Best places in Bristol for a doggy paddle

In these hot summer months, it’s so important to keep your doggy cool and hydrated, so why not explore some of the great places to go for a doggy paddle? Bella gets so ridiculously excited when we take her to these places, you cannot keep that girl out of the water! In Abbots Pool, you will even see people wild swimming in the summer, so you could even get in for a dip if you dare. Just remember to keep your dog in the shade, have a bottle of water at the ready and towel in the car.

Manor Woods Valley

A nature reserve with a large wildlife meadow, green spaces, woodland and The Malago River running through

Bishopsworth, Bristol

Blaise Castle Estate

Huge, popular 650-acre estate containing a manor house, folly castle, children's play area and woodland

Henbury, Bristol

Snuff Mills

Woodland walk starting at the old water mill and landscaped gardens, walk alongside the river for plenty of dog swimming opportunities

Frome Vale, Bristol

Oldbury Court Estate

Large parkland with a varied landscape of woods, riverside paths and swimming opportunities

Frome Vale, Bristol

Badock's Wood

A haven in the city, this beautiful area is varied and offers all different types of walks

Stoke Bishop, Bristol

Ashton Court Estate

Large country park with 850 acres of woodland, grassland and pools

Long Ashton, Bristol

West Tanpit Wood

A beautiful hidden gem - a woodland walk with a babbling brook through ancient trees

Wraxall, North Somerset

Paradise Bottom

Part of Leigh Woods, but a beautiful and varied dog walk in its own right, walk through Giant Redwoods, a variety of ancient trees and small pools for a doggy paddle

Abbots Leigh, Bristol