Dog-friendly visits to RHS Rosemoor

From 17 March to 17 September 2025, we’re welcoming dogs to RHS Garden Rosemoor every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday as part of a pilot scheme to increase dog-friendly visits to the garden. During the trial, dog-walking visitors can bring up to two dogs per adult to explore selected areas of the garden. Dogs must be kept on short leads and with paws on paths at all times.

This six month trial is in response to the volume of requests we receive to allow more dog-friendly access to the garden, and follows the success of our popular Walkies evenings.

We understand that while some people love dogs, others really value the ability to visit a garden they know is pet free. This is why dogs can only visit on designated days (Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays) and dog access is restricted to selected areas of the 65-acre garden.

We’re collecting feedback from garden visitors both with and without dogs during the trial to fully inform any decision about the pilot’s success. Comments can be submitted via the online survey below.

When can I visit with my dog?

Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during the trial period from 17 March to 17 September 2025.
 

How many dogs can I bring?

Two dogs on short leads per adult.
 

Where can my dog go?

Dogs on short leads can explore the paths through the Formal Gardens, Stream Field, lakeside, arboretums and woodlands. Dogs are also welcome in the Garden Centre.
 

Where can’t my dog go?

Dogs are not permitted in the children’s play areas, restaurant or cafés, Learning Centre, Fruit and Vegetable Garden, Potager or on any lawns, and must not be allowed to enter any bodies of water on site.
 

Keep dogs on short leads and stay on paths

Dogs must be kept on short leads at all times, including in the car parks, and must stay on paths throughout their visit. Short leads are available on loan from the Welcome Building for visitors with long or extendable leads.

Pick up after your dogs

Please pick up after your dogs and place bags in the general waste bins provided. Poo bags are available from the Welcome Building.
 

Facilities for visitors with dogs

The toilets outside the Welcome Building (nearest to the car parks) are assigned specifically for use by visitors with their dogs on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Refreshments and snacks will be available to purchase from the Shepherd’s Rest outdoor outlet in the Stream Field.
 

No dogs left in cars

Please do not leave pets in our car parks as there is no shaded parking available.
 

Assistance dogs welcome everyday

Assistance dogs will continue to have access to all areas of the garden every day.