So, you’ve booked your Pack Holiday, you’re looking forward to some fabulous time away and you’ve got your dog all ready for his howliday.

What to plan and what to do?

One of the loveliest aspects of Norfolk is the wealth of dog friendly pubs locally to your cottage. We have no end of fabulously dog welcoming pubs in Norfolk.

You might choose your dog welcoming Pack Holidays cottage based on shortest trip to your dog friendly pub? If so, do let me know! I know all the local dog welcoming establishments and can let you know which ones are nearest to your cottage of choice!


So read on and hopefully you will get some hints and tips for those fabulous places where you can collect a dog treat from the bar, settle in comfort with your pooch and enjoy that glass of wine / pint of beer, knowing your dog Is totally and absolutely welcome!

If you are out exploring your local area and find a lovely place to stop for a pint of a spot of lunch, don’t discount going into your chosen pub if there is no ‘Dogs Welcome’ sign. Many local establishments assume everyone (and their dog) is welcome! So do ask as you may be pleasantly surprised! Do also check when you go in, that water can be given to your dogs. The bar staff often have dog bowls at the ready for you and you might be in luck (or your dog) to be offered a lovely cooked sausage or dog treat whilst waiting for your lunch!

Most places will welcome dogs in the bar, but not in the restaurant. Happily, they all have bars and there are very few places who choose to discriminate against dogs.

I’ve also taken the opportunity to note down local dog friendly pubs by village / location, to make it a bit easier for you to find. Read on and enjoy testing them all out.

If you have any hints, tips and suggestions for your favourite Norfolk dog welcoming pub, do let me know. I’m all ears – waggly and hairy ones!!!

Sheringham

1. The Lobster Inn

Dogs are welcome in the bar and they will supply fresh water on request.

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Websitehttps://www.thelobsterinn.co.uk/
Address – 13 High Street, Sheringham, NR26 8JP
Tel – 01263 822716
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Dog Friendly – Yes
Email – grahamdeans1@googlemail.com

2. The Two Lifeboats

Dogs are very welcome in the bar/restaurant area. Beds, water, nibbles and even a doggy menu are available. Just text, email or Facebook your dog’s picture at The Two Lifeboats and they will add it to the gallery for you!

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Websitehttps://www.thetwolifeboatssheringham.co.uk/index
Address – 2 High Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8JR
Tel – 01263 823144
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Dog Friendly – Yes
Email – stephanandanna@thetwolifeboats.co.uk

Places to stay – And if you want a cottage local to both of those, there is no better than the lovely Chapel Barn in Sheringham, a short walk away from both

West Runton

1. The Village Inn

Dogs are very welcome in the garden

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Websitehttps://www.thevillage-inn.co.uk
Address – Cromer Rd, West Runton, Cromer NR27 9QP
Tel – 01263 687004
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Cromer

1. The White Horse

Dogs very welcome in the restaurant and bar only.

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Websitehttps://www.cromerwhitehorse.co.uk/
Address – 24 West St, Cromer NR27 9DS
Tel – 01263 512275
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Dog Friendly – Yes
Parking – Available

2. The Red Lion

Dogs very welcome in the bar and they also have their very own ‘Doggy Bar‘! If the ‘Doggy Bar’ is not to their liking they also have a selection of bottled doggy beverages including ‘Doggy Beer‘ for a truly pampered pooch!

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Websitehttps://www.redlioncromer.co.uk/
Address – Brook St, Cromer NR27 9HD
Tel – 01263 514964
Email – info@redlion-cromer.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Banningham

1. The Banningham Crown

Dogs on leads are welcome in the Garden Room. Do book in advance though as their dog friendly tables always prove very popular.

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Websitehttps://www.redlioncromer.co.uk/
Address – Brook St, Cromer NR27 9HD
Tel – 01263 514964
Email – info@redlion-cromer.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Mundesley

1. The Ship Inn

Dogs very welcome in the bar. Described as a ‘pup oasis’ by dog-lovers, they are proud to be a dog-friendly staycation destination. Sandy paws and waggy tails are always welcome!

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Websitehttps://www.mundesley-ship.co.uk/
Address – 21 Beach Rd, Mundesley, Norwich NR11 8BQ
Tel – 01263 722671
Email – hello@mundesley-ship.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – The gorgeous Poets Corner is just a short walk away from The Ship Inn, and welcoming UNLIMITED dogs free of charge at Poets Corner – how fabulous!

