areas.
Arrival and facilitiesThe official boardwalk route is signposted from the seafront and described as wheelchair and pushchair friendly. Bus 62 serves Cockington; the Craft Centre car park gives the closest access to the Court. Check toilet hours before travelling.
Cockington Court directions and accessGoodrington · Paignton
↔DistanceFlexible beach, park and headland loop
△TerrainEasy to moderate · steps and slopes on the headland
PParkingYoungs Park and seafront parking nearby
WCToiletsSeasonal and year-round facilities nearby
◒BuggyPromenade and park sections are most suitable
Dog guidanceNorth Sands is dog friendly year round; restrictions apply on South Sands.
!Check beach signs carefully where the permitted zone changes.
Simplest sectionUse the audited 0.9-mile Roundham Head top-path route from North Quay, Paignton Harbour. It follows surfaced paths and pavements; stay on the top path to avoid the optional beach section and steps.
Navigation and hazardsThere are road sections near the harbour, slopes around the headland and cliff edges beyond the path. The descent towards Goodrington includes steps; do not take it if you are following the step-free top route.
Arrival and facilitiesStart at North Quay, Paignton Harbour, TQ4 6DH. The linked South West Coast Path access guide has route photographs plus gradient, surface, parking and toilet information. Facilities around Goodrington vary seasonally.
Detailed Roundham Head access guideBroadsands · Paignton
↔DistanceShort coast-path walk
△TerrainModerate · natural coastal paths
PParkingBroadsands car park
WCToiletsFacilities at Broadsands; opening varies
◒BuggyNot suitable for most standard buggies
Dog guidanceElberry Cove is dog friendly year round; Broadsands has seasonal restrictions.
!Paths can be muddy, uneven and exposed in poor weather.
Simplest sectionFor a more predictable outing, remain around Broadsands' surfaced seafront area rather than attempting the coast path to Elberry Cove. The full link is a natural coastal route and is not an easy-access walk.
Navigation and hazardsExpect uneven ground, slopes, mud after rain, vegetation narrowing the path and exposed coastal edges. Elberry Cove has no road access. This is the least predictable of these six routes for a first visit without prior route knowledge.
Arrival and facilitiesUse Broadsands car park and check toilet opening times before setting out. If attempting the coast path, use detailed navigation and consider going with someone who already knows the route.
South West Coast Path route informationBrixham · coast and nature reserve
↔DistanceFlexible headland routes
△TerrainModerate · exposed coastal terrain
PParkingBerry Head visitor parking
WCToiletsFacilities and café at Berry Head
◒BuggySome surfaced areas; coast paths are uneven
Dog guidanceKeep dogs on leads at Berry Head because of wildlife, grazing animals and cliff edges.
!There are unguarded cliff edges and rapidly changing coastal weather.
Simplest sectionChoose the separate audited 1.6-mile Wildlife & Forts of Berry Head plateau loop, starting at Berry Head Visitor Centre, rather than the full route to Sharkham Point. Most of the plateau loop is level and surfaced.
Navigation and hazardsBerry Head has unguarded cliff edges, exposed weather, grazing animals and wildlife-sensitive areas. The longer Sharkham circuit includes steps, stiles, ascents and descents; it should not be confused with the easier plateau loop.
Arrival and facilitiesVisitor parking, toilets and a café are at Berry Head. The linked South West Coast Path access guide includes route photographs, gradients and surfaces. Ask the visitor centre about current conditions before setting out.
Detailed Berry Head access guideAbout the access notes: These are planning information, not a professional sight-loss access audit or a guarantee that a route is suitable. Conditions, obstructions and facilities can change. Check current information before travelling and consider a companion for an unfamiliar route.
Practical extras
● Toilets
Open a town map for nearby options, or use Torbay Council’s written list for current facilities, access details, charges and opening information.
See nearby toilets and get directions from your current location.
See nearby toilets and get directions from your current location.
See nearby toilets and get directions from your current location.
Prefer an official written list?Map information can change. Check the council details before making a special journey.
Torbay Council uses RingGo Start:Stop at its charged council-operated car parks and on-street spaces. Enter the five-digit zone shown on the sign, start the session after parking and remember to stop it when you leave—or charges can continue up to the maximum period.
Coins can still be used at council pay-and-display machines. Always read the sign at the individual car park because charges, maximum stays and payment arrangements can differ.
Torbay Council’s current tap list covers beach locations in Torquay and Paignton. Carry a bottle and a separate bowl for your dog, and check the council map before relying on a tap.
TorquayAbbey Sands, Corbyn Head, Maidencombe, Meadfoot Beach South and Oddicombe.
PaigntonBroadsands, Goodrington Sands, Paignton Pier and Preston Sands.
BrixhamNo Brixham beach tap is currently shown on the council list, so take water with you.
Start exploring
Eat & drink
⌖ Beacon Quay · Torquay
A harbourfront restaurant and bar included in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly visitor information.
Eat & drink
⌖ Babbacombe Downs · Torquay
A pub overlooking Babbacombe Downs, listed by the official English Riviera guide among Torquay's dog-friendly places to eat and drink.
Eat & drink
⌖ Babbacombe Downs · Torquay
A clifftop inn currently included in the official English Riviera dog-friendly food and drink list.
Eat & drink
⌖ Cockington · Torquay
A village pub whose listed dog-friendly areas are the bar and outdoor seating. Confirm the permitted area when booking.
Eat & drink
⌖ Babbacombe Downs · Torquay
A tearoom with dog access listed for the outside terrace only.
Eat & drink
⌖ Eastern Esplanade · Paignton
A seafront restaurant highlighted by the official visitor guide for its dog-friendly welcome and dog menu.
Eat & drink
⌖ Youngs Park · Goodrington, Paignton
A relaxed café beside Goodrington with a large beer garden and dog-friendly indoor area described by the official visitor guide.
Eat & drink
⌖ 14 Torbay Road · Paignton
An independent, locally owned licensed café in central Paignton. The owner confirms that dogs are welcome both inside and outside.
Owner confirmedOwner-submitted information received through the guide's suggestion form, 2 September 2026: dogs are welcome inside and outside.
Eat & drink
⌖ Marine Drive · Preston, Paignton
A beachside restaurant identified by the official visitor guide as a notably dog-friendly place to eat.
Eat & drink · Walks
⌖ Berry Head · Brixham
A café at Berry Head National Nature Reserve, recommended in the official Brixham visitor guide as a stop during a dog-friendly headland walk.
Eat & drink
⌖ The Quay · Brixham
A harbourside restaurant and bar whose downstairs and outdoor seating are described as dog friendly by the official Brixham visitor guide.
Eat & drink
⌖ Berry Head Road · Brixham Harbour
A waterfront pub and restaurant overlooking Brixham Harbour and Marina, directly on the South West Coast Path. Its current official website describes it as dog friendly and open every day, all year. Detailed dog-area restrictions are not published, so confirm indoor seating when reserving a table.
