With more and more families looking to take their pooches away on holiday with them, a letting agent has revealed the best dog-friendly pubs in the UK.
According to Canine Cottages, 75% of dog owners plan to take their dogs on holiday with them in 2024. The different holidays dog parents wish to go on with their beloved best friend include family holidays (40%), romantic getaways (39%), adventure trips (17%), group trips (16%) and solo adventures (13%).
In terms of important holiday activities for dog owners, walking is a clear favourite, with 92% of holidaymakers saying it’s their top priority.
Another priority for dog owners is being able to eat out in pubs and restaurants (79%). But finding dog-friendly accommodation, activities and places to eat can be tricky when planning a holiday that includes your pooch. With this in mind, dog-friendly letting agents Canine Cottages have revealed the best pubs to head to in the UK this summer.
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1. The Cornish Arms – Padstow, Cornwall
If you are heading to Cornwall this summer with your dog, then make sure you visit The Cornish Arms, in Padstow. This is Rick Stein’s famous pub and unsurprisingly serves amazing food. In the summer months, the large beer garden is perfect for soaking up the Cornish sunshine or for a lazy summer evening following a day at one of the many nearby beaches.
Over the summer there is even the Summer Barbecue Terrace, where outside the pub will serve grilled fish, succulent pork belly, vibrant mixed leaf salad, warm flatbreads, and corn on the cob slathered in butter, cooked by its chefs every Thursday and Friday night.
2. The Wild Rabbit – Kingham, Cotswolds
With its open kitchen, The Wild Rabbit, in the gorgeous village of Kingham, offers guests an authentic way to experience a true Cotswoldian dining experience.
Supporting British farmers and using organic ingredients for the pub's onsite garden, the menu is full of fresh and typically British concoctions. The outdoor terraces are perfect spots for soaking up the summer sun after a stroll through the village.
One visitor said: "Highly recommend visiting here. Super dog friendly too our little pooch was super spoilt."
3. The Thatch – Croyde, Devon
A self-proclaimed pub full of character and with a lively atmosphere, The Thatch is a favourite with locals and a great place to chill out during an evening in North Devon. The pub often hosts live music and also has the all-year-round dog-friendly beach, Saunton Sands, as its neighbour.
“This place is such a pretty building. We sat with the dogs outside in the sunshine. Water bowls were provided for doggie drinks. Food was lovely," said one guest.
4. The Wellington – Cromer, Norfolk
The Wellington in Cromer, Norfolk, is a beautiful, old-world-style establishment which is the perfect place to duck into for a quiet pint or meal after all the excitement of town. This dog-friendly pub is a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of town and offers music nights, and has darts and SkyTV for sports bar vibes.
5. The Lion Inn – Blakey Ridge, North Yorkshire
Another pub located inside an old building is The Lion Inn in Blakey Ridge, North Yorkshire. This 16th-century gem is situated on the highest point of the North York Moors, so the views over the valleys of Rosedale and Farndale are phenomenal.
Most famous amongst locals for its crackling log fire, and delicious Sunday roasts, in the summer the beer garden is a great spot to grab a pint after exploring the moors with your pooch.
6. Salty’s – Tenby, Pembrokeshire
Overlooking the dog-friendly Tenby South Beach, Salty’s is the perfect pub to give sandy paws some well-deserved rest. Meanwhile, pooch parents can enjoy delicious locally caught seafood with an extensive selection of wine and ales. The pub also offers al fresco dining by the beachside when the British sun is shining.
7. The Old Bridge Inn –Aviemore, Scotland
Set in Cairngorms National Park, The Old Bridge Inn is a favourite amongst nature-loving humans and hounds looking for a post-hike tipple and doggy treat. One of the best dog-friendly pubs in Scotland thanks to its tranquil, verdant location, a visit to this cottage-turned-inn is sure to impress.
What makes this pub even more special is its array of local cask ales and over 100 malt whiskies. The venue also throws some great events from BBQs and parties, to folk sessions and screen printing workshops.
8. The Ship Inn – Low Newton by the sea, Northumberland
The Ship Inn in Low Newton by the Sea is pretty iconic for locals and their dogs. It’s a stone’s throw from the wild North Sea and the rugged Northumberland coast and at the southern tip of a swathe of dog-friendly sand that stretches for miles to Beadnell, so it’s prime dog-walking territory.
From July 20-21, the pub will also be hosting the '25 Beers for 25 Years' festival, where there will be live music and guest breweries.
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