Dog Friendly Things to Do

Swansea is filled with dog friendly things to do, so your four legged friends won’t miss out on any of the fun!

As well as a number of attractions and activities that are dog friendly, Swansea Bay, Mumbles and Gower are also blessed with over 50 parks for you to roam and explore, as well the incredible Gower coastline – check out our walking routes and explore. We’re also blessed with beaches, which are dog friendly at set times of the year. There’s lots to get their tails wagging.

Don’t forget to check out our dog friendly food and drink section to find places to get something to eat and drink after a busy day exploring, as well as our dog friendly accommodation section to make sure you and your pooch have got somewhere to rest your paws at the end of the day.

Dog Friendly Beaches

There are loads of beaches that welcome dogs. The best of the bunch (according to TripAdvisor), Rhossili Bay, allows dogs all year round.

Dogs allowed with restrictions

Dogs are allowed on all of these beaches in some way shape or form – but bear in mind there may be restrictions with regards to access or seasonal dog bans. More information is available on the individual beach pages.

Dogs allowed all year round

That’s right – whenever you fancy. Bring your furry friend at any time to these beaches in any weather – flip flops or wellies.

A mixed (doggy) bag

Here’s a list of all dog friendly beach pages in one place – some allow dogs all year and other have access or seasonal restrictions. Please check the individual pages for more information.

couple hugging their dog while sitting looking at worms head

Walkies!

If the beaches weren’t enough, your pooch will be truly spoiled by our parks and outdoor spaces. They include the 200 acre Singleton Park, the ornamental gardens at Clyne, the scenic stretch of Swansea prom and numerous other parks, coast paths and river routes.

Outdoor spaces

An extensive list of all Swansea Bay’s parks, nature reserves and outdoor spaces with maps and facilities can be found here.

Find a dog walking route

Routes cover everything from a trot along the coast path to a lope through woods and commons. 

The Dog Walking Code

Livestock roam free around much of Gower and many walking routes cross farm land, you must keep your dog on a lead in these situations, read up on the Dog Walking Code.

Pick it up! You’ll find dog waste bins dotted around all walking routes.

Couple walking their dog in winter clothes

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