Paws & Pints: Our Beloved Dog-Friendly Pubs
Dog Friendly | Pub | Pub Accommodation | Uk Pubs | Uncategorized | Walking | Posted 2023.10.03
In this blog explore and identify some of the best pubs in the UK with dog-friendly accommodation. Whether you are looking for a relaxing countryside retreat or somewhere to stay in the city, we’ve curated a list of some of the best pubs where you can enjoy a pint or two without leaving your furry friend behind. From traditional village inns to trendy city gastropubs, these dog-friendly havens have something for everyone. Additionally, we also provide some insight into the best parks and places to visit at these pubs alongside your furry companions.
Dog-friendly pubs
The Royal
Heysham, Lancashire
The Royal is a 16th century inn that sits in the heart of a small coastal fishing village, on the edge of Morecambe Bay. The pub was a finalist at the 2022 Lancashire Tourism Awards. The Royal is just a short stroll from Heysham Ferry Port, which has direct journeys to the Isle of Man and Ireland.
Inside The Royal every corner is designed for your comfort, warmth, and happiness.
Nestled next to many beautiful national parks (Lake District and Yorkshire Dales) and Forest of Bowland AONB, The Royal is ideal for dog lovers and nature lovers, with plenty of places to go on walks.
Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the inn for an additional fee.
Fox and Anchor
Clerkenwell, London
The Fox & Anchor sits on the edge of Smithfield Market, a short stroll from Barbican and Farringdon tube stations. Clerkenwell offers a fashionable lifestyle and is a popular destination for foodies.
Picture low beams, wooden panelling and the warm glow of candlelight, creating a magical escape from the city. The pub has six gorgeous bedrooms upstairs, including a suite with a large roll-top copper bath, separate living area and terrace.
The Fox and Anchor is a great pub if you want to visit London and bring along your four-legged friend.
This fabulous pub is the perfect base from which to explore London, whether that is visiting St Paul’s Cathedral or to catch a show at the famous West End theatres. King Square Gardens and St James Clerkenwell nearby are nearby and ideal for dog walks.
Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub for an additional fee.
The Atlantic hotel
St Marys, Isles of Scilly
The Atlantic sits in the most stunning location in the heart of St Mary’s, with unrivalled harbour views, sandy beaches and turquoise seas on their doorstep.
The pub has 21 charming bedrooms that create a relaxing atmosphere for you to unwind.
The Isles of Scilly is a magical archipelago, made up of 140 islands of which five are inhabited. These islands are a tranquil retreat and a haven for wildlife and dog parents.
Most of St. Mary’s beaches are dog-friendly.
Dogs are welcome in a few specially selected rooms, for an additional nightly surcharge and with prior acknowledgement.
The Seacroft
Anglesey, Wales
The Seacroft sits in the breathtaking village and seaside resort of Trearddur Bay, south of Holyhead off the northwest coast of Anglesey. The pub has six lovely en-suite bedrooms, including good options for guests requiring a twin room, and those wanting to book a dog-friendly stay.
The village has one of Anglesey’s best sandy beaches and two golf courses.
There are plenty of dog walks nearby, such as Llanddwyn Island, South Stack, Porth Diana, Trefignath Cromlech, St Gwenfaen’s Well.
Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub for an additional fee.
The Gamekeeper’s Inn
Near Skipton, North Yorkshire
The Gamekeeper’s Inn was once a gamekeeper’s cottage for nearby Netherside Hall, and is surrounded by the panoramic Yorkshire Dales National Park.
This country gem is the perfect Yorkshire retreat, with their 11 bright, spacious and stylish a en-suite bedrooms, which comprise of doubles, twins, deluxe, family rooms and suites. In addition to these bedrooms, the pub has four fabulous lodges, each of which will sleep up to six guests, including one which is dog-friendly.
Some of the best dog-friendly trails in Skipton include: Embsay Circular, Embsay Resevoir, Foss Gill Falls and Haw Crag Circular
Guests also receive complimentary use of the leisure facilities including the swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and gym at Long Ashes Pure Spa.
The Three Blackbirds
Newmarket, Suffolk
The Three Blackbirds is an award-winning, 17th century village pub situated around four miles from the picturesque town of Newmarket, the heart of horse racing country.
Today it is filled with bundles of charm and character, together with a few modern twists and bursts of colour.
The pub has nine gorgeous modern bedrooms in The Barn. There are also two electric charging points onsite. The pub are surrounded by fields, woodland, heathland and fens, the perfect place to walk your dog.
Furthermore, the pub have created an overnight stay package, Muddy Paws, and a special dog menu, with your four-legged companion in mind.
The Trout at Tadpole Bridge
Farringdon, Oxfordshire
Nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside and sitting on the River Thames you can find the Trout at Tadpole Bridge. The pub is a charming country inn and makes for the perfect destination for a Cotswolds staycation.
