Marina Fountain

The Marina Fountain in St Leonards-on-Sea is a proper pub on Caves Road, close enough to fold into a coastal wander, a Hastings day out, or a relaxed pub stop with the dog in tow. It has that unfussy, welcoming feel that makes it useful for visitors who want food, drinks and somewhere comfortable indoors without leaving the dog out of the plan.

This is a dog-friendly boozer with a focus on good food, drinks and a welcoming atmosphere for every human and dog. Food-wise, there is plenty going on, from sourdough flatbread sandwiches and Tuesday Burger Club to pizza nights, Sunday roasts and a local à la carte menu. Food is served Tuesday to Sunday, with meal times running noon–3pm and 5.30pm–8pm Tuesday and Wednesday, noon–3pm and 5.30pm–9pm Thursday and Friday, noon–9pm Saturday, and noon–4.30pm Sunday.

For dog owners, this is a strong St Leonards stop because the dog welcome is part of the pub's identity, not a tiny afterthought hiding in the footnotes. Ideal for post-walk pints, rainy-day pub plans and dogs who approve of proper pub floors.