Eat & drink
⌖ New Quay Lane · Brixham
A historic dog-friendly free house around 50 yards from Brixham Harbour. The pub's current official website welcomes visitors with dogs inside its cosy two-floor venue and mentions its resident pub dog, Tilly.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Babbacombe · Torquay
A sheltered beach currently identified by Torbay Council as allowing dogs throughout the year.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Wellswood · Torquay
A small cove included by Torbay Council among beaches where dogs are permitted all year.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Livermead · Torquay
A Torquay beach currently listed by the council as dog friendly throughout the year.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Beacon Hill · Torquay Harbour
A small sheltered shingle cove where Torbay Council allows dogs all year. The approach follows a winding slope from a seasonally locked gate, followed by oversized steps onto the beach; the nearest toilets and pay-and-display parking are at Beacon Quay.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Meadfoot · Torquay
Only the north-eastern part of Meadfoot Beach welcomes pet dogs all year; the south-western section has summer restrictions. Council facilities include an all-year toilet, café and nearby parking, but check the boundary signs carefully on arrival.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Daddyhole · Torquay
A tiny natural cove where dogs are allowed all year. Reaching it from the South West Coast Path requires a steep path and 115 steps; there are no facilities or nearby parking.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Goodrington · Paignton
The northern section of Goodrington Sands welcomes dogs all year; check the signs carefully because rules differ on South Sands.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Paignton Harbour · Paignton
A small cove near Paignton Harbour listed by Torbay Council as dog friendly all year.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Goodrington · Paignton
A secluded cove reached from the coast path and identified by official sources as dog friendly throughout the year.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Broadsands · Paignton
A pebbly cove on the coast path, promoted by the official geopark guide as a year-round dog-friendly walk destination.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Goodrington · Paignton
A small shingle-and-rock cove where dogs are welcome all year. There are no toilets, café or nearby parking, and access is difficult via a narrow path and steep steps.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Churston · Brixham
A secluded shingle-and-pebble cove where dogs are welcome all year. The coast-path approach includes steep hills, uneven paths and many steps, with no toilets or café at the beach.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Maidencombe · Torquay
A quiet sandy-and-rocky beach where Torbay Council permits dogs all year. Access from the pay-and-display car park involves a steep slope, 128 steps and large rocks; toilets and the café are seasonal.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Brixham
A wooded cove listed by Torbay Council among the beaches that welcome dogs all year.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ Berry Head Road · Brixham
A small beach beside Shoalstone Pool where dogs are allowed all year. Dogs are not allowed on the pool surround at any time and must remain on leads on the promenade above it.
Walks · Year-round beaches
⌖ South West Coast Path · Brixham
A secluded natural beach where dogs are allowed all year. Access is difficult via a footpath and steep steps, and Torbay Council lists no toilets or other facilities at the beach.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Berry Head Road · Brixham
Dogs can use this shingle beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. It has close parking, all-year toilets, a café and level harbour access, with a ramp onto the beach.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Broadsands · Paignton
Dogs can use the beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. The car park, promenade and all-year toilets are close; during the ban, dogs on leads can use the green behind the beach.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Torbay Road · Torquay
Dogs can use this sand-and-shingle beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. There are eight steps from the promenade, seasonal toilets and a nearby dog exercise area on Torre Abbey Meadows.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Goodrington · Paignton
Dogs can use South Sands from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September between the southern cliffs and the Middlestone signs. North Sands remains dog friendly all year; dogs on the promenade must stay on leads.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Torbay Road · Paignton
Dogs can use the beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. Access through Hollicombe Park includes a steep slope; there are no toilets or other facilities and parking is limited.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Meadfoot · Torquay
Dogs can use the south-western section from 1 October to 30 April but are banned between the displayed foreshore notices from 1 May to 30 September. The north-eastern section remains dog friendly all year.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Babbacombe · Torquay
Dogs can use the beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. Access is down a very steep road or by the dog-friendly Cliff Railway; Babbacombe Beach is the nearby year-round alternative.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Eastern Esplanade · Paignton
Dogs can use the beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. The seafront has level promenade access, all-year toilets and a dog exercise area on Paignton Green.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Marine Drive · Preston, Paignton
Dogs can use the beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. The flat seafront has nearby parking, all-year toilets and a dog exercise area on the green.
Walks · Seasonal beaches
⌖ Torbay Road · Torquay
Dogs can use the beach from 1 October to 30 April but are banned from 1 May to 30 September. It has ramps, all-year toilets and nearby parking; Torre Abbey Meadows provides a dog exercise area during the ban.
Walks · Things to do
⌖ Cockington · Torquay
Parkland, lakes, woodland and paths around Cockington village. Follow lead signs and keep dogs close around wildlife and busy visitor areas.
Walks · Things to do
⌖ Berry Head · Brixham
More than 170 acres of coastal habitat and historic fortifications. Dogs should remain on leads around wildlife, grazing animals and cliff edges.
Walks
⌖ Preston · Paignton
A local nature reserve with woodland paths and a stream, highlighted by the official Geopark dog-friendly guide.
Things to do
⌖ Babbacombe · Torquay
Dogs are welcomed when well behaved and kept on a lead, according to the official English Riviera dog-friendly attraction list.
Things to do
⌖ Hampton Avenue · Torquay
Dogs are welcome on leads throughout the outdoor attraction but are not permitted in the café.
Things to do
⌖ St Marychurch · Torquay
Dogs are welcome inside on leads through the attraction, with restrictions applying in the café.
Things to do
⌖ Queen's Park Station · Paignton
Dogs are accepted on leads and must not use seats. A dog fare applies; check the current amount before travelling.
Things to do · Boat trips
⌖ Starts in Paignton · Dartmouth and Totnes
An all-day circular trip combining the Paignton steam railway, passenger ferry, River Dart cruise and bus. The operator welcomes well-behaved dogs on its trips for a fare; dogs must remain on leads and off the seats. The 2026 tour runs on selected dates from late March to late October, with river times changing with the tide.
Things to do · Boat trips
⌖ Starts at Queen's Park Station · Paignton
A flexible full-day ticket combining return steam-train travel to Kingswear, the passenger ferry to Dartmouth and an approximately one-hour River Dart cruise. Well-behaved dogs are welcome for a fare, must stay on leads and cannot use the seats; confirm the chosen train and cruise connections before travelling.
Things to do
⌖ The Quay · Brixham
The ship's current access page welcomes assistance dogs and small, well-behaved pet dogs inside and on the open decks when kept on leads. It is an all-weather attraction with two inside decks, but expect a moving gangplank, steep stairs, uneven floors, low headroom and no lift.
Things to do
⌖ Victoria Parade · Torquay Harbour
A completely indoor dinosaur and fossil exhibition. Its current official FAQ says dogs are allowed inside when kept on a lead and under their owner's control.
Things to do
⌖ Victoria Parade · Torquay Harbour
An indoor museum near Torquay Harbour. Its current English Riviera visitor listing explicitly states that dogs are allowed; check opening times and suitability for younger visitors before travelling.
Things to do
⌖ The Esplanade · Paignton
A traditional seaside pier with covered amusements, food outlets and outdoor areas. The current English Riviera listing says dogs are welcome on a lead, making it a flexible indoor-and-outdoor stop.
Walks · Things to do
⌖ Clennon Valley · Paignton
A mostly flat circular nature-reserve walk around three lakes. Dogs can visit, but rangers ask owners to prevent them disturbing the resident birds and other wildlife; paths can flood in winter.
Things to do · Boat trips
⌖ Torquay Harbour · Brixham Harbour
A seasonal passenger ferry linking Torquay and Brixham across the Bay. Well-behaved dogs are welcome; the operator's current 2026 Torbay leaflet lists £5 per dog, but check the day's timetable, weather and fare before travelling.
