Watermouth Castle

Watermouth Castle in Ilfracombe is a full-on adventure day where your dog gets the thrill of new smells and you get the joy of doing something properly different. Dogs are welcome inside many areas of this quirky attraction, though they'll need to stay on lead and skip the dungeons, rides and food zones. It's a great option when you want to tire out a dog who has endless enthusiasm and a human who wants more than another loop of the same walk.

Expect a mix of atmospheric gardens, quirky attractions and classic family-day energy, with plenty to explore at a pace that suits curious paws. The setting itself is fun and photogenic, which means wandering, sniffing and lots of "what's over there?" moments. Bring comfortable shoes, a lead and a sense of humour for the day's delightful chaos.

Your dog will act like they've discovered a medieval kingdom, and honestly, they'll be right. It's the kind of day out that delivers proper novelty for paws and people alike.