Swan & Three Cygnets

The Swan & Three Cygnets is a traditional riverside pub in Durham city centre, a short walk from Elvet Bridge. That simple inclusion is especially useful when the weather turns or the day needs a proper sit-down pause.

Open Monday to Saturday from 11am until 11pm and Sunday until 10:30pm, it's well placed for a riverside walk followed by a proper pub stop. The atmosphere is warmly traditional and the riverside setting makes it a natural pause point when you're exploring the city on foot with your dog. Whether you're breaking up a longer walk or just need somewhere central where your dog can join you indoors, this is a reliably dog-friendly pub with plenty of character.

Your under-table supervisor can stay firmly on duty. That straightforward access is the detail that turns a quick drink or meal into a genuine break for the whole group.