Gunton

1. The Gunton Arms

Suffield Arms – Dogs are very welcome.

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Websitehttps://www.theguntonarms.co.uk/
Address – The Gunton Arms, Norwich NR11 8TZ
Tel – 01263 832010
Email – office@theguntonarms.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Bacton

1. The Poacher’s Pocket

Dogs very welcome in the bar with water and treats on offer!

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Websitehttps://www.poacherspocketnorwich.co.uk/
Address – Walcott Road, Norwich NR12 0LS
Tel – 01692 650467
Email – info@poacherspocketnorwich.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – Lovely Eden Hall is just a short walk away from here, so perfect for a quick stroll there and back!

Wroxham

1. The Bridge Restaurant and Liberty Bar

Dogs are very welcome

The Bridge Restaurant and Liberty Bar Image
The Bridge Restaurant and Liberty Bar Image

Websitehttps://libertywroxham.co.uk/
Address – Norwich Road, Wroxham, Norfolk, NR12 8RX
Tel – +44 (0)1603 782337
Email – enquiries@libertywroxham.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Stalham

1. Wayford Bridge Inn

Dogs are very welcome with treats and water available.

Wayford Bridge Inn Image
Wayford Bridge Inn Image

Websitehttps://www.wayfordbridge.co.uk/
Address – Wayford Rd, Stalham, Norwich NR12 9LL
Tel – 01603 363677
Email – Info@wayfordbridge.co.uk
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – Both New Mill and 3 Staithe Cottages are the nearest cottages to this.

Hickling

1. The Greyhound Inn – One of our absolute local favourites!

As the name suggests, dogs are very welcome in the bar and water and treats available!

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The Greyhound Image

Websitehttp://www.greyhoundinn.com/
Address – The Green, Hickling, Norwich, Norfolk NR12 0YA
Tel – 01692 598306
Email – greyhoundhickling@gmail.com
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – Lovely Neaps and Heath Cottage are a short stroll to this dog welcoming pub!

Walcott

1. The Lighthouse Inn

Dogs very welcome (the owners are huge dog lovers)

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The Lighthouse Inn Image

Websitehttps://www.thelighthouseinn.co.uk/
Address – Coast Rd, Walcott, Norwich NR12 0PE
Tel – 01692 650371
Email – lighthousewalcott@gmail.com
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Happisburgh

1. The Hill House

Dogs are very welcome!

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The Hill House Image

Address – Happisburgh Rd, Happisburgh, Norwich NR12 0PW
Tel – 01692 650004
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – Oak Cottage is our nearest Pack Holidays cottage

Sea Palling

1. Reefs Bar

Dogs are very welcome!

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Reefs Bar Image

Websitehttp://www.reefsbar-seapalling.foodanddrinksites.co.uk/
Address – Beach Rd, Sea Palling, Norwich NR12 0AL
Tel – 01692 598177
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – I have several lovely cottages a short walk from there, Cosy Corner, Saretta, Echoes, Fenside and Mimi!

Horsey

1. Nelson Head

Dog friendly and large beer garden to spread out in too.

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Nelson Head Image

Websitehttp://thenelsonhead.com/
Address – The St, Horsey, Great Yarmouth NR29 4AD
Tel – 01493 393378
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – The lovely Crincle Cottage is a 2 minute walk away from here!

Winterton on Sea

1. The Fisherman’s Return

Dogs are very welcome!

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Fisherman’s Return Image

Websitehttps://www.fishermansreturn.com/
Address – The Lane, Winterton-on-Sea, Norfolk NR29 4BN
Tel – 01493 393305
Email – enquiries@fishermansreturn.com
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Dog Friendly – Yes

Places to stay – Primrose Cottage, Snowdrop Cottage Herring House and Poppyland are all within nice walking distance too!

Caister

1. The Grange Hotel

Dog friendly

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The Grange Hotel Image

Websitehttps://the-grange-hotel.business.site/
Address – Yarmouth Rd, Ormesby St Margaret, Norwich NR29 3QG
Tel – 01493 731877
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Dog Friendly – Yes

So, its over to you to enjoy your local dog friendly pub explorations. And if you are looking for a very dog welcoming holiday cottage locally, please do have a look at Pack Holidays cottages.

Don’t forget to report back to me (Gail) with any new local fabulous dog welcoming pubs and I can add them to our list so that other wonderful guests can also try them out!