The Duke of Rothesay is a family pub in Heysham that's built for easy, satisfying outings with dogs welcome inside. Expect fresh home-cooked food, a beer garden for the rare and glorious sunny days, and a large car park that removes the usual "where are we abandoning the car?" drama.

It's the kind of place that suits all ages and all moods: pop in for a straightforward lunch, settle for a longer evening with a couple of drinks, or time it with their events when you fancy a bit more buzz. The atmosphere reads friendly and familiar, like a pub that's been doing "welcome in, get comfy" for years.

A strong pick for low-faff meals and cheerful local energy, with everyone able to settle in together—paws, people and plates all sorted.