The White Hart is a dog friendly inn nestled in the sleepy hamlet of Ford, five miles west of Chippenham. Surrounded by leafy loveliness, this historic pub dates back to Tudor times and has 11 characterful bedrooms. The pub is a short drive from the idyllic Cotswold village of Castle Combe. Book a stay at this riverside retreat and enjoy British pub classics and drinks in the glorious garden.
Pub Activity: Romantic Break
The Farm House
The Farm House is a charming foodie pub located in the lively market town of West Malling, about ten miles from both Tonbridge and Maidstone. The pub has four uniquely themed bedrooms, each of which perfectly blends a cosy homely charm with modern amenities. The pub also has a popular restaurant, outdoor terrace, private dining, vibrant cocktail bar, and pizza shack.
The Potting Shed
The Potting Shed is a Scandinavian inspired pub and restaurant, located in the village of Langley, about three miles from Maidstone. The pub has six cosy bedrooms, each of which is a haven to re-charge and unwind. This brilliant foodie pub has an open-plan bar and restaurant, and a spacious garden which is the perfect spot from which to enjoy al fresco drinks in the summer.
The Wishful Thinker
The Wishful Thinker near Maidstone is a beautifully refurbished foodie pub. Re-opened in the summer of 2023, there are 17 boutique bedrooms to choose from including rooms perfect for family friendly and business stays. The pub sits in the picturesque village of Lenham on the southern edge of the North Downs, nine miles east of Maidstone. Ashford Eurostar International is within proximity.
The Curious Pig in the Parlour
The Curious Pig in the Parlour is situated in the village of Copthorne, just seven miles from Gatwick Airport. The pub has nine beautifully designed bedrooms and is a brilliant stop-over for guests travelling in and out of the UK’s second busiest airport. Their popular restaurant is renowned for its pub classics, stone baked pizzas, and delicious chargrilled steaks.
The George Inn
The George Inn is an award-winning 17th century thatched pub situated in the tranquil village of Barford St Michael, on the south bank of the River Swere, five miles south of Banbury. The pub has nine charming bedrooms, each with delightfully comfy beds and en-suite bathrooms with underfloor heating. Their Garden rooms are also dog friendly. The village is on the very edge of the Cotswolds.
Bull & Last
The Bull & Last is a beautifully refurbished pub situated a stone’s throw from The Heath, between Hampstead and Muswell Hill. The pub is renowned for their plush dining and eclectic drinks choice. Choose from seven elegant, air-conditioned bedrooms, each named after local historical figures. Book a stay and discover why this pub features in the Estrella Damm Top 10 gastropubs list for 2025.
Duke of York
The Duke of York is a dog and family friendly pub located in the seaside town of Whitby, on the Yorkshire Coast at the mouth of the River Esk. They overlook the harbour, at the bottom of 199 steps, and have eight beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms, some of which are suitable for guests bringing their dog. Whitby is a historic seaport with some of the very best fish & chips in the UK.
The Marlborough
The Marlborough is a beautifully refurbished, handsome, 15th century pub situated in the heart of the Dedham Vale and Constable Country. The pub has five beautifully styled king size en-suite double bedrooms, including rooms suitable for dog friendly stays. The village of Dedham sits on the River Stour and the border of Essex and Suffolk, seven miles from the centre of historic Colchester.