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Indoor Welcome Last Verified:
20 Sept 2026
The Sportsman is a neighbourhood pub on the east side of Durham where dogs are welcome inside. You can settle in with your dog for a pub lunch or an evening pint, with food served throughout the week and screens for those match days when you need a seat and a side order of distraction.
The pub sits about two miles from the city centre, making it a useful stop for visitors exploring the Belmont area or heading along the A690 corridor. It's a straightforward, local-pub atmosphere with no fuss and a reliable dog-friendly door policy.
Open Monday to Thursday 11am–11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am–midnight and Sunday noon–11pm. Food is served in the dog-friendly indoor area, so the whole group can eat together while your dog supervises proceedings from under the table.
Good to know:
Water bowls available
Free treats available
Doggy menu available
Dog Policy:
Dogs are welcome inside, so you can sit down for food and a drink together. A straightforward stop for a tidy pub lunch.
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