Things to do · Boat trips
⌖ Torquay or Brixham · Dartmouth
A full-day coastal cruise from Torquay or Brixham to Dartmouth with time ashore before the return sailing. The current 2026 leaflet welcomes well-behaved dogs for £5 and lists selected departures from April to September, with some October sailings; all trips depend on weather and sea conditions.
Things to do · Boat trips
⌖ Brixham · River Dart and Greenway
Dog-friendly ferry and pleasure-cruise options serving Greenway and the River Dart. The English Riviera lists dogs as accepted; confirm the precise sailing, boarding point and access arrangements before booking.
Things to do
⌖ Greenway Road · Galmpton, Brixham
Agatha Christie's riverside National Trust garden is rated three pawprints for dogs. Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome in the garden, Boathouse, café and shop, but not inside the house. Water bowls and waste bins are available in the courtyard; car parking must be booked in advance.
Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Brownstone Road · Kingswear
A National Trust 1920s house and subtropical coastal garden just beyond Brixham. Dogs on leads are welcome in the garden, café and shop, but only assistance dogs may enter the house. Some garden routes have steep slopes and narrow paths; an all-terrain Tramper can be booked in advance.
Things to do
⌖ New Road · Brixham
A free indoor museum in Brixham's former police station. The museum's current visitor page explicitly says dogs are welcome inside; opening days and hours are limited, so check before travelling.
Things to do
⌖ Fishcombe Road · Brixham
Dogs are welcome across this free indoor-and-outdoor military museum site, including displays, restored wartime buildings, shelters and tunnels. It is volunteer-run with short seasonal opening hours, normally from March to October.
Worth the trip · Things to do
⌖ Bovey Tracey · Around 15 miles from Torbay
A mostly indoor, free-to-enter attraction and working glass site. Dogs are welcome indoors in most areas but not the main restaurant or shop; a designated indoor restaurant conservatory allows dogs on wet-weather days.
Worth the trip · Things to do
⌖ Buckfastleigh · Around 13 miles from Paignton
An all-weather heritage railway between Buckfastleigh and Totnes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on normal trains with a dog ticket, but not on Dining Experience or Murder Mystery trains.
Vets
⌖ 43 Moor Lane · Torquay
A local small-animal practice with weekday and Saturday appointments. Its official page publishes current out-of-hours arrangements through MiNightVet South Devon.
Pet shops
⌖ The Willows · Torquay
A large pet-supplies store. Confirm current services and opening times with the official store finder before travelling.
Services
⌖ Ipplepen · Near Torbay
A registered local animal welfare charity providing rescue and rehoming support for dogs and other animals across South Devon.
Eat & drink
⌖ Beacon Quay · Torquay
A harbourfront Harvester whose current Facebook information explicitly advertises dog-friendly dining. Check the latest opening times and permitted areas before visiting.
Eat & drink
⌖ Torquay
An independent café whose Facebook page explicitly says that dogs are welcome. Contact the café if you need to confirm seating or access details.
Eat & drink
⌖ Cockington · Torquay
A traditional tea shop whose Facebook information welcomes dogs and mentions a menu for canine visitors.
Eat & drink
⌖ 35 Ilsham Road · Wellswood, Torquay
A Wellswood bistro whose current English Riviera listing permits one dog when a table is reserved. Mention your dog when booking and confirm that the dog-friendly table is available for your chosen time.
Eat & drink
⌖ Maidencombe · Torquay
A village pub included in dog-friendly Torquay guides. The business is under newer ownership and its current Facebook page does not state the dog policy, so confirm before travelling.
Eat & drink
⌖ Torquay
A Torquay café appearing in dog-friendly recommendations. Its newer ownership page does not currently publish a dog policy, so check directly before visiting.
Dog walkers
⌖ Torbay
A local dog-walking service with an active Facebook page serving the Torbay area.
Before bookingInsurance, canine first-aid training, DBS status and other credentials have not been independently confirmed. Check these, along with availability, service area, group sizes and suitability for your dog, directly before using the service.
Dog walkers
⌖ Torbay
A Torbay dog-walking service with an active Facebook presence.
Before bookingInsurance, canine first-aid training, DBS status and other credentials have not been independently confirmed. Check these, along with availability, service area, group sizes and suitability for your dog, directly before using the service.
Dog walkers
⌖ Torbay
A local dog-walking service whose Facebook page is currently active.
Before bookingInsurance, canine first-aid training, DBS status and other credentials have not been independently confirmed. Check these, along with availability, service area, group sizes and suitability for your dog, directly before using the service.
Dog walkers · Services
⌖ Torquay · Torbay
A local pet service offering dog walking, dog sitting and home visits. Telephone or WhatsApp 07427 011658, or email garretts.canine@gmail.com.
Before bookingInsurance, canine first-aid training, DBS status and other credentials have not been independently confirmed. Check these, along with availability, collection area and suitability for your dog, directly before using the service.
Dog walkers · Services
⌖ Paignton · Torquay · Torbay
A local service offering dog walking, pop-in visits and pet sitting. Telephone 07821 421401.
Before bookingInsurance, canine first-aid training, DBS status and other credentials have not been independently confirmed. Check these, along with availability, collection area, group sizes and suitability for your dog, directly before using the service.
Dog walkers · Services
⌖ Paignton · Brixham · Newton Abbot · Totnes · Torquay
A local service specialising in solo walks for reactive, anxious, nervous and elderly dogs. Samantha also offers pet pop-in visits for different animals and daytime pet sitting for pets that cannot be left alone. Contact her directly to confirm availability, travel area and the most suitable support for your pet.
Owner confirmedService information supplied by the business owner on 3 September 2026.
Samantha states that insurance and first-aid certificates can be provided. The documents and their current validity have not been independently checked by this guide.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ The Terrace · Torquay Harbour
The official Hilton page lists pet-friendly rooms at this harbour hotel. Dog-friendly rooms may be limited, so confirm availability, current charges and shared-area rules when booking.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Daddyhole Road · Torquay
The hotel's published dog policy welcomes well-behaved dogs and states a nightly charge. Confirm the current fee, suitable room and all access rules before booking.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Esplanade Road · Paignton
A limited number of bedrooms accept up to two well-behaved dogs. The official terms allow dogs in reception, the bar, terrace and garden, but not the dining rooms; advise the hotel when booking and check current charges.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ The Esplanade · Paignton
The hotel's official website describes the property as pet friendly. It does not publish detailed dog terms, so confirm the room, charges, number or size limits and shared-area access directly before booking.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Fishcombe Road · Brixham
The park's official accommodation information offers pet-friendly ground-floor apartments and selected chalets and caravans. Choose a pet-friendly unit and confirm charges, limits and availability before paying.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Brixham and surrounding coast
An official collection of dog-friendly holiday cottages around Brixham. The number of dogs and individual house rules vary by property, so check the selected cottage's full pet terms before booking.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Brixham town centre
The official website describes two self-catering cottages with pets accepted by arrangement; one welcomes small dogs for a stated one-off fee. Confirm which property suits your dog and the current charge before booking.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Brixham harbour
An 1860s fisherman's cottage sleeping four, with harbour views, private parking and a small tiered garden. The official website welcomes two to three well-behaved dogs free of charge. The quickest walk between the cottage and town uses 86 steps, so consider this carefully for older dogs or visitors with limited mobility.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Torbay Road · Torquay seafront
The hotel's official pet policy offers a limited number of dog-friendly rooms that must be booked with its pet package. Up to two dogs are accepted per room, each weighing no more than 15 kg.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Newton Road · Torquay
Travelodge's current policy makes its rooms pet friendly when pets are added as a paid booking extra, with a maximum of two per room. Pets must not be left unattended, dogs must be on leads in public areas and pets are not permitted in the Bar Café.
