Ye Old Elm Tree

Ye Old Elm Tree is a historic pub on Crossgate in Durham, just a short walk from the cathedral and right in the heart of the city. Dogs are welcome inside, so you can settle in for a pint with your table supervisor on duty beneath you.

Food is served throughout the pub and your dog can stay with you while you eat. It opens daily from 11:30am, with late closing at midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, making it a flexible stop whether you're exploring Durham for the day or need somewhere central to regroup after a wet walk around the cathedral quarter.

The location works particularly well if you're visiting Durham with a dog and want a proper pub that doesn't make you choose between keeping your dog close and getting a decent meal. It's the kind of place that fits neatly into a city day out without any fuss.