Wags 'n' Whiskers Dog Paddock - St Austell

Your dog has probably never seen anything quite like Wags 'n' Whiskers. It's a dedicated dog paddock near St Austell where your pooch can properly run about without the lead, chase a ball across open ground, and socialise with other dogs in a safe, enclosed space. The paddock itself is straightforward - fenced-off grass, designed for dogs to burn off energy whilst their owners can relax and watch.

This is squarely for dog owners staying at one of the nearby parks like Mena Farm or Eden Valley Holiday Park. If you've got a spaniel bouncing off the walls of a touring caravan, an hour here is genuinely brilliant. Shy dogs might find it a bit overwhelming at peak times; territorial types need careful introduction. Most dogs, though, will have the time of their life.

The real value sits in proximity to your campsite rather than as a standalone destination. Bodmin is only a short drive away if you need supplies or fancier attractions, but honestly, if your holiday is about giving the dog space to run and your family peace in the caravan, this does exactly what it says. Bring some treats, maybe a tennis ball or two, and watch your dog come back absolutely shattered - which means a quiet evening for everyone else.

Don't expect facilities beyond the paddock itself. Ring ahead if you can to check current opening times and whether there's an admission fee, though dog paddocks like this are often free or very cheap.