The Grosvenor Arms

The Grosvenor Arms in Chester is the kind of place where the dog settles in and you immediately get that "proper pub" feeling. Red brick outside, warm lighting inside, and a steady buzz that tells you this is a well-loved local. Dogs are welcome inside, so everyone can stay together while you enjoy a drink or meal.

Set in Handbridge, just over the river from the city centre, this dog-friendly pub leans into traditional charm with a lively edge. Expect a good range of ales, beers and wines, alongside classic pub food that keeps things simple and satisfying. It's the sort of place that works just as well for a casual drink as it does for a proper sit-down meal, with a real social energy that mixes locals and visitors easily.

Whether you're stopping in mid-walk or settling in for the evening, it's very easy to feel part of it. Busy at the right times, friendly without trying too hard, and the kind of good, honest pub that people come back to—paws and all.