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10 Best Dog Friendly Caravan Holiday Parks 2026
Author: Robbie Lane | Last updated: 4 February 2026
Caravan parks offer a decent choice for pet friendly and dog friendly holidays. They usually have plenty of space for walkies and some are near to dog friendly beaches.
We've picked out 10 of the best pet friendly caravan holiday parks in the UK from a selection of the biggest seaside resorts and counties, including Dorset, Isle of Wight, Cornwall, Devon, Wales, Yorkshire, Norfolk, Blackpool and Skegness.
We've done a bit of digging (much like a dog) but have a proper read of the small print with each park as the phrase 'dog friendly' means a lot of different things. Some don't allow certain breeds of dogs, some have dog walking areas and so on. Some charge extra whilst others do a 'pets go free' offer (see our blog comparing the cost of bringing a dog with Haven, Parkdean, Center Parcs etc).
We picked our top 10 by looking at location, dog-friendliness, facilities, customer reviews and price. Our price comparison looked for the cheapest caravan for a family of four in August 2026.
We've picked out 10 of the best pet friendly caravan holiday parks in the UK from a selection of the biggest seaside resorts and counties, including Dorset, Isle of Wight, Cornwall, Devon, Wales, Yorkshire, Norfolk, Blackpool and Skegness.
We've done a bit of digging (much like a dog) but have a proper read of the small print with each park as the phrase 'dog friendly' means a lot of different things. Some don't allow certain breeds of dogs, some have dog walking areas and so on. Some charge extra whilst others do a 'pets go free' offer (see our blog comparing the cost of bringing a dog with Haven, Parkdean, Center Parcs etc).
We picked our top 10 by looking at location, dog-friendliness, facilities, customer reviews and price. Our price comparison looked for the cheapest caravan for a family of four in August 2026.
Quick Picks: Best Dog Friendly Caravan Holiday Parks In The UK
- Best Overall Dog Friendly Park – Haven Hafan y Môr, North Wales - Outstanding all-rounder with a dog-friendly beach, Bark Yard agility course, dog-friendly dining and one of the best swimming pools at any UK holiday park.
- Best Quieter Dog Friendly Park – Oakdene Forest Park, Dorset - Woodland setting with miles of nearby walks, dog-friendly indoor seating areas and space for up to three dogs, making it ideal for a calmer break.
- Best Dog Friendly Park With Activities – Warmwell Holiday Park, Dorset - Top choice if you want dog agility facilities alongside big-ticket attractions like a ski slope, fishing lakes, indoor pool and high ropes.
- Best Value Dog Friendly Park – California Cliffs Holiday Park, Norfolk - Often the cheapest option in peak season, with good facilities, dog-friendly accommodation and easy access to quieter dog-friendly Norfolk beaches.
Dog Friendly Holiday Parks: Our Top Picks for 2026
1. Haven Hafan y Môr Holiday Park,​ North Wales
Large resort, dog friendly beach nearby, Bark Yard agility course, waterpark
**Haven's Offers: Last minute bargains from £49 + Summer 2026 from £159**
Why it’s in our top 10:
Hafan y Môr Holiday Park makes our number one spot because it combines big-resort family facilities with genuinely strong dog friendliness, including a dog friendly beach nearby, dog friendly dining and one of Haven’s Bark Yard agility courses.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a busy, activity-packed holiday where the dog is properly included rather than tolerated.
Location:
Coastal North Wales, next to a beach that allows dogs. Good base for the wider area, with plenty of outdoor exploring nearby.
Facilities:
Major investment has added a large indoor pool and splashpark (opened in 2017). Other facilities include an adventure village with high ropes, entertainment for children and adults, multiple playgrounds and nine places to eat. Some activities cost extra.
Dog friendliness:
Dogs are allowed at nearly all Haven parks, with a small list of breed restrictions ('Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentina, Fila Brasilieiro, Japanese Tosa and XL Bully'). Hafan y Môr stands out because you can take your dog into The Coast House restaurant and it has a Bark Yard agility course. Bark Yards are found at five other Haven parks:
Reviews:
3.9/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (83% overall).
