Camber Sands, the Seven Sisters, Bodiam Castle, and the ancient lanes of Rye — East Sussex delivers some of the finest and most varied dog-friendly days out in southern England. The South Downs National Park alone offers hundreds of miles of accessible dog-walking.
📍 Camber, near Rye, East Sussex
One of the finest stretches of sand in southern England — and Zone C, at the far eastern end, is where dogs are welcome throughout the year. The dunes here are high and dramatic, the beach is wide, and the sea is shallow enough for dogs to paddle. Arrive early...
📍 Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex
This picture-perfect 14th-century moated castle is a National Trust favourite, and dogs are genuinely welcome. The grounds, the moat walk, and the surrounding farmland estate are all accessible on leads. The views across the moat to the castle walls are among ...
📍 Seaford, East Sussex
The Seven Sisters chalk cliffs are among the most iconic landscapes in England, and the country park that runs beneath them is superb walking for dogs. The circular walk from the Cuckmere Valley to the cliff tops and back covers around 5 miles and delivers spe...
📍 Lamberhurst, East Sussex
The largest area of open water in the South East offers one of the best dog walks in the region — a 13-mile circular trail around the reservoir through ancient woodland and open farmland. Shorter sections are equally enjoyable, and the café at the visitor cent...
📍 Alfriston, East Sussex
One of the prettiest villages in the South Downs, Alfriston sits in the Cuckmere valley between Seaford and Polegate. The village green, the medieval church, and the surrounding downland walks are all beautifully dog-friendly. The Singing Kettle tea room is a ...
📍 Rye, East Sussex
The medieval hilltop town of Rye is one of the most atmospheric places in England and very welcoming to dogs. The cobbled streets, ancient city walls, and harbour marshes all make for excellent exploring. Many independent cafés and pubs throughout the town wel...
📍 Eastbourne, East Sussex
The clifftop path from Eastbourne to Beachy Head is one of the most dramatic short walks in southern England — 530 feet above the sea with the striped red-and-white lighthouse far below. Dogs are welcome on the clifftop path on leads (essential near the edge) ...
📍 Hastings, East Sussex
The old fishing town at the bottom of Hastings — separate from the modern resort — is a tangle of narrow lanes, independent shops, and some of the best fish and chips in England. The beach here (the Stade) is where the world's largest beach-launched fishing fl...