If you love a good pint and a hearty pub meal, but hate leaving your pooch behind, Yorkshire has you well and truly covered! Scattered across the Dales, Moors and old market towns are plenty of hidden little pubs where muddy boots and wagging tails are all part of the charm.
Whether you’re warming up after a long dog walk or just fancy a quiet ale by the fire, below we’ve listed what we consider as some of the best dog-friendly cosy pubs in Yorkshire.
1. Craven Arms, Appletreewick
Think crackling log fires, gas lanterns and cosy corners – the Craven Arms is the perfect oldie-worldie pub for laidback relaxing afternoons and Sunday lunch gatherings. Expect superb local ales and locally sourced artisan food while you chill with your friends and your huddle of dogs. View pub
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Tithe Barn, Skipton
2. The Sandpiper Inn, Leyburn
With a cosy location in the market place, The Sandpiper is a favourite for locals and visitors alike. It’s a family-run pub with friendly vibes and dog-friendly areas. The food menu is a mouth-watering mix of hearty Yorkshire dishes and delicious veggie creations. View Pub
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Grove Villa, Leyburn
3. Golden Lion, Osmotherly
The perfect place to pop in for a pint with your pooch – the Golden Lion is a historic pub in the picture-perfect village of Osmotherley. Charming, traditional and welcoming, you’ll be greeted with a selection of real ales, fine wines and a menu boasting all the classic pub fare favourites. View Pub
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Fortune Cottage
4. Crown and Cushion, Welburn, York
Cocktails, seasonal food and an extensive menu of fine wine – what is there not to love? Whether you are visiting as a destination or dropping in unexpectedly after a long stroll with your dog, a visit to the Crown & Cushion will always be worth your while. View pub
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Herbert Cottage
5. The Grapes Inn, Slingsby
Close to all the best walking spots near Castle Howard, The Grapes is a dog-friendly pub serving up real ale, wood-fired pizzas and snug vibes. With a variety of cosy spots to snuggle in, both indoors and outdoors, it’s a firm favourite in every season. View pub
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Middlefield Lodge
6. Grantley Arms, Ripon
The newest addition to the Grantley Hall family, The Grantley Arms offers a laidback approach to luxury pub dining. With a focus on ‘good food, good company, and a proper pint’, it boasts beautiful interiors, roaring fires, and is one for a special occasion (booking generally essential). It welcomes well-behaved dogs in the bar and on the terrace too. View pub
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Intake House
7. Tan Hill Inn, Swaledale
Sitting 1,732ft above sea level on a lonely hill in the Yorkshire Dales, Tan Hill Inn is famously Britain’s highest pub! Steeped in history and surrounded by stunning Swaledale scenery, you and your pup can be certain of a very warm welcome – no matter how cold it is outside! Expect exposed beams, stone-flagged floors, and delicious warming food by the fire. View website
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Turbine House
8. Shoulder of Mutton, Near Harrogate
The Shoulder of Mutton is a true, authentic inn, just a short drive from the centre of Harrogate. Packed with village charm, a great selection of ale and lovingly-prepared homemade food, it’s a cosy hub to congregate in on a chilly winter afternoon or after a long Sunday dog walk. View website
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Tawny Nook
9. The Woolly Sheep, Skipton
The Woolly Sheep is such a cosy pub that even the beer garden is heated. The roaring fire and award-winning ales are key selling points of this bustling Inn in the heart of bustling Skipton. As are the comfy sofas, hearty meals and seasonal cocktails! View website
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Limestone, Skipton
10. Shibden Mill Inn, Halifax
Just outside the bustle of Leeds, Shibden Mill is a popular little spot in all seasons, but in the winter it really comes into its own. Snug corner seats and candlelit tables add to the cosy atmosphere, while the locally sourced menu is packed with ingredients grown from their own kitchen garden. Furry friends are very welcome in the bar and beer garden. View pub.
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Woodside Cottage, Harewood