Price:
£1149 for a dog friendly Saver caravan for a week in August 2026 (Friday or Monday arrivals are often cheaper). Price quoted is for a standard Haven holiday (facility access) rather than Haven Hideaway. Read the official comparison or our guide to Haven Hideaway. It's also worth saying that some of the other Haven resorts mentioned above tend to be cheaper than Hafan y Môr.
Hafan y Môr Holiday Park makes our number one spot because it combines big-resort family facilities with genuinely strong dog friendliness, including a dog friendly beach nearby, dog friendly dining and one of Haven’s Bark Yard agility courses.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a busy, activity-packed holiday where the dog is properly included rather than tolerated.
Location:
Coastal North Wales, next to a beach that allows dogs. Good base for the wider area, with plenty of outdoor exploring nearby.
Facilities:
Major investment has added a large indoor pool and splashpark (opened in 2017). Other facilities include an adventure village with high ropes, entertainment for children and adults, multiple playgrounds and nine places to eat. Some activities cost extra.
Dog friendliness:
Dogs are allowed at nearly all Haven parks, with a small list of breed restrictions ('Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentina, Fila Brasilieiro, Japanese Tosa and XL Bully'). Hafan y Môr stands out because you can take your dog into The Coast House restaurant and it has a Bark Yard agility course. Bark Yards are found at five other Haven parks:
- Haven Caister on Sea in Norfolk (average review score 85%) - read about our visit.
- Haven Cleethorpes Beach in Lincolnshire - previously called Haven Thorpe Park (78%)
- Haven Golden Sands in Lincolnshire (80%) - read about our visit
- Haven Kent Coast - previously called Allhallows (78%)
- Haven Skegness Holiday Park in Lincolnshire (85%)
Reviews:
3.9/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (83% overall).
Price:
£1149 for a dog friendly Saver caravan for a week in August 2026 (Friday or Monday arrivals are often cheaper). Price quoted is for a standard Haven holiday (facility access) rather than Haven Hideaway. Read the official comparison or our guide to Haven Hideaway. It's also worth saying that some of the other Haven resorts mentioned above tend to be cheaper than Hafan y Môr.
How much do Haven charge for dogs?
Haven don't charge an extra fee for bringing your dog. However, the dog friendly accommodation is usually about £60 - £100 more expensive than an equivalent grade non-dog friendly caravan (read the blog to see how we worked this out).
The result is that you basically end up paying about the same as you would with Parkdean Resorts, Away Resorts or other big name holiday park brands.
The result is that you basically end up paying about the same as you would with Parkdean Resorts, Away Resorts or other big name holiday park brands.
2. Warmwell Holiday Park, Dorset
Woof Park agility course, indoor pool, fishing lakes, ski slope, lodges
**Warmwell offer: Lodge holidays from £169**
Why it’s in our top 10:
Warmwell Holiday Park makes the list as the best Parkdean Resorts option for dog owners who also want a big activity list, thanks to its Woof Park agility course and unusually wide range of attractions.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want non-stop activities and want dog agility facilities onsite. Less ideal if you want to be right on the beach.
Location:
Around 15 minutes inland. Nearest dog friendly beach is Ringstead Bay, which allows dogs all year.
Facilities:
Indoor pool with wave machine, fishing lakes, dry ski slope, high ropes, dinosaur themed mini golf, climbing wall, bungee trampolines, crafts, roller rink, plus soft play, playground, restaurant, café, takeaway, entertainment and kids’ shows.
Dog friendliness:
Warmwell has a Woof Park (one of seven Parkdean Resorts with agility courses). Dog friendly accommodation is limited to certain grades, including some lakeside lodges that book up early. Parkdean charges £49 per dog per holiday.
Your other options for Parkdean Resorts Woof Parks include:
Reviews:
4.3/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (87% overall).
