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DOG FRIENDLY
CAMBRIDGE IS FAST BECOMING A DESTINATION
THAT OUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS CAN ENJOY JUST AS MUCH AS US. FROM DINING TO PUNTING THERE IS SOMETHING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY TO ENJOY.
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PARK & RIDE
Accessing the city with your pooch has never been easier, the network of Park & Ride buses will allow you to travel with dogs for free (however, they will need to sit on the floor). Buses run from five sites across the city, and tickets cost as little as £3.50 return with children travelling free when accompanied by an adult.
SCUDAMORE’S
Take your time to enjoy a trip down the riverbank with man’s best friend by your side. Scudamore’s Punting love nothing more than seeing our furry friends join them on a punting trip.You can choose between a punting tour or hire your own punt with your canine companions.
Coffee Time
There are a number of places across the city that allow you to bring your pup in, The Locker Café on King Street and Bould Brothers who have a site on Round Church Street and also Regent Street will welcome you with open paws.
Staying Over
If you wish to plan a longer visit to Cambridge and would like to bring your pooch, there are plenty of choice for overnight accommodation. The Hilton City Centre on Downing Street allows you to bring dogs as does the IBIS in Station Square, The Gonville opposite Parkers Piece and Hotel du Vin on Trumpington Street.
and the Champion of the Thames will give your pup a warm welcome. You can also head to Regent Street where Novi are very happy to accommodate dogs.
The City Pub Company allow dogs in all their establishments including city centre venues
Cambridge Brew House, The Mill, Old Bicycle Shop and The Old Ticket Office. If you’re hankering for a burger then Steak & Honour on Corn Exchange Street will welcome your four legged friends too.
Walks
Cambridge is blessed with a number of green spaces that you can walk your pooch on including Parkers Piece, Christ’s Piece and also along by the riverbank. Accessible by all, these are perfect locations to give your pup a chance to stretch their legs.
A Spot Of Shopping
Shopping with a canine pal in tow can be a bit troublesome, but there are a number of shops in Cambridge which have dog friendly policies. The city’s biggest department store, John Lewis allows well behaved pooches on leads, as does the Apple Store and Oliver Bonas while Waterstones and Heffers are also happy to let Rover have a mooch while you peruse the latest hardbacks. Independent shops including Podarok, Lilac Rose, Sahara & Ark and of course the Market also give the thumbs up to dogs on leads.