Paws in the Vale

22/03/2024

We were so excited to host six doggy influencers and their owners for a three-day stay in the Vale last week. 🐾

To catch up on their adventures, including where they went and what they got up to, visit www.visitthevale.com/inspiration for some paw-some doggy-friendly recommendations in the Vale! 🐶🌳

19/01/2024

And Fonmon Castleare doggy friendly too!

Big things are happening at Fonmon! 🚀 Last year, we asked for your thoughts and suggestions on how to make our park even better, and we've been hard at work turning your feedback into action.

Starting this February Half Term when we open, we're thrilled to announce that our park is now dog-friendly! 🐾 Bring your furry friends on short leads and explore the grounds together. Just a friendly reminder to please pick up after your pets to keep our park beautiful for everyone!

But wait, there's more! 🎉 We have some exciting new events and plans up our sleeves, and we can't wait to share them with you. Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks for all the details.

www.fonmoncastle.com

19/01/2024

SWAM are Doggy Friendly!

If you have visited with your four legged friend, they'd love to see your photos 🐾

Visiting SWAM Opening Times:Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 4pmStandard Admission Prices:| Adult (15+) | £10.00| Concession (65+ / Veteran) | £7.50| Child (3-14)* | £2.50 | Student* | £7.50| Carer* | Free| Dogs | Free*Enjoy one complimentary child entry per paying adult, or alternatively, child entry ...

10/10/2023

Fancy a doggy friendly break in the Vale?
Sealands Farm Holiday Cottages are ready to welcome you and your four legged friends 🥰

30/09/2023

And they're back! From tomorrow, your furry friends are officially welcome on our beautiful beaches until 30th April! 🌊

Please be responsible dog owners and pick up after your pooches!

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21/07/2023

🐾📸 Thank you to everyone who entered the Paws in the Vale competition and shared their amazing pet photos! We've loved seeing them all 🐶

Keep those fab snapshots coming and don't forget to follow Paws in the Vale for adorable photos and pet friendly recommendations in the Vale!🐾❤️

14/06/2023

Show Love. Shop Local
Loads of our shops are doggy friendly in the Vale and if you spot one of our stickers in the window your furry friend will get a lovely welcome 🤗

When you show love and shop local, you…
-Support local businesses and local people as they spend locally too
-Invest in your local community, making it a better place to live, work and visit
- Boost your local economy, while creating and protecting local jobs
- Reduce your carbon footprint, which is better for the environment and your health
- Preserve the heart of your community, helping your local town centre to thrive



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26/05/2023

💫 Have you seen our latest competition?🌟

Head over to the Visit the Vale page on Facebook to win a dog friendly weekend in the Vale with and 🐾🐶

To win a wonderful short break in beautiful surroundings including a meal at The Roost, go to ➡️ Visit the Vale

📸 If you fancy sharing a photo of your furry friend in the comments, that would be pawsome!! 🐾

03/05/2023

Attention all dog owners! 🐾 From May 1st, some beaches in the Vale of Glamorgan will have the annual dog ban in place, but don't worry! There are still plenty of dog-friendly beaches nearby for our furry friends to enjoy some fun in the sun!

www.visitthevale.com/see-do/dog-friendly for more details 🐶☀️

17/04/2023

Lots to see and do in the Vale with your four-legged friend 🐾

Check out our Inspiration page for some great ideas!

www.visitthevale.com/inspiration/we-love-dogs

14/04/2023

Darcy enjoying the sun in Craft Republic 🐶🐾❤️

📸: Did you know dogs are welcome at the bar and we even have biscuits from too! Bring your dog to see us and you can both have a treat 🍻

29/03/2023

Nothing beats a cosy pub day with your four-legged bestie 🍻🐾

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24/03/2023

Sudo out brunching 😍
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23/03/2023

How happy does Ralphie look enjoying his time at The Bear Hotel 😍

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 🐾

Did you know that we are a pet friendly venue? All are welcome through the door!

Our assistant wedding planner Ralphie loves his trips to The Bear. 🫶

Tag us in your pics for a chance to feature on our feed. We love seeing your doggy dates with us. 🐶

20/03/2023

Rosy enjoying the Glamorgan Heritage Coast 🌊🐾🤍
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17/03/2023

Have you explored the Magical Forest Walk with your dog yet...

This stunning 7 mile walk will take you through the mixed deciduous and conifer forest which gives the walk its name, home to the beautiful and pure Pysgodlyn Lake! 🐕‍🦺

Download your guide here and scything you need to know at www.visitthevale.com 🗺️

Go on! Take your dog for a walk and explore the beautiful scenery on this trail 🐾🥾🌲

08/03/2023

Cowbridge Farmers' Market have the cutest customers!

06/03/2023

Rex enjoying a day out at in Barry 😍🐾

The Goodsheds welcomes dogs, as long as they are kept on a lead! 🦮

(Check with individual vendors as some areas may not be suitable for your four legged friend) 👍
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10/02/2023

Dogs are welcome on nine of our beaches all year round, and on the other five beaches between 30th September and 1st May 🐕‍🦺🐾

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to a splash around in the sea!🌊

Take a look at the beaches open between October - April ➡️

03/02/2023

Love dogs? 🐶💚 We do too!

Want your business to be registered for the Paws in The Vale scheme? Well now you can! 🐾

Send us a DM and we can arrange for your business to be listed under the Paws in The Vale section of the Visit the Vale website, as well as get a sticker delivered to you to display in your window! 💚🐩

19/01/2023

Feeling adventurous? 🥾Why not head out to explore Vale Trail 5 with your furry companion🦮🐾
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The route is dog-friendly, with no stiles, no livestock, numerous dog litter bins, and is a dog-friendly pub for liquid refreshment for you and your dog!👏
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Find more dog friendly inspiration at visitthevale.com/see-do/dog-friendly 🐕‍🦺

20/12/2022

For rock pools and dramatic scenery, Nash Point can’t be beaten 🌊

While you’re there, why not take a stroll along the Wales Coast Path past the clifftop lighthouse💡

Dogs are welcome at Nash Point throughout the year 🐾

13/12/2022

Henry eyeing up the bacon rolls in the doggy friendly 😍🐾

Don’t forget to keep tagging us in your pictures and let us know your favourite spaces in the Vale!

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18/10/2022

Now that dogs are welcome back on the beaches, why not head down to Dunraven Bay this weekend (also known as Southerndown) - a particular pleasure for autumn beach walks with your furry friend, with the walled Dunraven Gardens and other delights of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast nearby!

Check out our Dunraven Walks if you bring your walking boots on our website too - www.visitthevale.com/walks/dunraven-walks

02/10/2022

And they're back! Dogs are allowed on all the Vale beaches from today 1st October until 30th April. Please be responsible dog owners and pick up after your pooches!

Check out our website for dog friendly ideas! https://www.visitthevale.com/see-do/dog-friendly
Paws in the Vale

30/08/2022

We've launched our new Instagram page! Follow us at for more pics of your favourite four legged friends!

Tag so we can see your photos too. 🐾

26/08/2022

Happy International Dogs Day! Help us celebrate by sharing a photo of your dog on Facebook & Instagram using the hashtag 🐾

Here are some of our old favourites to get you started… 🦮

25/08/2022

Lovely Maple enjoying her pup cup during her visit to in Llantwit Major. ☕️🐾

Don’t forget to tag us in your pics to be featured on our page 🐶