Price:
£1689 for a week in August 2026 in a Superior dog friendly three-bedroom lodge (sleeps up to eight, better for six). Warmwell is lodge-only accommodation rather than caravans. That means that Warmwell isn't as cheap as some Parkdean Resorts, but you do get a lot more space. A couple of grades of accommodation are dog friendly, including some with lakeside views (these get booked up early). If you are looking for a cheaper Parkdean Resorts holiday park with a Woof Park then I would start with Camber Sands Holiday Park in Sussex. It tends to be a lot cheaper than Warmwell Holiday Park.
Warmwell Holiday Park makes the list as the best Parkdean Resorts option for dog owners who also want a big activity list, thanks to its Woof Park agility course and unusually wide range of attractions.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want non-stop activities and want dog agility facilities onsite. Less ideal if you want to be right on the beach.
Location:
Around 15 minutes inland. Nearest dog friendly beach is Ringstead Bay, which allows dogs all year.
Facilities:
Indoor pool with wave machine, fishing lakes, dry ski slope, high ropes, dinosaur themed mini golf, climbing wall, bungee trampolines, crafts, roller rink, plus soft play, playground, restaurant, café, takeaway, entertainment and kids’ shows.
Dog friendliness:
Warmwell has a Woof Park (one of seven Parkdean Resorts with agility courses). Dog friendly accommodation is limited to certain grades, including some lakeside lodges that book up early. Parkdean charges £49 per dog per holiday.
Your other options for Parkdean Resorts Woof Parks include:
- Newquay Holiday Park (76%) and Lizard Point Holiday Park in Cornwall (73%)
- Sandford Holiday Park (76%)
- Cayton Bay Holiday Park in Yorkshire (83%) (Read our review from our visit to Cayton Bay)
- Camber Sands Holiday Park in Sussex (73%)
- Ty Mawr Holiday Park in Wales (85%)
Reviews:
4.3/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (87% overall).
Price:
£1689 for a week in August 2026 in a Superior dog friendly three-bedroom lodge (sleeps up to eight, better for six). Warmwell is lodge-only accommodation rather than caravans. That means that Warmwell isn't as cheap as some Parkdean Resorts, but you do get a lot more space. A couple of grades of accommodation are dog friendly, including some with lakeside views (these get booked up early). If you are looking for a cheaper Parkdean Resorts holiday park with a Woof Park then I would start with Camber Sands Holiday Park in Sussex. It tends to be a lot cheaper than Warmwell Holiday Park.
3. St Ives Bay Holiday Park, Cornwall
Indoor pool, sea views, beach next door, dogs allowed in all accommodation grades
**St Ives Bay Discount Code: up to 10% off via this link with code DOGFRIENDLY10 until 31/12/26**
Why it’s in our top 10:
St Ives Bay Holiday Park makes the list because it’s good value for Cornwall, offers excellent sea views, and is unusually flexible for dog owners because dogs can stay in any accommodation grade.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want Cornwall sea views and a beach right next door, and who don’t want their accommodation choice limited to a handful of pet units.
Location:
Next to the beach. Important small print: in July and August, dogs aren’t allowed on the beach from 10am to 5pm, but dogs are welcome at other times and throughout the rest of the year.
Facilities:
Indoor swimming pool, surf lessons, bistro and bar, mini golf, playground and kids’ entertainment in warmer months. Good range of caravans and lodges including adapted options.
Dog friendliness:
Maximum two dogs per caravan. Charge of £60 per week per dog. That's a little bit more expensive than some holiday parks (most charge about £50 per week).
Reviews:
3.9/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (83% overall).
Price:
£1149 for a family of four and one dog for a week in early August 2026 in a Value caravan (Friday arrival). Prices are often cheaper for Friday or Monday starts.
St Ives Bay Holiday Park makes the list because it’s good value for Cornwall, offers excellent sea views, and is unusually flexible for dog owners because dogs can stay in any accommodation grade.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want Cornwall sea views and a beach right next door, and who don’t want their accommodation choice limited to a handful of pet units.
Location:
Next to the beach. Important small print: in July and August, dogs aren’t allowed on the beach from 10am to 5pm, but dogs are welcome at other times and throughout the rest of the year.
