Flying Brick Cider Co

Flying Brick Cider Co is a big, lively cider house on the Bellarine Highway in Wallington, and the outdoor lawn and veranda are open to leashed dogs, which makes it an easy stop between Geelong and the coast.

The dog setup. Well-behaved dogs on lead are welcome on the outdoor lawn area and the veranda, so there's a covered option if the weather turns. Dogs are not permitted inside the main restaurant. Staff are generally welcoming, but bring your own water bowl as the lawn setup doesn't guarantee one is on hand.

Good to know. Flying Brick is known for its ciders, especially the Original, Draught and Pear varieties, plus a casual bistro and food truck menu. Live music runs regularly and is often enjoyed from the lawn, so expect a busier, noisier atmosphere on those nights.

Getting there and parking. The venue is at 1251 Bellarine Highway, Wallington, about 15 minutes from Geelong CBD and 10 minutes from Ocean Grove. There's extensive free on-site parking, including space for larger vehicles.

Nearby with the dogs. Ocean Grove Nature Reserve is a short drive away for an on-lead bushland walk, Ocean Grove Main Beach has beach zones with seasonal leash rules worth checking on the council signage, and the Bellarine Rail Trail is close by for a longer walk or run.

Weekday lunches are the easier time to bring a dog here. If you want live music, go early to claim lawn space before it fills.

Sources

• Cider House - Flying Brick Cider Co · flyingbrickciderco.com.au
• Food Truck & The Lawn - Flying Brick Cider Co · flyingbrickciderco.com.au
• Flying Brick Cider House | Visit Geelong and The Bellarine · visitgeelongbellarine.com.au

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