The Black Smiths Arms

The Blacksmiths Arms in Naburn feels like a proper village pub escape just outside York, pairing country-pub warmth with a long heritage that the venue proudly traces back around 350 years. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle while the rest of the group settles in with a pint.

The appeal is classic and comforting rather than trend-chasing, with food, pints and a slower pace doing the heavy lifting. It suits anyone wanting a more rural-feeling stop with character in the walls and a little breathing room away from the city-centre swirl, and the dog-friendly welcome means the whole group can relax together.

For dog owners looking for a proper pub day out near York without the city-centre crowds, this ticks the boxes: heritage, food, drink and a calm village setting where dogs can join you inside. Useful for wet-weather plans or simply when you want a pint and a slower pace with paws under the table.