Facilities:
Indoor swimming pool, surf lessons, bistro and bar, mini golf, playground and kids’ entertainment in warmer months. Good range of caravans and lodges including adapted options.
Dog friendliness:
Maximum two dogs per caravan. Charge of £60 per week per dog. That's a little bit more expensive than some holiday parks (most charge about £50 per week).
Reviews:
3.9/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (83% overall).
Price:
£1149 for a family of four and one dog for a week in early August 2026 in a Value caravan (Friday arrival). Prices are often cheaper for Friday or Monday starts.
4. Rockley Park Caravan Holiday Park, Dorset
Busy Haven resort, indoor pool, good facilities, good Dorset base with dogs
Why it’s in our top 10:
Rockley Park Holiday Park makes the list as a reliable, good-value Haven choice in Dorset that’s dog friendly and works well for a traditional family holiday with lots going on.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a classic busy holiday park with swimming, entertainment and lots of facilities, with Dorset day trips and dog walks nearby.
Location:
Near Poole and Bournemouth. Dorset has plenty of dog friendly beaches if you don’t mind travelling a little.
Facilities:
Indoor pool, kids’ clubs, evening entertainment and a big list of activities including watersports and a climbing wall.
Dog friendliness:
Dog friendly accommodation is available. If you want to save money, Friday or Monday starts are often cheaper than Saturdays.
Reviews:
3.7/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.2/5 on Google Reviews (79% overall).
Price:
£829 for a week in August 2026 in a Saver dog friendly caravan for a family of four. Haven has five main levels to its grading system. The cheapest models are now called 'Saver' caravans with the option to upgrade to Bronze, Silver, Gold and Signature (the most expensive). The cheapest caravans are narrower and don't have central heating, whilst the most expensive ones have better views, dishwashers and TVs in the bedrooms.
Read our full comparison of the different grades of caravan at Haven or read the official guide.
Rockley Park Holiday Park makes the list as a reliable, good-value Haven choice in Dorset that’s dog friendly and works well for a traditional family holiday with lots going on.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a classic busy holiday park with swimming, entertainment and lots of facilities, with Dorset day trips and dog walks nearby.
Location:
Near Poole and Bournemouth. Dorset has plenty of dog friendly beaches if you don’t mind travelling a little.
Facilities:
Indoor pool, kids’ clubs, evening entertainment and a big list of activities including watersports and a climbing wall.
Dog friendliness:
Dog friendly accommodation is available. If you want to save money, Friday or Monday starts are often cheaper than Saturdays.
Reviews:
3.7/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.2/5 on Google Reviews (79% overall).
Price:
£829 for a week in August 2026 in a Saver dog friendly caravan for a family of four. Haven has five main levels to its grading system. The cheapest models are now called 'Saver' caravans with the option to upgrade to Bronze, Silver, Gold and Signature (the most expensive). The cheapest caravans are narrower and don't have central heating, whilst the most expensive ones have better views, dishwashers and TVs in the bedrooms.
Read our full comparison of the different grades of caravan at Haven or read the official guide.
5. ​South Bay Holiday Park, Devon
Next to dog friendly beach, two pools, good value, hilly site
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Why it’s in our top 10:
South Bay Holiday Park makes the list as a good-value Devon option next to a dog friendly beach, with both indoor and outdoor swimming, and generally strong review scores.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want swimming and a coastal setting at a reasonable price, and who don’t mind a steep site with lots of steps. The resort is run by John Fowler Holidays, which has about a dozen similar sites around the Westcountry. All of their caravan parks are dog friendly, but some are better than others in terms of space for walking.
Location:
Next to St Mary’s Bay, with around 100 steps down to the beach. The whole site is quite hilly, which gives it good views but makes it hard work if you're not very mobile.
Facilities:
Indoor pool and outdoor pool, evening entertainment (bingo, cabaret), kids’ club, playground, mini golf and basketball. Dogs aren’t allowed in the clubhouse. If that's important to you, take a look at John Fowler's Combe Martin Beach Holiday Park in Devon, which has a pet friendly area in the Clubhouse.
