Top 6 Dog-Friendly Places To Eat In Northumberland

With rolling countryside, unspoilt coastlines and a treasure trove of towns and villages to explore, Northumberland is a beautiful place to explore alongside your best friend this spring. While our stylish dog-friendly suites provide the ideal base to retire to and relax during a self-catering stay, here we provide a list of the best places to visit with your four-legged family member, with a focus on where you can eat and where they will be welcomed.

1. Needham Bar at Matfen Hall, Matfen

If you’re looking for an elegant lunch experience with your dog, Needham Bar at Matfen Hall is a decadent space to savour delicious cuisine.

Views of enchanting gardens and perfectly proportioned bar makes Needham a wonderful place for you and your four-legged friend to enjoy a casual lunch together.

Distance from Chesters Stables: 10 miles

2. The Secret Garden, Seaton Delaval

If your four-legged friend enjoys playing amongst the dunes and running amongst the waves, Northumberland is home to a host of dog-friendly beaches. 

A venture to the coast in Seaton Sluice will see you ideally placed to spend time in the comfort of The Secret Garden. Whether you sit in the expansive outdoor area to soak up the sun or inside, for a more cosy experience, this venue not only allows dogs to visit, but actively encourages them, with fresh water available and even a VIP (Very Important Pooch) platform for your pup to pose for those all-important Instagram shots.

With a selection of traditional pub food options, as well as a coffee lounge, this venue is perfect to visit when you and your best friend are looking for somewhere to unwind after a fun day at the beach.

Distance from Chesters Stables: 30 miles

3. The Coach & Horses, Hexham

A traditional pub with a modern twist, The Coach & Horses sits proudly in the centre of Hexham. Take a break from exploring this award-winning market town and stop in for a drink, a slice of cake of a delicious meal, as your dog can enjoy a rest and a drink of their own.

An old coaching house, this charming inn offers modern lounges to relax in and a lively bar to enjoy good old-fashioned pub games or live sports. There is even a wonderful garden with its own outside bar, should you be looking to soak up the sun.

Distance from Chesters Stables: 6 miles

4. Robin Hood Inn, East Wallhouses

After a day of exploring Hadrian’s Wall, this traditional inn provides the perfect resting place for your and your best friend.

A gourmet restaurant that provides both traditional and contemporary cuisine, as well as a relaxed atmosphere that makes you all feel instantly welcome, Robin Hood Inn certainly epitomises a dog friendly Northumberland.

Distance from Chesters Stables: 9 miles

5. William de Percy Inn & Creperie, Otterburn

In the village of Otterburn, this beautiful pub and restaurant is the ideal pit-stop for thirsty walkers and parched pooches, as it’s located right on the verge of the Northumberland National Park. 

A selection of wines, beers and spirits allow you to enjoy a refreshing break, as your loyal companion will be welcomed with fusses, fresh water and a treat.

Distance from Chesters Stables: 19 miles

6. The Angel of Corbridge, Corbridge

If you and your dog enjoy browsing in boutique shops and immersing yourselves in town life more than exploring rolling hills, Corbridge is the quintessential hidden gem of the region.

The Angel of Corbridge boasts seasonal menus and a dog-friendly lounge for you all to relax in as you take a break from some retail therapy.

Distance from Chesters Stables: 8 miles

With a host of places you and your loyal companion can visit to eat and drink, you’re spoilt for choice when looking for venues that are dog-friendly in Northumberland. Begin planning yours and your best friend’s escape here.