Dog Friendly

Greyfriars Hideaway offers dog-friendly accommodation in Oxford, and at Cloisters we are pleased to welcome well-behaved dogs as part of your stay. Dogs are part of the family, and Cloisters provides a comfortable and characterful setting for guests travelling with their four-legged companions.

Dogs are welcome on the ground floor of Cloisters. The large kitchen-diner, with underfloor heating, provides a warm and comfortable place for your dog’s bed during your stay. To help protect the property and ensure the comfort of all guests, dogs must remain on the ground floor, must not enter the bedrooms, must not go on furniture and must not be left unattended at the property.

When using The Courtyard Garden, please keep dogs on a lead at all times and clean up promptly after them. Additional terms apply, so please click here for more information.

Whether you are staying for a relaxing Oxford break, a longer visit, or a special occasion, Cloisters provides a peaceful and dog-friendly base from which to enjoy the city and its nearby green spaces.

Oxford is a wonderful city to explore on foot, and there are several parks, riverside paths and open green spaces within walking distance of Greyfriars Hideaway. Below are some of our favourite dog-friendly walks in Oxford for guests staying at Cloisters.

Hinksey Park [5-minute walk]

Hinksey Park is one of the closest green spaces to Greyfriars Hideaway and is ideal for a gentle dog walk close to Cloisters. The park has avenues of Giant Redwood and Pine trees, as well as a lake, boating pond and open areas suitable for a relaxed stroll or picnic.

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Christ Church Meadow [brisk 15-minute walk]

Christ Church Meadow is one of Oxford’s most beautiful and historic open spaces. Situated in the heart of the city, this Grade I listed landscape sits beside the River Thames and the River Cherwell, making it a memorable place for a scenic walk.

The meadow is also close to Christ Church, the War Memorial Garden and some of Oxford’s most recognisable views. Please note that this can be a busy area, particularly during peak visitor periods.

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University Parks [various entrances a short walk away]

University Parks offers a generous green sanctuary in the centre of Oxford, with tree-lined paths, open lawns and space to enjoy a peaceful walk away from the bustle of the city.

Originally owned by Merton College, the land was purchased by the University in the 1850s and set aside as a park in 1864. Today, it remains one of Oxford’s most loved outdoor spaces, with a variety of walking routes, mature trees, planting and open areas for informal recreation.

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Longbridges Nature Park [less than a 30-minute walk]

Longbridges Nature Park is a peaceful riverside nature reserve where two minor backwaters of the River Thames converge. Formerly an open-air river bathing area, it now offers a quieter natural setting for a longer walk from Greyfriars Hideaway.

Guests can combine a stroll through the nature reserve with a walk along the Thames Path, enjoying the river, wildlife and surrounding landscape.

For further details click here.