Stay · Hotels · Self-catering
⌖ Youngs Park Road · Goodrington, Paignton
An apart-hotel a short walk from Goodrington Sands. Its current official website marks its displayed rooms and apartments as pet friendly, and the hotel's current Facebook information says all rooms are pet friendly. Detailed dog charges, number or size limits, unattended-dog rules and shared-area access are not published, so confirm these directly before booking.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Preston · Paignton
A one-bedroom, whole apartment around 160 metres from Preston Sands, sleeping up to four people. Its current booking listing welcomes up to three dogs; contact the host before booking any additional dogs. Dogs must not be left alone in the apartment at any time.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Solsbro Road · Torquay
Seven self-catering apartments near Torquay seafront and railway station. The current official terms accept dogs in ground-floor apartments only, with a maximum of two small dogs or one large dog per apartment. Dogs must be listed on the reservation, kept on leads in hallways and grounds, never left alone and kept out of the swimming pool.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Kingswear Road · Hillhead, Brixham · TQ5 0EX
A bed and breakfast with garden views near Brixham. Breakfast is included in the room price. Dogs are welcome inside and outdoors on a lead, including the breakfast room, garden and deck area. The dog charge is £10 per dog per night.
Owner confirmedOwner-submitted information received through the guide's suggestion form, 30 August 2026: breakfast is included and dogs are welcome inside and outside on leads. Discounts have previously been offered for guests with more than two dogs; ask directly about availability and charges rather than assuming a discount. The published policy normally allows one dog per adult and says dogs must not be left alone in bedrooms. Agree your dog numbers, room and any multi-dog arrangement before booking.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Bampfylde Road · Torquay
A six-bedroom guest house whose current policy welcomes house-trained, non-aggressive dogs for £6 per dog per night. Dogs must stay on leads in the grounds, cannot enter the dining room and must not be left alone except briefly during breakfast.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Tor Park Road · Torquay
An adult-only guest house welcoming small, well-behaved dogs, normally up to about 20 kg. Its current policy requires a minimum two-night stay, charges £25 per dog stay, keeps the dining room dog free and does not allow dogs to be left alone for extended periods.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Colin Road · Preston, Paignton
A child-free, vegan guesthouse around 100 metres from Preston Sands, with book-themed rooms and an accessible ground-floor suite. Its current FAQ charges nothing for canine guests and sets no fixed dog-number limit, although it recommends a larger room for several or larger dogs. Breakfast, parking and dogs are included in the room price.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ The Riviera · Paignton
A four-star bed and breakfast near Goodrington and the coast path. Its official website accepts a maximum of two dogs but asks guests to telephone before booking, so confirm the suitable room, charge and house rules directly.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Warefield Road · Paignton
A pet-friendly bed and breakfast close to Paignton seafront. The official website welcomes guests travelling with pets but does not publish detailed dog terms, so confirm the room, dog charge, size or number limits and breakfast arrangements before booking.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ New Road · Brixham
A four-star bed and breakfast with parking, currently listed by the official English Riviera guide as accepting pets by arrangement. Its own website does not publish detailed dog terms, so confirm availability, charges and permitted areas before booking.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ King Street · Brixham Harbour
A harbourside B&B with two rear-view rooms that welcome dogs. Its current dog page lists a total additional charge of £12 for one dog or £24 for two; confirm that a dog-friendly room is available before booking.
Stay · Camping & touring
⌖ Goodrington Road · Paignton
Dog-friendly tent, touring and motorhome pitches with a maximum of three dogs per pitch. Current terms require dogs to stay on short leads, use the designated exercise area and never be left unattended; a nightly dog surcharge applies and several leisure areas exclude dogs.
Stay · Camping & touring
⌖ Stoke Road · Paignton
A countryside park welcoming up to two dogs on camping and touring pitches, with a fenced exercise paddock, woodland walks and a dog shower. Dogs must be booked, kept on leads outside exercise areas and never left unattended. Its glamping pods do not accept dogs.
Stay · Camping & touring
⌖ Centry Road · Brixham
A seasonal touring and camping site close to the coast path. The current English Riviera listing welcomes small canine companions for a nightly charge and lists tents, trailer tents, motorhomes and caravans; confirm dates, dog limits and pitch availability directly.
Stay · Camping & touring
⌖ Stoke Gabriel · Near Paignton and Brixham
A family-run countryside park whose official website welcomes dogs on all touring and camping pitches. It offers grass, hardstanding, electric and serviced choices; confirm dog charges, lead rules and the pitch that best suits your setup before booking.
Stay · Camping & touring · Glamping
⌖ Daccombe · Near Torquay
A traditional farm campsite offering grass tent and campervan pitches, ready-pitched bell tents and the converted Custard horsebox. The official policy charges £2 per day for dogs, while assistance dogs stay free. Dogs must be supervised, kept under control and generally on leads because the site is on a working farm; confirm the dog limit for your chosen pitch or glamping unit.
Stay · Glamping
⌖ Dainton · Near Newton Abbot
Two dog-friendly, self-contained glamping pods on a smallholding near the Torbay boundary. The current listing welcomes up to two pets without a pet charge and describes an enclosed private outside area, dog wash and towels; dogs must remain attended in the property and garden.
Stay · Glamping · Worth the trip
⌖ Dittisham · Near Dartmouth
Luxury treehouses, shepherd lodges and an Airstream in a wooded valley, with eight of ten units currently dog friendly. Up to two well-behaved dogs stay free and receive a welcome pack; dogs must remain on leads on site and cannot be left unattended. Buzzard Treehouse and Cedar Shepherd Lodge are pet free.
Vets
⌖ 34 Walnut Road · Torquay
An independently owned local surgery providing preventative care, diagnosis, treatment, dentistry and surgery. Call the practice for an appointment and confirm the current emergency arrangements if urgent care is needed.
Vets
⌖ 79 Kingsway Avenue · Paignton
The Paignton branch of an independent family-run practice offering routine and clinical veterinary care. Book directly and ask the team about current out-of-hours support when necessary.
Vets
⌖ Babbacombe · Torquay
A local Bay Vet Group branch for appointments and small-animal care. The practice group publishes a 24/7 emergency service; telephone first so the team can direct you to the appropriate surgery.
Vets
⌖ Brixham Road · Paignton
A Bay Vet Group surgery providing appointments and small-animal care, with free parking described on the official site. The group publishes a 24/7 emergency service; call before travelling in an emergency.
Pet shops · Groomers · Services
⌖ Devonshire Retail Park · Paignton
A pet-care centre selling food, equipment and licensed medicines, with free harness fitting, weight checks and nutrition consultations listed on its official page. An in-store grooming salon offers dog grooming, nail clipping and puppy appointments.
Pet shops
⌖ Torquay-based · Online shop
A family-run Torquay business making natural dog treats in small batches, with an online shop for dog biscuits and training treats. Check individual ingredients and product guidance to choose treats suitable for your dog, and confirm delivery arrangements when ordering. This is an online listing, not a confirmed walk-in shop.
