Our Top locations for dogs in Kensington
Holland Park, W8 6LU – A peaceful park with woodland areas, open spaces, and a Japanese garden. Dogs can roam off-lead in designated areas.
Kensington Gardens, W2 2UH – A royal park with scenic trails, lakes, and dog-friendly paths. Some areas require leads, but it’s perfect for long walks.
The Ivy Kensington Brasserie, W8 4SG – A stylish restaurant with a pet-friendly outdoor terrace, offering a relaxed yet upscale dining experience.
Kynance Mews, SW7 4QS – A picturesque cobbled street perfect for a scenic dog walk. One of Kensington’s most Instagram-worthy spots.
The Builders Arms, W8 5BJ – A traditional British pub that warmly welcomes dogs. Enjoy classic pub food while your dog receives a treat from the staff.
Hyde Park – A beautiful, scenic, park that's perfect for exploring together with your dog and play on its gorgeous green grass
St Mary Abbots Gardens, W8 4LA – A quiet churchyard garden where dogs must be on a lead. A great place for a short, peaceful walk.
Exhibition Road, SW7 – A wide, vibrant street lined with museums and open spaces. Perfect for a leisurely stroll with your dog.
Kensington High Street – A wide, stylish street with plenty of shops and restaurants, and plenty of spots for your dog to explore
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A special thanks to the photographers who make Visual Paws possible. Holland Park photo, taken by Simon from London, United Kingdom. Kensington Garden photo, taken by Catherine from Australia. The Ivy photo taken by Kolfron. Connaught photo taken by Soham Banerjee. Hyde Park photo taken by Marc Schloesser. Builders Arm photo taken by Rob Bettet. St Mary Abbots photo taken by Duncan Harris. Kensington High Street photo taken by chris.rycroft. Article content and design by dogAdvisor, in London.
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