The Pub and Kitchen, Durham

It's the kind of place where your dog can join you at the table without fuss.

Open Monday to Sunday, 12 noon to 11pm, it's a handy spot for lunch, dinner or a late-afternoon pint when you've been out exploring with the dog and everyone needs to sit down. The pub is about five and a half miles from Durham city centre, making it a useful stop if you're covering ground further out. Whether you're local or visiting the area, it's one of those straightforward dog-welcome pubs where you can relax with your dog at your feet and a drink in hand.

No outdoor-only exile, no anxious glances at the door—just a proper indoor welcome for dogs and their humans.