White Lion

White Lion in Ambleside is a traditional pub in the heart of the Lake District, and dogs are welcome inside. It's well placed for walking routes around Windermere and Waterhead, making it a solid stop when you want warmth, a drink and a break from being outdoorsy.

The pub offers classic pub atmosphere with food and drink, and it's the kind of place that works well after a walk when everyone needs to sit down. Expect your dog to immediately settle in, then look at you like you've finally made a sensible decision.

Dogs can come inside, which keeps paws and people together and makes it easy to warm up after a Lakeland day out without the pavement-waiting shuffle.