Dog photographers
⌖ 12 Middle Street · Brixham · TQ5 8ER
A dog photographer offering studio and on-location sessions across Brixham, Torbay and the South Hams. Studio shoots can be booked through the official website; contact the photographer to discuss outdoor sessions, your dog's needs and current packages.
Day care · Services
⌖ Yalberton Tor Industrial Estate · Alders Way · Paignton · TQ4 7PL
A weekday dog-daycare centre with indoor and outdoor play areas and groups arranged by age, size and temperament. A two-hour assessment is required before attending, along with proof of up-to-date vaccinations including kennel cough. Discuss your dog's suitability and current prices before booking; this is daycare, not a drop-in visitor attraction.
Listed on Torbay Council's animal-boarding register. The business website gives licence number MAU007171; ask the centre to confirm the current certificate, insurance and care arrangements before booking.
Eat & drink
⌖ 46 Victoria Street · Paignton · TQ4 5DS
A town-centre coffee shop near the Dartmouth Steam Railway. Its official Paignton page confirms a dog-friendly area; ask the team where to sit with your dog when you arrive. Check the branch page for current opening times.
Pet shops
⌖ 21 Walnut Road · Chelston · Torquay · TQ2 6HP
An independent dog shop in Chelston selling natural treats by weight, enrichment products, supplements and everyday dog essentials. Visit the shop to choose your treats, and check its website or Facebook page for current opening times and stock.
Pet shops
⌖ Preston · Paignton
An independent Torbay pet shop specialising in food, health products and accessories. Its current website lists the Preston shop at 321 Torquay Road; check opening times before making a special journey.
Pet shops · Services
⌖ Delivery across Torquay, Paignton and Brixham
A local pet-food delivery service whose official page lists free home delivery across Torbay and surrounding South Devon. Contact the adviser directly to confirm the current range, delivery day and suitability for your dog.
Home boarding · Kennels · Day care · Services
⌖ Torquay · Paignton · Brixham
Torbay Council's public register lists local businesses licensed for animal boarding, home boarding or day care. Use it to check that a provider appears on the current register, then confirm the exact licensed activity, dates, insurance, routines and suitability for your dog before booking.
Home boarding · Day care · Dog walkers · Dog-friendly taxis · Services
⌖ Torbay and Newton Abbot area
A home-boarding and pet-care service covering Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Newton Abbot. The business appears on Torbay Council's boarding register and its official page publishes dog boarding and day-care licence number MAU 007470.
Kennels · Groomers · Services
⌖ Maddacombe Road · Kingskerswell
A long-established dog-boarding kennel close to the Torbay boundary. Its official website publishes Teignbridge District Council five-star licence number 25/01187/ANIWEL and also lists dog grooming; ask to see the current certificate when visiting.
Kennels · Pet shops · Services
⌖ Coombefishacre · Near Ipplepen
A family-run dog-boarding kennel and pet centre serving the Newton Abbot area. The official website describes the premises as licensed but does not publish the current licence number or expiry, so ask to see the certificate before booking.
Kennels
⌖ Beech Croft · Denbury, Newton Abbot
A dog-boarding kennel in the Newton Abbot area. Its directory licence record was checked in June 2026 and lists Teignbridge licence 21/00280/ANIWEL expiring 31 March 2027; still ask to see the current certificate before leaving your dog.
Home boarding · Dog walkers · Services
⌖ Heathfield · Newton Abbot
A home-based dog-boarding and walking service in the Newton Abbot area. Its website states that it is licensed by Teignbridge Council, insured and DBS checked, but does not publish current certificate details; verify these directly before booking.
Day care · Kennels · Services
⌖ Newton Abbot · TQ12 6EF
A specialist centre offering residential rehabilitation, specialist boarding and specialist day care, including respite boarding for some dogs previously supported by the centre. An assessment is likely to be essential; confirm suitability and the current local-authority licence before booking.
Groomers
⌖ 2 Ellacombe Road · Torquay
A Torquay grooming salon offering full grooms, shampoo and trims, puppy introductions and specialist treatments. Its current website states that the groomer is qualified, canine-first-aid trained and insured; discuss your dog's coat, health and handling needs before booking.
Groomers
⌖ 71 Hyde Road · Paignton
A Paignton grooming salon offering full haircuts, bathing, nail clipping and de-shedding sessions. The business describes its team as highly qualified; confirm the appointment length, price and any requirements for nervous, elderly or medically complex dogs.
Groomers
⌖ Preston · Paignton
A local dog-grooming service based in Preston, Paignton. Paws of Preston is also named as a grooming partner in Beverley Holidays' current Dog Concierge package. Contact the groomer directly to discuss services, prices, availability and your dog's individual needs before booking.
Groomers
⌖ Brixham
An established Brixham salon grooming dogs of different sizes, including nervous dogs. Its official website states that its groomers are City & Guilds qualified; explain any health, mobility or handling concerns when arranging an appointment.
Groomers
⌖ Paignton
A professional grooming team offering services for all breeds and dogs with additional needs, including puppies, older dogs and nervous or traumatised pets. Ask about the most suitable appointment and current price before booking.
Groomers
⌖ Mobile across Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Newton Abbot
A mobile dog-grooming service bringing a fitted salon van to the customer's driveway across Torbay and the Newton Abbot area. Confirm access and parking for the van, the service included, price and suitability for your dog's needs before booking.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Moor Road · Ipplepen, Newton Abbot
A bookable private dog-walking park near Torbay. The published rules require dogs to remain on leads while entering and leaving and ask owners of dogs covered by the Dangerous Dogs Act to contact the park before booking; check the full rules, terrain and fencing for your dog.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Holmans Hill · Dainton, near Ipplepen
A private two-acre dog park described by its official website as flat and enclosed by six-foot fencing. New visitors must book an induction walk; confirm that the surface, fencing and facilities meet your dog's needs before travelling.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do
⌖ Southdown Hill · Brixham
A private 1.5-acre dog field near Brixham. Its official website states that the field has eight-foot fencing, a double-gated entrance, off-road parking, a shelter and an automatic drinking bowl. Book online and check the current rules, directions and suitability for your dog before travelling.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do
⌖ Daccombe Hill · near Torquay
Two fully enclosed paddocks available for private booking between Torquay and Newton Abbot. The official website says sessions include enclosed parking, fresh water, poo bags and bins; one paddock is steeper than the other, so check the terrain and current field rules before booking.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Rook Farm · Littlehempston, Totnes
Private dog-walking fields overlooking the Hems Valley near Totnes. The official website describes 2.5-acre fields with six-foot fencing, secure parking, fresh water, a wash-down hose, shelter and activities. Check which field best suits your dog when booking.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Haytor Road · Bovey Tracey
A bookable dog-walking field of just under five acres near Bovey Tracey, with obstacles and a double-gated parking compound. Its official website states that fencing is 160cm high and explicitly asks owners to decide whether that height is suitable for their dog.
Secure dog fields · Walks · Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Liverton · Newton Abbot
A bookable secure dog field in Liverton for private sessions. The field's website advertises online booking with a gate code sent on the day. Check current availability, fencing, facilities and all field rules before making the journey.
