The Bull Inn

The Bull Inn in Hastings is a proper pub with great atmosphere, often praised for being dog friendly and welcoming. Dogs are welcome inside in the front bar, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle, and there's indoor and outdoor seating to suit the weather.

Good for a pint and a meal after a wander, with the sort of service that includes water for dogs without you having to ask twice. The pub serves hearty traditional food in the Spitfire Restaurant, with homemade pies a speciality, plus real ales and a beer garden. Open Monday to Saturday noon to 11pm, Sunday noon to 8pm.

Your dog will immediately choose the exact spot you were about to sit, but that's part of the charm. A reliable choice when you need somewhere welcoming after a long walk with hopeful noses in tow, with a large car park making it easy to stop.