The Pig Shed Motel
Castle Acre, Norfolk, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitThe Pig Shed Motel Dog Friendly Review
The Pig Shed Motel holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for dog owners it makes a genuinely welcoming base rather than a grudging one. Bring your dog into the bar for the evening or through to the restaurant at mealtimes, and you will find both spaces genuinely open to them rather than tolerated. There is a terrace and patio where you can sit with your dog, and a garden on site for your dog to use, which together with the green spaces and parks nearby gives you plenty of options for exercise and downtime. The hotel also offers guidance on local walking routes, which is a thoughtful touch if you are unfamiliar with the area, and having an emergency vet number to hand adds a layer of reassurance for anyone travelling with a dog.
Most rooms here are dog friendly, and there is no weight or size limit, so whether you travel with a small terrier or a much larger breed you should find a suitable room without argument, and you may bring up to two dogs per room. There is no damage deposit to worry about, which removes one common source of friction at check-in, and the hotel shares its pet policy with you before you book, so there should be no surprises when you arrive. The dog fee is £10 per dog per day, which is a modest add-on for a stay that includes bar, restaurant, terrace and garden access, though it does not stretch to any extras once you are there. There are no bowls, no bedding and no toys provided, so you will need to bring your own kit for feeding and settling your dog in the room.
The clearest restriction to plan around is that dogs may not be left alone in the room, so you will need to factor your dog into every outing rather than nipping out solo, though the accessible bar, restaurant and terrace make it easier than most to keep your dog with you throughout the day. There is no dedicated dog space, no wash or shower area, and no dog-walking or dog-sitting service, so anyone hoping for hands-on help from staff will be disappointed, and there is no grooming, no staff specifically trained for canine guests, and no free treats or poop bags supplied either. This is a straightforward, unfussy stay rather than a pampering one. It suits an owner who wants genuine access to communal spaces with their dog and is happy to be self-sufficient on equipment and supervision; owners hoping for full-service pet pampering or the option to leave their dog in the room while they explore should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 22/77. This hotel does not meet the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 27 September 2026.
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Is The Pig Shed Motel dog friendly?
The Pig Shed Motel welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a pet fee at The Pig Shed Motel?
Yes. The Pig Shed Motel charges a pet fee of £10 per dog per day. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at The Pig Shed Motel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Pig Shed Motel, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at The Pig Shed Motel?
No. The Pig Shed Motel has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Where are dogs allowed in The Pig Shed Motel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at The Pig Shed Motel, including the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Is The Pig Shed Motel pet-friendly?
The Pig Shed Motel welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at The Pig Shed Motel?
Yes. The Pig Shed Motel allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at The Pig Shed Motel?
The pet policy at The Pig Shed Motel covers the essentials: a pet fee of £10 per dog per day applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.