Home boarding · Day care · Services
⌖ 17 Berry Road · Paignton
A family-home boarding and weekday day-care service. Its official website publishes five-star Torbay licence number MAU 008770; new day-care dogs require a trial day and must be sociable, well behaved and comfortable with children and cats.
Home boarding · Day care · Services
⌖ Torquay · TQ1 4HN
A small-scale home-boarder whose licence record lists a five-star Torbay licence valid until 31 December 2028. It accepts up to four small dogs under 12 kg, with suitability restrictions including sociability, neutering, health and a successful trial before a stay.
Day care
⌖ 104 Steed Close · Paignton
A Paignton dog day-care business appearing on Torbay Council's current animal-boarding register. Ask to see the current certificate and confirm hours, capacity, introductions and suitability before booking.
Home boarding · Dog walkers · Groomers · Services
⌖ 66 Upper Headland Park Road · Preston, Paignton · TQ3 1JF
Home boarding in a family environment with small numbers, plus solo and small-group dog walks, home drop-in visits and one-to-one grooming. Boarding dogs complete an overnight trial stay, and walking clients have a trial walk. Contact the team to discuss availability, prices and suitability for your dog before booking.
The business website states Torbay Council licence number 18949641, a four-star rating, insurance and DBS checks. Ask to see current documents before booking.
Home boarding
⌖ Greenway Park · Galmpton, Brixham
A Galmpton home-boarder currently listed on Torbay Council's animal-boarding register. Public details do not state the exact licence activity, rating or expiry, so ask to see the certificate and discuss routines, resident pets, sleeping arrangements and suitability.
Home boarding
⌖ Tavistock Place · Paignton
A Paignton boarding provider appearing on Torbay Council's current animal-boarding register. The public register does not publish its licence rating, expiry or detailed service terms, so verify the certificate and all care arrangements directly before booking.
Home boarding · Dog walkers · Services
⌖ Grosvenor Avenue · Torquay
A Torquay dog-walking and home-boarding service currently included on Torbay Council's boarding register. The public entry does not provide rating, expiry, insurance or operational details, so check these along with group sizes and emergency arrangements before using the service.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Torquay · Covers Torbay, Newton Abbot and South Devon
Jodie offers personalised one-to-one, reward-based dog training in your home and local area. Support includes puppy foundations, recall, loose-lead walking, confidence building and helping rescue dogs settle. Her force-free approach avoids pain, fear, intimidation and aversive tools. Contact her to discuss your dog's needs, service area and current session arrangements.
Jodie states that she is a PACT-accredited Canine Training Instructor and registered with the ABTC. These qualifications are also stated on her website; her individual register entry has not been independently checked by this guide.
Services
⌖ Paignton
A garden dog-waste collection service in Paignton for anyone needing a hand, including older people, disabled people and busy dog owners. Contact the business through its Facebook page for prices and availability.
The business states that it is insured and has Level 2 dog first-aid training. Supporting documents have not been independently checked by this guide.
Dog-friendly taxis
⌖ Torquay · Paignton · Brixham
The firm's official website advertises pet-friendly taxis across Torbay. Pets must be appropriately secured; call before travelling so the team can confirm the restraint required and send a suitable vehicle.
Dog-friendly taxis
⌖ Torquay · Paignton · Brixham and nearby
Bay Taxis' current booking FAQ says dogs are accepted and publishes an additional pet charge, with assistance and guide dogs exempt. It recommends booking at least 24 hours ahead; confirm the current fare and vehicle arrangements when booking.
Dog-friendly taxis
⌖ Brixham · Covers Torbay and surrounding areas
A local taxi company whose owner confirms that family pets, as well as assistance dogs, are welcome. The supplied dog-travel information says clean dogs are accepted; a £1.50 charge may be added for moulting dogs at the driver's discretion, and a soiling charge may apply if a vehicle is left in an unreasonable condition. Mention your dog when booking so the team can send a suitable vehicle and confirm the fare.
Owner confirmedDog policy supplied by the business on 1 September 2026.
Dog photographers
⌖ Torquay · Covers Torbay
A Torquay-based pet photographer offering dog portraits, playful action photographs and owner-with-pet sessions indoors or outdoors. Discuss your dog's temperament, mobility and preferred location before booking.
Dog photographers
⌖ Brixham · Covers Torbay and South Devon
A Brixham photographer offering relaxed outdoor and home-studio sessions for families and pets. The official website says dogs are welcome and that sessions can take place around Brixham, Paignton, Torquay and the wider South Devon coast.
Dog photographers
⌖ Union Street · Torquay
A Torquay studio whose published business profile lists studio, lifestyle and outdoor pet portraiture. Confirm current packages, availability and whether a studio or location session best suits your dog before booking.
Shops
⌖ Moles Lane · Paignton
Dogs are welcome throughout the main garden-centre retail areas. A current Otter notice says dogs are no longer allowed inside the coffee shop from 1 March 2026, although assistance dogs remain welcome; follow signs and keep your dog under close control.
Shops · Eat & drink
⌖ 13 Fore Street · Brixham
A wholefood shop and café whose official visitor information welcomes well-behaved dogs in the café and entrance area, where water and treats are usually available. Dogs are not permitted throughout the main shop, so observe the clearly stated boundary.
Shops · Eat & drink
⌖ 66 Middle Street · Brixham
A combined craft and gift shop with a café, described by the official Brixham visitor directory as child and dog friendly. Check the latest opening times before making a special journey.
Buggy hire
⌖ Online delivery from Tavistock · Not local to Torbay
A Devon-based, non-local dog-stroller specialist offering short-term rental and try-before-you-buy, with delivery and return available. Its official FAQ says in-stock purchases ordered before midday on weekdays are dispatched the same day, normally by next-working-day express service but sometimes taking up to 48 hours. Rental availability and delivery dates must be confirmed directly.
Eat & drink
⌖ Old Mill Road · Chelston, Torquay
A neighbourhood pub welcoming dogs inside and outside, including its beer garden. Its own guidance asks owners to keep dogs on short leads and beside their table. On-site parking makes it a useful option after a walk around Chelston.
Eat & drink
⌖ Abbey Crescent · Torquay
An all-day café-bar overlooking Torquay seafront, with an outdoor terrace. The venue lists itself as dog friendly. Check with the team for a suitable table when visiting with your dog, especially at busy times.
Eat & drink
⌖ Festival Theatre · Paignton
A dog-friendly café-bar in Paignton's former Festival Theatre. Its own venue page welcomes dogs and mentions treats for canine visitors. A useful stop for an all-day meal or coffee; ask the team about seating when arriving with your dog.
Eat & drink
⌖ Fishcombe Cove · Brixham
A beach-hut café with alfresco seating overlooking Fishcombe Cove, listed as dog friendly by the English Riviera visitor guide. The approach involves a steep path or steps, so it may not suit every dog or owner. Check opening times before heading down.
Eat & drink
⌖ Meadfoot Sea Road · Torquay
A beachfront café included in the English Riviera's dog-friendly visitor guide. There is indoor and outdoor seating, but ask staff which tables welcome dogs. Dog access to the nearby beach varies by section and season, so check the beach signs separately.
Eat & drink
⌖ Cockington Court · Torquay
Cockington Court's café welcomes dogs, with indoor seating and an outdoor courtyard for a break during a village or park walk. The café mentions dog treats; keep your dog on a lead around the café and manor-house area.
