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Oakdown Holiday Park · Sidmouth · East Devon
Dog Friendly Glamping in Devon
Cosy wooden pods in The Shire at Oakdown — all the outdoors, none of the tent. Dogs welcome in barrel pods and premier pods.
The Shire is our glamping area — a collection of unique wooden barrel pods and premier pods set within the park. Dogs are welcome in both pod types. It is the outdoor holiday experience with proper beds, heating and a roof over your head.
Clean Paws is a short walk from all glamping pitches. The Donkey Sanctuary trail starts at the park gate. Please bring your dog’s own bedding.
Camping with a proper bed
The Glamping Pods
Two pod types in The Shire — both welcome dogs. Each sleeps up to four people with a double bed and two single beds. All pods are fully insulated with double glazing, lighting, heating and electric sockets. Please bring your own towels, pillows, bedding and dog bedding.
Barrel Pod
Our classic wooden barrel pod. Double bed and two single beds. Fully insulated and double glazed with lighting, heating and electric sockets. Dogs welcome — up to two per pod.
Premier Pod
A step up — central dining area with dining table, fridge freezer, microwave and shelving. Same sleeping layout. Dogs welcome — up to two per pod.
We’re sorry, but the shepherd’s huts aren’t appropriate for pets. If you are travelling with a dog please book a barrel pod or premier pod.
Compare before you book
Pod & Hut Features at a Glance
Barrel Pods, Premier Pods and our Shepherd’s Huts each bring something a little different to a stay in the Shire — here’s how they compare, feature by feature.
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Everything your dog needs on site
Dog Facilities on the Park
Clean Paws is a short walk from all glamping pitches. Every dog-friendly facility on the park is available to glamping guests throughout their stay.
What’s here for your dog
No car needed
Field Trail to the Donkey Sanctuary
A signed walking trail runs from the park gate through ancient managed hedgerow to the Donkey Sanctuary — fifteen minutes on foot, level ground throughout. No stiles. Walkable in all weathers. Entry is free and dogs are welcome throughout the Sanctuary.
The trail connects to the South West Coast Path. From the Sanctuary you can continue to the clifftops and back on a longer circular route.
15 minutes from the park gate. Level ground, all weathers, no stiles. Free entry to the Donkey Sanctuary. Connects to the South West Coast Path.
Good to know before you arrive
Glamping Dog Policy
Dogs per pod
Up to two dogs welcome per barrel pod or premier pod. Shepherd’s huts do not accept dogs.
Dog charge
A charge applies per dog per stay. Rates are reviewed annually — please check current figures at the time of booking.
On leads throughout
Dogs must be kept on leads at all times within the park and exercised off-site.
Bring dog bedding
Please bring your dog’s own bedding. Dogs must be kept off the pod furniture and not left unattended.
East Devon on your doorstep
Dog Friendly Days Out Near Sidmouth
Three miles from Sidmouth in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Year-round dog-friendly beaches, coastal walks, country pubs and the Jurassic Coast all within easy reach.
🏖 Dog Friendly Beaches
Branscombe 10 minutes away — dogs welcome all year. Full seasonal restriction details for Sidmouth, Beer and Seaton on our beaches page.
🌿 Dog Friendly Walks
Salcombe Hill and Mutters Moor both 5 minutes by car. Branscombe to Weston Mouth on the Coast Path is one of Devon’s finest.
Explore the full dog friendly guide — beaches, walks, pubs, cafés and attractions, all within easy reach of the park.
Ready to bring the dog?
Book a barrel pod or premier pod online or call the team on 01297 680 387.
