The King's Head

The King's Head in Theddlethorpe, near Mablethorpe, is a 16th-century thatched country pub where dogs are welcome inside, so everyone can settle in together after a day of sandy paws and coastal wind. It has that friendly, comfortable atmosphere where you can finally unclench your shoulders after juggling leads, pockets full of treats, and a dog who believes every stranger is their new best friend.

The pub serves home-cooked meals including breakfast, steak pies, fish and chips, and classic pub fare, with a selection of bottled beers, wines and spirits. There's a beer garden for outdoor seating, and the venue also offers motorhome stopovers with electric hook-up available. The car park has approximately 25 spaces but can fill up during busy periods.

If you're exploring the Lincolnshire coast and want a pub that feels like it belongs to the village rather than just serving it, this fits the brief. Dogs tend to be very well received, especially the polite ones with their best sit-and-stare routine.