Eat & drink
⌖ Oddicombe Beach · Babbacombe, Torquay
Dogs are welcome throughout the year in this beach café's covered outdoor seating area, with water bowls and dog treats available. This does not mean year-round access to the sand: during the May–September beach restriction, keep dogs on the promenade and on a lead.
Eat & drink
⌖ 1 Ilsham Road · Wellswood, Torquay
A Wellswood pub included in the English Riviera's dog-friendly guide, with food and a garden for a relaxed stop. Ask the team which tables or areas are suitable for your dog when booking. This is The Kents pub, not the nearby cave attraction.
Eat & drink
⌖ 21 Victoria Parade · Torquay
A harbourside restaurant and bar whose own website welcomes dogs throughout its ground-floor restaurant. Choose a ground-floor table when visiting with your dog and mention them when booking; the published welcome should not be assumed to include upstairs areas.
Eat & drink
⌖ 8 Victoria Parade · Torquay
A harbourside café listed in the English Riviera's dog-friendly guide, which specifically says small dogs are allowed inside. If your dog is larger, check directly before making a special journey rather than assuming the same access applies.
Eat & drink
⌖ Brixham harbour · Brixham
A harbour café described as dog friendly by the Brixham visitor directory, serving coffee, cakes and cold drinks. Check current opening times and ask about a suitable table for your dog when you arrive.
Eat & drink
⌖ 83 Fore Street · Brixham
A traditional pub close to Brixham harbour, included in the English Riviera's dog-friendly guide. A handy place for a drink after exploring the waterfront; check the current opening times and ask staff where to settle with your dog.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Chelston Road · Torquay
Self-catering holiday apartments in Chelston whose official website welcomes dogs. Contact the accommodation before booking to confirm the best apartment for your party, the number and size of dogs accepted, and any pet charges or house rules.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 15 Queens Road · Paignton
A Paignton guest house offering a specified pet-friendly room for well-behaved pets. Book that room directly with the hosts rather than assuming every room accepts dogs, and confirm charges and any access rules before paying.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 533 Babbacombe Road · Torquay
A guest house accepting one small or medium dog per room, up to 20kg. Dogs must stay on leads in shared areas, off beds and furniture, and must not be left alone. A cleaning fee applies; confirm the amount for your stay before booking.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 12 Kernou Road · Paignton
A dog-friendly small hotel offering bowls, towels, beds and treats for canine guests. The published policy allows up to two dogs per room and lists a £20 end-of-stay cleaning fee. Mention your dogs when booking and reconfirm the current charge.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Falkland Road · Torquay
A Torquay guest house welcoming well-behaved dogs by prior direct arrangement, with an additional charge. Dog-friendly availability is limited, so contact the hosts before reserving and confirm the number of dogs and the total cost for your stay.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ Cockington Lane · Torquay
Small, well-behaved, house-trained dogs are accepted by arrangement in two garden rooms, with an extra charge. Dogs are not permitted in the public rooms; supervised outdoor access is available. Confirm a suitable garden room before booking.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Avenue Road · Torquay
A dog-friendly one-bedroom self-catering apartment at The Berburry. The distinction matters: the apartment welcomes dogs, but the hotel rooms are pet free. Reserve the apartment specifically and confirm dog numbers, charges and house rules with the hosts.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Palermo Road · Babbacombe, Torquay
A hotel in Babbacombe whose official information accepts well-behaved dogs. Pet charges depend on the length of the stay. Tell the hotel about your dog before booking and confirm the room allocation, total pet fee and access to shared areas.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Queens Road · Paignton
The Queens offers allocated dog-friendly bedrooms which must be booked in advance. Contact the hotel directly to confirm the number of dogs accepted, the current nightly charge and the shared areas they may use, as published policy documents and room information differ.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Churston Ferrers · Brixham
A characterful hotel offering a limited selection of dog-friendly rooms and on-site parking. Contact the team before booking to secure a suitable room and check pet charges, dog numbers and access to the hotel's dining and communal areas.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ St Mary's Road · Brixham
A holiday park with designated pet-friendly self-catering accommodation. The published policy allows up to two dogs per unit, subject to the park's pet restrictions, and dogs must be included when booking. Choose a pet-friendly unit and confirm the current fee and site rules.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Grange Road · Goodrington, Paignton
A holiday park offering selected dog-friendly caravans and lodges. Choose accommodation explicitly marked dog friendly when booking, and check the current pet terms. Dog access within the main complex is limited to designated areas, rather than every facility.
Groomers
⌖ Paignton
An appointment-based grooming service in Paignton, offering individual, one-dog-at-a-time grooming with parking available. Discuss your dog's coat, temperament and handling needs before booking so the groomer can advise on the appropriate appointment.
Groomers
⌖ Unit 2, 53 Briseham Road · Brixham
A Brixham grooming service offering puppy introductions, bath-and-brush appointments, full grooms and nail trims. Contact the groomer to discuss your dog's coat and handling needs, appointment availability and the price for the services you require.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Torquay · Paignton · Brixham and Newton Abbot
Personalised one-to-one dog training and support across Torbay and nearby areas. The service describes a reward-based approach, including help with puppy life skills and sensitive, anxious or rescue dogs. Ask about in-person or online sessions and discuss your dog's needs before booking.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Torquay
One-to-one training with home- and walk-based appointments, covering puppies, adolescent dogs, recall, lead walking and everyday behaviour. Contact the trainer to discuss your priorities and the right session for your dog; check current availability and pricing directly.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Covers Torquay and Newton Abbot
A training and behaviour-support service covering Torquay and Newton Abbot. Its website describes reward-based help with recall, calmer walks and building confidence. Discuss your dog's needs with the trainer before booking to check suitability and how sessions are delivered.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Paignton · Covers all TQ postcodes
Julie Sheppard offers one-to-one training, small group classes and behaviour consultations from Paignton. Her website describes relaxed, force-free and reward-based training for puppies and adult dogs, with home sessions and indoor classes at Foxhole Community Centre.
The official website states that Julie is a certified trainer and behaviourist with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers. Check current membership, insurance and the right service for your dog directly before booking.
Dog training · Services · Worth the trip
⌖ Chudleigh Knighton · Supports families across South Devon
Ruth Haynes provides canine behaviour and training support, including individual consultations, puppy and adolescent classes, scent work and dog parkour. Her website states that she works with positive reinforcement and force-free methods.
Ruth's website lists a Level 5 Diploma in Canine Behaviour, UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter and professional memberships. Ask to confirm current credentials and whether the service is suitable for your dog's needs.
Dog training · Services
⌖ South Devon · Covers Paignton, Torquay, Brixham, Totnes and Newton Abbot
Andrew Hale specialises in complex behaviour cases involving reactivity or aggression and works across South Devon. His official website describes a dog-centred, clinical behaviour approach and notes that availability for new cases can be limited.
The official website describes Andrew as a Certified Animal Behaviourist and lists professional consultancy work and veterinary referrals. Confirm current availability, credentials, fees and whether a veterinary referral is needed before booking.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Newton Abbot · Covers Torquay, Paignton, Totnes and nearby South Devon
Edyta Daniel offers private training and behaviour support in person and online, with a particular focus on walks, fear and reactivity. Her website states that all training is force-free and reward based, with no aversive methods.
