Killerton Estate
6 miles from Exeter • Multiple trails from 1-5km
Killerton is a beautiful National Trust estate just north of Exeter. Dogs are wonderfully welcome with dedicated facilities: water bowls, dog bins, a doggy rinsing station in the car park for post-walk muddy paws, and picnic tables with tether points. The Stables Coffee Shop even sells doggy ice cream!
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Easy
Multiple trails from 1-5km
Yes
Free for NT members. Non-members pay and display.
Overview
Killerton is a beautiful National Trust estate just north of Exeter. Dogs are wonderfully welcome with dedicated facilities: water bowls, dog bins, a doggy rinsing station in the car park for post-walk muddy paws, and picnic tables with tether points. The Stables Coffee Shop even sells doggy ice cream!
What to Expect
Rolling parkland with ancient trees, woodland walks through bluebells in spring, and views over the Devon countryside. Two pawprint rated by the National Trust - water bowls, dog bins and dog-friendly walks throughout. Doggy ice cream available from the Stables Coffee Shop!
Best For
- ✓Quality country estate walking
- ✓Excellent dog facilities
- ✓Combining with cafe visit
- ✓Bluebells in spring
- ✓National Trust members
Not Ideal For
- ⚠Those on a tight budget (parking fees if not NT member)
- ⚠Dogs not comfortable around crowds or cattle
Things to Be Aware Of
- ⚠Dogs must be on lead near house and formal gardens (inside pink boundary line)
- ⚠Assistance dogs only inside Killerton Kitchen Cafe (outdoor terrace OK)
- ⚠Cattle often graze along some routes
- ⚠Can be busy at weekends
Local Tips from Evie
The Stables Coffee Shop welcomes dogs and sells doggy ice cream! There's a dog rinsing station in the car park for muddy paws. Picnic tables have tether points so you can picnic without juggling your dog's lead. The shop sells dog walking accessories, toys, and treats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can dogs go off-lead at Killerton?
Dogs can be off-lead in the parkland and woods (outside the pink boundary line on the map). They must be on a short, fixed lead near the house and formal gardens.
Can I take my dog in the Killerton cafe?
The Stables Coffee Shop welcomes dogs and even sells doggy ice cream! Assistance dogs only in the Killerton Kitchen Cafe interior, but the terrace is fine for all dogs.
What dog facilities are at Killerton?
Water bowls and dog waste bins around the site, a doggy rinsing station in the car park, picnic tables with tether points, and dog products in the shop.
Practical Information
Killerton House, Broadclyst, Exeter
EX5 3LE
Large NT car park with 10 designated accessible bays on tarmac, plus 10 on gravel. 6 EV charge points available. Free for NT members. Blue badge holders don't need a parking ticket. From M5 northbound exit 30 via Pinhoe and Broadclyst; from M5 southbound exit 28.
Acres of parkland and woods where dogs can exercise off-lead whilst under close control. Dogs must be kept on a short, fixed lead within the pink boundary line (near house/gardens). Cattle often graze - keep dogs under control.
Need a Dog Walker?
I walk dogs at Killerton Estate regularly. Get in touch if you need help.
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