Dog friendliness:
Maximum two dogs. £50 per week per dog (assistance dogs free). Good range of dog friendly grades available, including Bronze and Silver options. That's good news, as you are sometimes stuck with the cheapest grade of caravan if you bring a pet.
Reviews:
83% overall (Google 4.2/5, TripAdvisor 4.1/5).
Price:
£968 for a family of four with a dog for a week in August 2026 in a Value, pet friendly two-bedroom caravan. A three-bedroom upgrade was around £200 extra.
South Bay Holiday Park makes the list as a good-value Devon option next to a dog friendly beach, with both indoor and outdoor swimming, and generally strong review scores.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want swimming and a coastal setting at a reasonable price, and who don’t mind a steep site with lots of steps. The resort is run by John Fowler Holidays, which has about a dozen similar sites around the Westcountry. All of their caravan parks are dog friendly, but some are better than others in terms of space for walking.
Location:
Next to St Mary’s Bay, with around 100 steps down to the beach. The whole site is quite hilly, which gives it good views but makes it hard work if you're not very mobile.
Facilities:
Indoor pool and outdoor pool, evening entertainment (bingo, cabaret), kids’ club, playground, mini golf and basketball. Dogs aren’t allowed in the clubhouse. If that's important to you, take a look at John Fowler's Combe Martin Beach Holiday Park in Devon, which has a pet friendly area in the Clubhouse.
Dog friendliness:
Maximum two dogs. £50 per week per dog (assistance dogs free). Good range of dog friendly grades available, including Bronze and Silver options. That's good news, as you are sometimes stuck with the cheapest grade of caravan if you bring a pet.
Reviews:
83% overall (Google 4.2/5, TripAdvisor 4.1/5).
Price:
£968 for a family of four with a dog for a week in August 2026 in a Value, pet friendly two-bedroom caravan. A three-bedroom upgrade was around £200 extra.
6. Oakdene Forest Park, Dorset
Woodland walks, indoor dog friendly areas, up to three dogs, pools and activities
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Why it’s in our top 10:
Oakdene Forest Park makes the list as the best quieter dog friendly option here, thanks to its woodland location, walking access, and unusually good dog-friendly access to the main complex.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a calmer base with good dog walking opportunities, and who don’t mind driving to the coast.
Location:
Near the Hampshire border. The coast is around half an hour away. Dog friendly beaches in Dorset include Milford on Sea Beach and the western end of Sandbanks Beach.
Facilities:
Indoor and outdoor pools (indoor flume and water jets), plus activities like fencing, archery, crossbow and mini golf.
Dog friendliness:
Up to three dogs (most parks cap it at two). Dogs allowed in parts of the main complex, with indoor seating areas and a dog friendly terrace. Shorefield sometimes runs pets go free offers. It's got an indoor seating area with snacks and water for pets provided. Its sister park - Shorefield Country Park - offers a lot of the same dog friendly features.
Reviews:
83% overall (Google 4.4/5, TripAdvisor 3.9/5).
Price:
£925 for a Statement caravan for a family of four and a dog for a week in August 2026.
Oakdene Forest Park makes the list as the best quieter dog friendly option here, thanks to its woodland location, walking access, and unusually good dog-friendly access to the main complex.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a calmer base with good dog walking opportunities, and who don’t mind driving to the coast.
Location:
Near the Hampshire border. The coast is around half an hour away. Dog friendly beaches in Dorset include Milford on Sea Beach and the western end of Sandbanks Beach.
Facilities:
Indoor and outdoor pools (indoor flume and water jets), plus activities like fencing, archery, crossbow and mini golf.
Dog friendliness:
Up to three dogs (most parks cap it at two). Dogs allowed in parts of the main complex, with indoor seating areas and a dog friendly terrace. Shorefield sometimes runs pets go free offers. It's got an indoor seating area with snacks and water for pets provided. Its sister park - Shorefield Country Park - offers a lot of the same dog friendly features.
Reviews:
83% overall (Google 4.4/5, TripAdvisor 3.9/5).
Price:
£925 for a Statement caravan for a family of four and a dog for a week in August 2026.
