The Boathouse

The Boathouse in Bath is a waterside pub with rooms just outside the busiest centre, built for long lunches, roasts and slow evenings with river views. Dogs are welcome inside, so everyone can settle in together without the pavement-waiting shuffle.

Expect a warm atmosphere and a menu designed for staying put, plus rooms that make it a handy base if you want that close-to-Bath-but-not-in-the-thick-of-it feel. Check their website for bookings, menus and opening hours.

A useful spot for dog owners planning a riverside meal or an overnight stay, with the kind of pace that suits hopeful noses and humans who'd rather not rush.