Quayside

Quayside is a large lakeside pub in Bowness-on-Windermere, sitting right on the shore of Lake Windermere beside the boat jetties. Dogs are welcome inside in some seating areas, so the whole group can stay together rather than anyone doing the pavement-waiting shuffle.

The pub serves food and drinks throughout the day, with a menu available from noon until 8pm. There is a lively atmosphere, regular live music on Friday and Saturday evenings, and a large outdoor terrace with lake views for when the weather plays along. There is also a dedicated dog station with towels for drying off soggy dogs on rainy days, a particularly useful touch in the Lake District.

Open Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 11am until 11pm and Friday to Saturday from 11am until midnight, Quayside is a practical and well-placed stop for anyone exploring Bowness with a dog in tow. With indoor dog-friendly seating and somewhere to deal with wet paws after a waterfront walk, it feels properly set up for dog owners rather than simply allowing dogs through the door.