The Navigation Inn

The Navigation Inn is a solid Ripon pub stop for dog owners who like their outings with a bit of canal-side character and zero unnecessary fuss. This traditional local pub sits beside the canal and has that easy-going, proper-local feel that works well after a walk, a wander or a day when everyone just wants a drink and a reset.

It is the sort of place that suits muddy paws, tired humans and a dog who is very ready to supervise the snacks situation from floor level. Dogs are welcome inside, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle while the rest of the group gets settled. Food is served Wednesday to Sunday, with lunch and evening meals available most days.

For visitors with dogs, it adds a more relaxed, slightly tucked-away pub option to a Ripon day out. Think classic local energy, laid-back pints and the kind of stop where the dog settles in faster than the humans do.