7. South Lakeland Leisure Village, Yorkshire
Walks, lakes, leisure complex, up to three dogs
Why it’s in our top 10:
South Lakeland Leisure Village makes the list as a dog friendly option with attractive lakeside surroundings and an impressive leisure complex, plus good access to multiple regions for days out.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want scenic walks and a more relaxed holiday base, and are happy budgeting for leisure passes (you get these free with some accommodation types but not the cheaper options).
Location:
Good for exploring Yorkshire, the Lake District and Lancashire. Around 30 minutes to Windermere and 15 minutes to Morecambe Bay. Close to the M6, which helps with travel but don't expect total silence.
Facilities:
Large swimming pool and leisure complex (passes can be extra, depending on which accommodation you book), spa facilities, fishing lakes, and higher-end accommodation overlooking the water. Hot tub upgrades available.
Dog friendliness:
Allows up to three dogs. Charges £45 per dog per week.
Reviews:
4.1/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (85% overall).
Price:
£1043 for a family of four with one dog for a week in August 2026 in a Silver two-bed lodge, plus around £120 if the family wants leisure passes for the week.
South Lakeland Leisure Village makes the list as a dog friendly option with attractive lakeside surroundings and an impressive leisure complex, plus good access to multiple regions for days out.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want scenic walks and a more relaxed holiday base, and are happy budgeting for leisure passes (you get these free with some accommodation types but not the cheaper options).
Location:
Good for exploring Yorkshire, the Lake District and Lancashire. Around 30 minutes to Windermere and 15 minutes to Morecambe Bay. Close to the M6, which helps with travel but don't expect total silence.
Facilities:
Large swimming pool and leisure complex (passes can be extra, depending on which accommodation you book), spa facilities, fishing lakes, and higher-end accommodation overlooking the water. Hot tub upgrades available.
Dog friendliness:
Allows up to three dogs. Charges £45 per dog per week.
Reviews:
4.1/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.4/5 on Google Reviews (85% overall).
Price:
£1043 for a family of four with one dog for a week in August 2026 in a Silver two-bed lodge, plus around £120 if the family wants leisure passes for the week.
8. Marton Mere Holiday Park, Blackpool
Indoor pool, splashzone, big family facilities, dog friendly accommodation
Why it’s in our top 10:
Marton Mere Holiday Park makes the list as the most practical dog friendly family option for a Blackpool holiday, thanks to an indoor pool and a full set of classic big-park facilities.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want Blackpool days out plus swimming and activities onsite, and are happy working around the stricter dog rules on Blackpool’s main beaches.
Location:
About 10–15 minutes’ drive to Blackpool seafront.
Facilities:
Indoor pool and outdoor splashzone, kids’ clubs, bar and restaurant, playgrounds, adventure golf, sports courts and evening entertainment, plus paid activities like archery and pottery.
Dog friendliness:
Dog friendly accommodation available. Beach rules in Blackpool are more restrictive than many other resorts.
Reviews:
3.5/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.1/5 on Google Reviews (76% overall).
Price:
£915 for a family of four and one dog for a week in August 2026 in a Saver dog friendly caravan.
Marton Mere Holiday Park makes the list as the most practical dog friendly family option for a Blackpool holiday, thanks to an indoor pool and a full set of classic big-park facilities.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want Blackpool days out plus swimming and activities onsite, and are happy working around the stricter dog rules on Blackpool’s main beaches.
Location:
About 10–15 minutes’ drive to Blackpool seafront.
Facilities:
Indoor pool and outdoor splashzone, kids’ clubs, bar and restaurant, playgrounds, adventure golf, sports courts and evening entertainment, plus paid activities like archery and pottery.
Dog friendliness:
Dog friendly accommodation available. Beach rules in Blackpool are more restrictive than many other resorts.
Reviews:
3.5/5 on TripAdvisor and 4.1/5 on Google Reviews (76% overall).
Price:
£915 for a family of four and one dog for a week in August 2026 in a Saver dog friendly caravan.