Eddy's website states that she is a Victoria Stilwell Academy certified dog trainer and lists further study in stress, trauma and aggression. Check current credentials, service area and availability directly.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Torbay
Pluto's offers general coaching and day-to-day behaviour support, including help for new puppies and rescue dogs, separation difficulties, lead sensitivity and dog-to-dog sensitivity. The team also offers Kids Around Dogs and predation-substitution support, referring on when a clinical behaviourist is required.
The official website lists APDT approval, UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter membership and other training credentials. Ask to confirm the current practitioner, qualifications, insurance and whether the service is training, support alongside a behaviourist or a referral.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Torbay
A Torbay dog-training service offering puppy support, one-to-one sessions, recall and loose-lead work, social walks, scent work and small group classes. Contact the business through its Facebook page to confirm the current timetable, location and suitability for your dog.
A current local professional directory lists Level 3 canine training and behaviour study, UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter membership and scent-work instruction. These details have not been independently checked against the issuing organisations.
Dog training · Services · Worth the trip
⌖ Near Exeter · Home visits and coaching across Devon
Lucy and Howard provide puppy and adolescent training, one-to-one coaching, group courses, scent work, agility and challenging-behaviour support from a private venue near Exeter. Their website states that they use kind, positive and science-led methods.
The business is outside Torbay but offers home visits and coaching in the wider Devon area. Confirm travel coverage, current qualifications, insurance and the right service before booking.
Dog training · Services
⌖ Torbay
A Torbay training business offering puppy classes, personalised training plans and support for issues including recall, lead walking, fearfulness and reactivity. Ask the trainer to explain the methods and equipment proposed for your dog before booking.
The business has an active official website, but this guide has not independently verified professional accreditation or whether every service follows the reward-based approach advised above. Check qualifications, insurance and methods directly.
Things to do · Worth the trip
⌖ Berry Pomeroy · near Totnes · Outside Torbay
An English Heritage castle ruin for an outing beyond Torbay. Dogs on leads are welcome in the castle, shop and café. Most exploring is outdoors, with uneven surfaces and steps, so consider your dog's mobility and check opening times before travelling.
Stay · Self-catering
⌖ Barrington Road · Wellswood, Torquay
Dog-friendly self-catering accommodation accepting dogs over one year old. The usual allowance is one dog; two may be possible in larger apartments by prior agreement. A nightly dog charge applies, and dogs must not be left alone in the accommodation.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Babbacombe Beach · Torquay
A coastal hotel with selected dog-friendly accommodation, plus dogs welcome in its main restaurant and lounge. Contact the hotel to choose a suitable room before booking. Its published dog charge is £25 per dog per night; confirm current terms when reserving.
Eat & drink
⌖ 11 Bolton Street · Brixham
A café serving coffee, cakes, breakfast and deli-style lunches, listed as welcoming dogs in the local Dog Hub directory. Ask the team about a suitable table and check current opening hours before a special visit.
Eat & drink
⌖ 4 Bolton Street · Brixham
A Brixham café listed as dog friendly in the town's visitor directory, which mentions treats and pup cups for canine visitors. Check current opening times and availability of dog treats, and ask staff where best to sit with your dog.
Walks · Things to do
⌖ Preston · Paignton
A 13-acre woodland linking the Occombe and Cockington areas, with a network of natural paths. Dogs are welcomed across most Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust sites, but keep them close and follow local signs. Some paths are shared with cycle and freeride routes, with slopes and jumps, so take extra care around riders.
Eat & drink · Things to do
⌖ Preston Down Road · Paignton
Dogs are welcome at the top outdoor café and in the designated dog-friendly café area. Pet dogs cannot enter the farm attraction or its wider nature trails, so this is best treated as a café stop rather than a dog-friendly farm visit. Occombe Valley Woods is the nearby alternative for a walk.
Stay · Camping & touring
⌖ Marldon Road · Paignton
A family-run dog-friendly touring caravan and camping park around three miles from Torbay's beaches and attractions. The park offers pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes; confirm the current dog charge, lead rules and the most suitable pitch when booking.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Sea Front, Torbay Road · Torquay
A seafront hotel with a limited number of dog-friendly rooms that must be reserved in advance. The hotel's current FAQ lists a charge of £20 per dog per night; confirm room availability and the full dog policy before booking.
Stay · Hotels · Eat & drink
⌖ Torbay Road · Torquay
A seafront hotel welcoming well-behaved dogs in selected guest rooms. Dogs may also use some ground-floor areas, including the bar and outside terrace. Contact the hotel before booking to confirm a suitable room, charges and the permitted areas for your visit.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 27 Bampfylde Road · Torquay
A guest house close to Torre Abbey and the seafront that accepts small dogs. Its current visitor listing says a deposit is required, so contact the owners before booking to confirm room availability, the dog limit and the current charge.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 25 Sands Road · Paignton
A guest house near Paignton seafront welcoming small, well-behaved dogs by prior arrangement. Larger dogs are not accepted. Ask before booking about a suitable room and the current dog terms; a park for dog walking is around 50 metres away.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 5 Cleveland Road · Torquay
A small guest accommodation property included in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly accommodation collection. Dog terms are not published in detail, so contact the property before booking to confirm the suitable room, number or size limits and any charge.
Stay · B&Bs
⌖ 23 Avenue Road · Torquay
A family-run Victorian guest house included in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly accommodation collection. Contact the property before booking to confirm which rooms accept dogs, the current charge and any size or number limits.
Stay · Hotels
⌖ Babbacombe Downs Road · Torquay
A boutique hotel on Babbacombe Downs identified in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly accommodation guide. Contact the hotel before booking to confirm a dog-friendly room, charges and where dogs may accompany guests inside the property.
Eat & drink
⌖ 59 Roundham Road · Paignton Harbour
A dog-friendly harbour pub serving meals and drinks, with a fire in colder weather and a sun terrace overlooking the water. Dogs are welcomed by the current official visitor listing; ask staff where best to sit and check opening times before making a special journey.
Eat & drink
⌖ Belgrave Road · Torquay
A Torquay tea room included in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly food and drink guide. As the guide does not state a specific seating restriction, ask the team where dogs may sit and check current opening times before visiting.
Eat & drink
⌖ Torre Abbey Meadows · Torquay
A café and bistro beside Torre Abbey Meadows, recommended in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly guide. Confirm the dog-friendly seating area and opening times with the café, particularly before an indoor or rainy-day visit.
Eat & drink
⌖ Cockington Village · Torquay
A traditional tea room in Cockington named in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly guide. Ask staff about the permitted seating area and check seasonal opening times before planning a visit with your dog.
Eat & drink
⌖ Riviera International Centre · Torquay
A café at the Riviera International Centre included in the English Riviera's current dog-friendly food and drink guide. Confirm the exact dog-friendly seating area and current opening times before relying on it as an indoor stop.
Eat & drink
⌖ 8 Vaughan Road · Torquay Harbour
A harbourside café, pizza and drinks venue currently marked dog friendly in the official English Riviera directory. Ask the team about the most suitable table and check opening times before a special visit.
Information checked with local places and against official business, visitor and public-body websites in August 2026. “Visitor view” notes summarise Tripadvisor reports rather than the guide’s own experience. Dog policies can change, so please confirm before making a special journey.
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Guide information and outbound links reviewed: 8 October 2026 · Corrections are welcome at hello@dogfriendlytorbay.co.uk.
