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Bowes Castle
English Heritage lists the castle as dog friendly. Keep dogs on leads.
Source: English Heritage: dog-friendly places, checked 26 Oct 2026 · Report a change
The roofless Norman keep of a castle built inside a Roman fort, guarding the old road over Stainmore. Free to visit and handy for the A66.
Dog facts
Not confirmed yet: water bowls, treats, good to know.
Dog-friendly places nearby
- Barnard Castle (the castle), Barnard Castle 4.0 milesOn leads
- Red Lion, Cotherstone 4.0 milesNo dogs inside
- Three Horseshoes, Barnard Castle 4.1 milesOutside only
- Egglestone Abbey, near Barnard Castle 4.5 milesOn leads
- Kirk Inn, Romaldkirk 5.1 milesDog friendly
- Rose & Crown, Romaldkirk 5.3 milesDog rooms
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