9. Nodes Point Holiday Park, Isle of Wight
Dog friendly beach nearby, indoor pool with slide, big family park
Why it’s in our top 10:
Nodes Point Holiday Park is included for its easy access to a dog friendly beach with huge low tides, plus good onsite facilities for a family holiday.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want beach access with a dog, plus indoor swimming and classic resort entertainment.
Location:
Near St Helens Beach, which is dog friendly and has lots of space at low tide. Also close to Bembridge beach, which allows dogs. The ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight is about 40 - 60 minutes. Your dog can either stay in the car on their own or you can sit in a designated dog friendly area on the ferry (or go on the outside deck). You aren't allowed to stay in your car with your dog.
Facilities:
Indoor pool, bar and restaurant, family activities, with seasonal extras like horse riding along the beach.
Dog friendliness:
Parkdean Resorts park, so expect a £49 per dog per week charge (as per your page). Dog friendly ferry practicalities are explained in your visit section.
Reviews:
Around 83% overall (TripAdvisor 4.0/5, Google 4.3/5).
Price:
£1449 for a family of four plus a dog for a week in August 2026 in a Silver chalet (includes £49 pet charge). When we stayed at Nodes Point Holiday Park, we were most impressed with the easy access to the beach. We stayed in a lodge, which was two or three minutes' walk from St Helens Beach. This gave us the freedom to have impromptu beach trips after tea or early in the morning if anyone woke with the sunrise!
Nodes Point Holiday Park is included for its easy access to a dog friendly beach with huge low tides, plus good onsite facilities for a family holiday.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want beach access with a dog, plus indoor swimming and classic resort entertainment.
Location:
Near St Helens Beach, which is dog friendly and has lots of space at low tide. Also close to Bembridge beach, which allows dogs. The ferry crossing to the Isle of Wight is about 40 - 60 minutes. Your dog can either stay in the car on their own or you can sit in a designated dog friendly area on the ferry (or go on the outside deck). You aren't allowed to stay in your car with your dog.
Facilities:
Indoor pool, bar and restaurant, family activities, with seasonal extras like horse riding along the beach.
Dog friendliness:
Parkdean Resorts park, so expect a £49 per dog per week charge (as per your page). Dog friendly ferry practicalities are explained in your visit section.
Reviews:
Around 83% overall (TripAdvisor 4.0/5, Google 4.3/5).
Price:
£1449 for a family of four plus a dog for a week in August 2026 in a Silver chalet (includes £49 pet charge). When we stayed at Nodes Point Holiday Park, we were most impressed with the easy access to the beach. We stayed in a lodge, which was two or three minutes' walk from St Helens Beach. This gave us the freedom to have impromptu beach trips after tea or early in the morning if anyone woke with the sunrise!
Our visit to Nodes Point Holiday Park
"The reason I often recommend Nodes Point is partly because of its location. It leads straight onto the dog-friendly beach at St Helens, which has massive great low tides and views across to the mainland."
Read the rest of our review from our visit to Nodes Point
Read the rest of our review from our visit to Nodes Point
10. California Cliffs Holiday Park, Norfolk
Good value in peak season, good facilities, coastal location, dog friendly beaches nearby
Why it’s in our top 10:
California Cliffs Holiday Park rounds off the list as one of the best value dog friendly options in peak season, with solid facilities and easy access to quieter dog friendly beaches along the Norfolk coast.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a busy, classic holiday park with swimming and activities, and who want beach options nearby that work better for dogs than many major resorts.
Location:
Short drive to Great Yarmouth, plus access to quieter Norfolk beaches, many of which are dog friendly.
Facilities:
Indoor pool and outdoor pool, sports court, outdoor entertainment, crazy golf, adventure playground, plus other typical Parkdean facilities.
Dog friendliness:
Some accommodation is dog friendly, maximum two pets. Parkdean charges £49 per dog per week.
Reviews:
84% overall.
Price:
£889 for a week in a Bronze caravan in August 2026 for a family of four, plus pet charges.
Parkdean Resorts has an abundance of holiday parks around this part of East Anglia, so I would also check prices at Cherry Tree. Cherry Tree is a good choice if you want more facilities whilst California Cliffs is a better choice if you want easy beach access.
