The Dog House at Kimberley

The Dog House at Kimberley is a pub in Nottingham where dogs are welcome inside, which solves the awkward door question before you even reach it. It's the kind of place where your Spaniel can settle under the table while the rest of the group orders a round without needing to split up or huddle outside. The pub sits about five miles from Nottingham town centre, tucked into Kimberley.

It opens Tuesday to Thursday from 4pm, then runs longer hours from Friday lunchtime through to Sunday evening. Monday is a closed day, so plan accordingly. The name really does what it says.

Dogs welcome inside means you can bring them into the main pub area and there's no need to negotiate garden-only terms or worry about the weather turning. It's a straightforward, practical choice when the whole pack needs somewhere warm and welcoming.