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Dog-friendly Gorge

Dog-Friendly Ironbridge Gorge

Everywhere in the Ironbridge Gorge that welcomes dogs, in one place. Choose what you're looking for — a pub, a café, somewhere to stay, dog treats, a walk or a dog walker — and see the places we hold a dog policy for.

Policies change — always check with the pub, café or owner before you set off.

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Places to stay that welcome dogs

Cottages, B&Bs, guest houses, glamping and pubs with rooms across the Gorge that take dogs.

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Sleeps

51 stays

Grays TownhouseSelf-Catering & Holiday Lets

Grays Townhouse

Ironbridge

Sleeps 4 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

3 beds (1 king-size bed and 2 sofa beds) · Wi-Fi · Two floors with internal stairs — may not suit visitors with limited mobility

Dog Friendly
Puddle Duck CottagesSelf-Catering & Holiday Lets

Puddle Duck Cottages

Jackfield

  • Puddle Duck Cottage · 3 bedrooms · sleeps 6 · 2 bathrooms
  • Duckling Cottage · 2 bedrooms · sleeps 4 · Dog-friendly (up to 2 dogs) · private secure garden · free on-site parking
Dog Friendly

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Dog-friendly pubs & bars

Pubs and bars where dogs are welcome — some throughout, some in the bar or garden only.

The Malthouse

Dogs welcome

The Swan Hotel Smoke & Taphouse

Dogs welcome

The Woodbridge Inn

Not in the main restaurant

Ye Olde Robin Hood Inn

Dogs welcome

33 Waterloo Street, Ironbridge, Telford **TF8 7HQ**

Dog-friendly cafés & tea rooms

Coffee stops, tea rooms and bakeries that welcome dogs inside or at outside tables.

Darbys 1779 Ironbridge

Outside seating only

Embers Café

Dogs welcome

Dog-friendly restaurants

Sit-down places to eat that hold a dog policy.

We don't hold a confirmed dog policy for any restaurants yet.

Dog treats & dog menus

Doggy ice cream, dog menus and treats for the dog while you have yours.

Tails of the Gorge

Doggy ice cream availableDog treats / menu

11 Tontine Hill, Ironbridge, Telford TF8 7AL

See the full dog treats guide →

Walks & green spaces

Riverside paths, woodland trails, parks and picnic spots to stretch four legs and two.

Walking routesRiverside and woodland trails across the Gorge.Parks & green spacesParks, dingles and nature reserves.Picnic sites & seatingBenches and picnic spots for a break.

Blists Hill Victorian Town & National Trust sites

Dogs on short leads are welcome in outdoor areas. Assistance dogs are welcome inside. Dogs are not permitted inside museums, galleries, cafés or Victorian exhibits unless they are assistance dogs.

For a dog-friendly stroll, follow the walk towards the Hay Inclined Plane at Coalport.

Noodles Dog Park

A safe, secure field near Broseley where your dog can run free off-lead — exclusive to your booking in 50-minute slots, with agility equipment and parking on site. Booking essential via the website.

Arlescott Cottage, Arlescott, Broseley, Shropshire TF12 5BG

07488 273059

noodlesdogpark.co.uk

Park & Ride 🚌

You can take your dog on the Jiggers Bank Park & Ride shuttle to Ironbridge and the Gorge attractions — a handy way to reach riverside walks without parking in town. The service also has one wheelchair space.

See the Park & Ride timetable and prices →

Some routes cross farmland and grazing — keep dogs on a lead where signs ask you to.

Dog walkers, day care & grooming

Dog walkers, day care, home boarding and pet grooming for visitors and residents — handy if you're exploring the Gorge with a dog.

Shropshire Canine

Dog walks, day trips and sitting.

Coalbrookdale

07813 801062

Tails From The Gorge

Dog Walking • Day Care • Dog Baths

11 Tontine Hill

07403 314504

Wagging Tails Ironbridge

Day care, home boarding and training (5-star).

14 Ladywood

07590 494875

More dog-friendly places

Other places in the Gorge that welcome dogs.

YHA Ironbridge Coalport

Dogs welcome

John Rose Building, High Street, Coalport, Telford TF8 7HT

Keep exploring

Continue exploring the Gorge

What's On This WeekEvery event, gig and market happening in the Gorge right now.Open Live MusicGigs, open mics and trad sessions across the Gorge pubs.Open Food & DrinkPubs, cafés, restaurants and tea rooms — with dog and dietary notes.Open WalksRiverside paths, woodland loops and cycling trails.Open HistoryStories, photographs and digital exhibitions from the Gorge.Open Things To DoMuseums, attractions and days out for all weathers.Open