You might like to read our review from our visit to Cherry Tree.
California Cliffs Holiday Park rounds off the list as one of the best value dog friendly options in peak season, with solid facilities and easy access to quieter dog friendly beaches along the Norfolk coast.
Who it’s best for:
Best for families who want a busy, classic holiday park with swimming and activities, and who want beach options nearby that work better for dogs than many major resorts.
Location:
Short drive to Great Yarmouth, plus access to quieter Norfolk beaches, many of which are dog friendly.
Facilities:
Indoor pool and outdoor pool, sports court, outdoor entertainment, crazy golf, adventure playground, plus other typical Parkdean facilities.
Dog friendliness:
Some accommodation is dog friendly, maximum two pets. Parkdean charges £49 per dog per week.
Reviews:
84% overall.
Price:
£889 for a week in a Bronze caravan in August 2026 for a family of four, plus pet charges.
Parkdean Resorts has an abundance of holiday parks around this part of East Anglia, so I would also check prices at Cherry Tree. Cherry Tree is a good choice if you want more facilities whilst California Cliffs is a better choice if you want easy beach access.
You might like to read our review from our visit to Cherry Tree.
Our visit to California Cliffs Holiday Park
"And what are the facilities like at California Cliffs Holiday Park? I'd say that they are pretty good, but I have seen Parkdean Resorts with a wider range of things to do. The swimming pool is nice as it has an indoor and outdoor section, which are linked together. When we visited, it was jam-packed and there were lots of people enjoying the outdoor pool on what was a really lovely spell of weather."
Read the rest of our review from California Cliffs
Read the rest of our review from California Cliffs
Price comparison of the UK's 10 best dog friendly caravan holiday parks
Our price comparison just looked at one week in August 2026 for a family of four with a dog. It will often be much cheaper to visit outside of school holidays, if that's an option for you. We didn't include any upgrades or extras.
From cheapest to most expensive:
Most of the photos on Holiday Park Guru are original photos that we’ve taken ourselves from our own visits to 100+ holiday parks around the UK. Please don’t use them without permission. Other photos on this page are from Parkdean Resorts, Away Resorts and Haven.
From cheapest to most expensive:
- Rockley Park Holiday Park Dorset - £829
- California Cliffs Norfolk - £889
- Marton Mere Blackpool - £915
- Oakdene Forest Park Dorset - £925
- South Bay Holiday Park Devon - £968
- South Lakeland Leisure Village - £1043
- Hafan y Môr Holiday Park North Wales - £1149
- St Ives Bay Holiday Park Cornwall - £1149
- Nodes Point Holiday Park Isle of Wight - £1449
- Warmwell Holiday Park Dorset - £1689
Most of the photos on Holiday Park Guru are original photos that we’ve taken ourselves from our own visits to 100+ holiday parks around the UK. Please don’t use them without permission. Other photos on this page are from Parkdean Resorts, Away Resorts and Haven.
​Dog Friendly Caravan Holiday Parks: FAQs
How much does it cost to take a dog to a caravan holiday park?
Most holiday parks charge between £40 and £100 per dog per week. Some parks build the cost into the accommodation price, while others run occasional “pets go free” offers. See our blog, which compares the price of bringing a dog with different brands, including Haven, Center Parcs and Away Resorts.
Are there breed restrictions at dog friendly holiday parks?
Some operators restrict certain breeds, particularly those listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act. It’s always best to check the park’s individual terms and conditions before booking.
Can dogs go into restaurants and facilities on caravan parks?
This depends on the park. Some allow dogs into specific restaurants or seating areas, while others restrict dogs to outdoor terraces only. Facilities such as swimming pools are always dog-free. Haven always have at least one dog friendly restaurant at their parks.
Do any caravan parks have dog agility courses?
Yes. Haven has Bark Yard agility courses at selected parks, while Parkdean Resorts operates Woof Parks. These provide enclosed spaces where dogs can run and play off lead. We've also visited several parks with a designated dog walking field. See our favourite dog friendly Haven parks.