It’s classically decorated with a colour palette inspired by the landscape and artwork depicting the local wildlife.
Take a walk through the wild rose courtyard to the boutique guest bedrooms. Here you have a choice of accommodation including, doubles, twins, ground floor and dog-friendly bedrooms.
Additionally, Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland are great for both history enthusiasts and dog lovers to embark on an unforgettable adventure. As well as, Bampton, the Langford Loop and Buscot Dog walk.
There is plenty to see and do locally, with lots of fishing, boating and sailing as well as golf courses nearby. Also, there are plenty of riverside walking trails for you and your dog.
The Tynemouth Castle Inn
North Shields, Tyne & Wear
The Tynemouth Castle Inn is a beautifully renovated art deco-style building, overlooking Longsands Beach, with panoramic views of the North Sea.
Currently it is closed but it set to reopen this autumn so don’t miss the chance to be among the first to experience it!
The pub offers a variety of bedrooms, including single, double and family rooms.
The pub is in an idyllic location, in one of the UK’s most cosmopolitan cities, Newcastle Upon Tyne, England’s most northerly and sparsely populated county.
Dogs will be welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub, for a nominal supplement per night
The Village Inn
Arrochar, Dunbartonshire
The Village Inn sits in the heart of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Parks and has breathtaking views over the Loch.
The pub has 14 comfortable bedrooms, including great options for families and guests looking to book a staycation with their dog.
The surrounding countryside is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with a wonderful range of walks and hikes on their doorstep for you and your furry friends.
Arrochar is overlooked by a group of mountains called the Arrochar Alps, and the Arrochar and Tarbet train station is a short taxi ride away.
Arrochar is a perfect area for dog walking, with lots of recommended routes nearby, such as: : Peaton Hill Forest walk, Shore walk and The Three Lochs Way.
Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub for a nominal fee. They are also welcome in the bar.
The Richard Onslow
Cranleigh Village, Surrey
The Richard Onslow is a classic English village inn, with a welcoming old bar, a cozy snug, an elegant dining room, and a secluded courtyard garden, all brimming with a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The Richard Onslow offers ten cosy and warm double, twin and family en-suite bedrooms.
Cranleigh, situated at the base of the picturesque Surrey Hills, offers easy access to the long-distance Downs Link trail. This vibrant market town is a haven for enthusiasts of walking and cycling.
Also, some of the best dog walking routes nearby are: Downs link, Sidney woods and Dunsfold trail.
The Richard Onslow offers dog-friendly bedrooms for an additional fee, provided you arrange this with the pub in advance.
The Cedars
Barnstaple, Devon
The Cedars is a glorious, former country house, set in three acres of panoramic landscaped gardens, about six miles from the coast.
The pub has 37 bright and spacious comfortable en-suite bedrooms, the majority of which are located separately from the main house, with good options for families and guests bringing their dog.
The Sandy beaches of Croyde, Mortehoe and Woolacoombe are all within easy reach, and the breathtaking surrounding area is a haven for walkers, cyclists, nature enthusiasts and dogs. Furthermore, the Exmoor National Park is a short drive away, providing some of the best UK dog walking routes.
Some of the best places to take your dog here include: Saunton Sand Beach, Tarka trail and Woolacombe beach.
Dogs are welcome on request with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub.
Brook Green hotel
Hammersmith, London
The Brook Green Hotel is an elegantly refurbished pub which sits on the corner of historic Brook Green in Hammersmith.
The pub’s boutique bedrooms include excellent options for business travellers, as well as guests looking to book a stay with their family or dog.
Hammersmith shares its borders with Fulham, Chiswick, Kensington, and Shepherd’s Bush, renowned for its lush green landscapes, interesting historical sites, and museums, ensuring an enriching experience for you and your canine companion.
The pub is located by a beautiful common, a short stroll from Hammersmith Tube Station and Kensington Olympia Train Station.
Thames park, Ravenscourt park and Brook Green are some of the best dog walking locations near Hammersmith.
Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub for a nominal additional fee.
Tan Hill Inn
Swaledale, North Yorkshire
The Tan Hill Inn is a world-famous pub, the highest in Britain, situated on a lonely hill high in the Yorkshire Dales and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Inside you will find exposed beams, stone-flagged floors, welcoming fires, nine cosy classical bedrooms.
The Tan Hill Inn sits on the doorstep of the Pennine Way, the first national trail in England and one of the most famous walks in the country, making it a great place to take your beloved pooch!
Dogs are welcome on request, with prior acknowledgement directly with the pub for a nominal nightly surcharge in many of their bedrooms.
Written by Issy Matthews
Social Media Intern
