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Exterior of Saracens Head Hotel, Great Dunmow

Saracens Head Hotel, Great Dunmow

May 20, 2026

This historic coaching inn, at the heart of a popular Essex market town, has treats aplenty on its modern British menu and guarantees both dogs and their owners a very warm welcome … More Saracens Head Hotel, Great Dunmow

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Exterior of Shell Beach, Mersea

Shell Beach Holiday Home, Mersea Island

November 1, 2024

Pull on your complimentary slippers, pour a glass of wine, scroll through Netflix and relax at this cosy dog-friendly holiday home, just moments from the beach on beautiful Mersea Island … More Shell Beach Holiday Home, Mersea Island

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Bedroom at the White Hart, Coggeshall

The White Hart, Coggeshall

October 1, 2024

You’ll find this 15th Century coaching inn in the heart of an olde-worlde Essex town, and guests are invited to relax in the cosy beamed bar, where dogs can dine from their very own menu … More The White Hart, Coggeshall

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Room at The Swan Hotel, Thaxted

The Swan Hotel, Thaxted

April 1, 2024

The Swan Hotel may date back to the 17th Century but in recent years, it has been given a very modern makeover – and dogs are always welcome to stay at the pub, which is managed by Greene King Inns … More The Swan Hotel, Thaxted

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Bedroom at Sea View Cottage, Frinton

Sea View Cottage, Frinton-on-Sea

October 15, 2023

This cool, coastal cottage is just a stone’s throw from the sandy section of Frinton beach that is dog-friendly all year round, and it also has a gorgeous enclosed garden that is perfect for pooches … More Sea View Cottage, Frinton-on-Sea

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Lime Tree Cottage, Tillingham

August 1, 2023

First impressions are always important, but if you arrive at this cute dog-friendly cottage expecting it to be small, you’ll be in for a big surprise as it’s hiding a fantastic modern extension out back … More Lime Tree Cottage, Tillingham

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Mum's latest make is Ernie-approved โœ…๐Ÿงถ . . . . . # Mum's latest make is Ernie-approved โœ…๐Ÿงถ
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Bit of an update for you all - today was the first Bit of an update for you all - today was the first time I've seen Stan in nearly two weeks. He has very sadly had to move out because we haven't been getting on at home.

You may recall that we first had issues a couple of years ago, saw behaviourists and vets and made changes to manage things. But recently, things have started flaring up again and Mum and Dad have made the very difficult decision to separate us ๐Ÿ˜“

Stan has been part of our family for six years and fortunately, he will be able to remain in the family. Words cannot express how grateful we are for that. 

I know how much you love seeing photos of us both, and our adventures, but I just wanted to be honest about what's going on. The hoomans are hopeful Stan and I can still see each other for walks and be friends, just not live together.

Please don't judge - we are trying to do the best thing for everyone. The most important thing is that Stan and I are both safe, loved and cared for.

Thank you for reading โค๏ธ
Here I am doing my best Blue Steel while posing in Here I am doing my best Blue Steel while posing in the Muddy Paws Wash Room @rowleyfarmholidays ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿšฟ Fortunately, I didn't actually need a bath while I was there but it's just one of the things that makes the Worcestershire site a really special place for dogs and their owners ๐Ÿถ

All of the accommodation has been designed with pets in mind and there are no extra fees for dogs or rules about breeds. There's also a secure field onsite so you can do all the zoomies you like without your hoomans worrying that you won't come back ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

There are three luxurious cottages and a shepherd's hut onsite and all of them have their own private gardens, hot tubs and welcome packs for both pets and their owners ๐Ÿ˜‹

Read all about our recent stay in The Old Dairy over on my blog. You'll find the link in the comments below ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ 
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#rowleyfarm #rowleyfarmholidays #dogfriendly #staycation #worcestershire
Fast asleep in a little sunpuddle ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿฅฐ . . . . . #s Fast asleep in a little sunpuddle ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿฅฐ
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Well, Witley Court is quite the place, isn't it! ๐Ÿคฉ Well, Witley Court is quite the place, isn't it! ๐Ÿคฉ This amazing house in Worcestershire dates back to the 1600s but was sadly destroyed by a fire in the 1930s. It's not hard to imagine how grand it would have been in its heyday though - it's amazing how many ornate features are still standing.

Dogs on leads are welcome to explore the remains of the  house and its beautiful grounds, where there are woodland and lakeside walks to enjoy ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿพ My favourite 'room' was the old Conservatory. And don't miss seeing the famous Perseus and Andromeda Fountain 'firing' on the hour every hour โ›ฒ

Adult tickets to Witley Court cost ยฃ12 but you can save up to 15% if you book online via the @englishheritage website in advance. Car parking is an extra ยฃ4 ๐Ÿ’ฐ
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Leg day @moredgecaninehydro. Let's gooooo! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ฆ . . Leg day @moredgecaninehydro. Let's gooooo! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ’ฆ
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#hydrotherapy #strong #legday #moredge #dogsofessex
Tell me your Mum likes to crochet without telling Tell me your Mum likes to crochet without telling me your Mum likes to crochet ๐Ÿงถ๐Ÿ˜†
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Happy Bank Holiday Monday! ๐ŸŽ‰ Hope you're all enjoy Happy Bank Holiday Monday! ๐ŸŽ‰ Hope you're all enjoying the long weekend, whether you're having an action-packed one or are catching up on some beauty sleep, like me ๐Ÿฅฑ๐Ÿค—
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Saw Stan again today - second time now ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿพ There was much less grumbling from me and I was allowed out of my buggy for a little walk. We didn't get too close though as Stan just powered ahead, as usual! Baby steps ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿป #dogsofx

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5 Oct

After everything that's gone on in the last month or so, I totally forgot to share my latest blog post - so here it is! โœ๐Ÿผ This month it's all about our stay at the fabulously #dogfriendly @Rowleyfarmhols in #Worcestershire ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ #dogsofx
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@ernpup ·
4 Oct

This is at Mum's hotel... far too soon, right?! ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿป๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿ˜ฌ #argh #dontmentionthecword

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