The Escapist

The Escapist is a compact micropub on Crane Street in central Chichester, a short walk from the city centre shopping streets and cathedral quarter. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to volunteer for pavement duty while the rest of the group settles in with a drink.

This is the kind of place that makes a dog-and-drink stop simple when you're exploring the city on foot. The bar pours an ever-changing range of craft beers on tap from local and national breweries, alongside cans, artisan spirits, wines and organic Prosecco — something for everyone in the group, including the one who doesn't drink beer.

Closed Mondays, open from 3 pm Tuesday and Wednesday and from midday Thursday to Sunday. The central, pedestrianised location means it fits neatly into a day of browsing or sightseeing without doubling back to the car — and dogs are just as welcome at the bar as anyone else.