Best Dog-Friendly Pubs in North Yorkshire

The Yorkshire Dales is made for dog walking, from rolling hills to riverside paths. And after a day’s walking, there’s nothing better than finding a cosy pub where you and your four-legged friend are genuinely welcome. Here are our top dog-friendly pubs:

• The White Bear, Masham – Traditional inn with great food and roaring fires in the heart of Masham. Dogs are welcome in the public bar and on the terrace.
• The Blue Lion, East Witton – Beautiful setting where dogs are welcome in the cosy real-ale bar area.
• The Farmers Arms, Muker – Popular Dales pub welcoming walkers, families, and dogs.
• The Wheatsheaf Inn, Leyburn – Real fires, real ale, and home-cooked food.

Richmond is known as the ‘The Gateway to The Dales’ and recognised as one of Britain’s most beautiful market towns. Explore the 11th Century castle, Richmond Falls, and the ruins of Easby Abbey. Here are our top dog-friendly pubs near Richmond:

• King’s Head, Richmond – Overlooks the cobbled market square, with dogs welcome in the bar and lounge.
• Holly Hill Inn, Richmond – Traditional inn with open fires and local ales.
• The Black Lion, Richmond – Great food in the centre of Richmond.
• The Bay Horse, Ravensworth – Charming village local serving food with dog-friendly areas.
• Tan Hill Inn, Richmond – England’s highest inn, surrounded by great walking trails.

The cobbled market town of Leyburn is filled with independent shops, cafes, and pubs, many welcoming dogs, offering a welcoming place to relax after exploring this charming town.

• The Sandpiper Inn, Leyburn – Award-winning menus and traditional charm, dogs welcome in the bar and snug.
• The Bolton Arms, Leyburn – Local ales and great food in the centre of Leyburn.
• The Cover Bridge Inn, East Witton – 16th-Century coaching inn, surrounded by open countryside.