The Owl

The Owl is a beach-side pub in Camber, just outside Rye and dogs are welcome inside. It's the sort of place that makes perfect sense after a long walk along the dunes, when everyone needs a proper sit-down and the dog needs somewhere soft to collapse under the table.

Food is served Tuesday to Sunday, with the kitchen running lunchtimes and evenings most days and all afternoon on Sundays. The menu covers pub classics and the atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious – ideal when you're carrying sand, leads and the lingering optimism of a beach day.

It's a useful stop for walkers coming off Camber Sands and the pub-with-rooms setup means there's a steady stream of visitors who understand that dogs and holidays go together. Expect a friendly welcome and the kind of practical, no-fuss hospitality that works when you've got wet paws in tow.