Westgate Oxford

Westgate Oxford works well for dog owners who want to keep the city-centre outing going without having to split up at the doors. The centre actively promotes dog-friendly shopping and welcomes visitors to shop, dine and explore with dogs by their side, which makes it a useful addition to a day in central Oxford.

That matters in a busy city where indoor options can quickly shrink once a dog is involved. For a more mixed outing of browsing, eating and taking the pace down a notch, Westgate adds welcome flexibility.

It turns city-centre shopping into something far more workable for dog owners, with dogs welcome inside in public areas and many stores. Keep leads on, watch for individual shop signs, and enjoy the fact that nobody needs to do the pavement shuffle.