Dog friendly places to eat and drink in North Devon

There is a special satisfaction in finishing a bracing walk along North Devon’s dramatic coastline and finding the perfect spot to refuel, with your canine companion. The Hartland Peninsula is not just about breathtaking views; it also has some very special dog-friendly places to eat and drink.

For those in search of a pint of local ale in a historic pub or a cream tea with a view, these are some of the best haunts that promise a warm welcome for both owners and their dogs.

PUBS

These nearby pubs serve food, are dog-friendly with wood-burning fires indoors and garden seating outdoors

at Hartland Quay – a 10-minute drive/45-minute walk:

The Wreckers Retreat Bar (part of Hartland Quay Hotel) 01237 441371
A great spot, down by the sea with terrific views from the outdoor tables, just below the coast path

in Hartland – a 5-minute drive/20-minute walk:

The Kings Arms, Fore Street 01237 440151 a traditional pub on the main street with a sunny valley garden, darts, pool, TV sport

Anchor Inn, Fore Street, Hartland 01237 441414 a pub since the 16th-century: ‘rooted in the past, anchored in the community’, with a sunny terraced area overlooking the valley.

The Hart Inn, The Square, Hartland 01237 441474  a beamy 16th-century former coaching inn on the main square, with a sheltered garden.

Less local pubs with food – 15/30-minutes drive:

Clovelly – The Red Lion 01237 431237
Another great spot, down by the harbour, with bar and restaurant

Woolsery (Woolfardisworthy) – The Farmers Arms 01237 439328
a gastro village pub with sheltered garden. Dogs allowed in the bar area too. Book ahead

Welcombe – The Old Smithy 01288 331305
13th-century, thatched, a mile from the sea, opposite Welcombe Pottery

Morwenstow, Cornwall – The Bush Inn, 01288 331242
ancient bar, a modern dining room and big, runabout garden

Buckland Brewer – The Coach & Horses 01237 451395
a traditional pub in narrow-lane country

Appledore – The Royal George 01237 424138
relaxed, renovated gastro pub/hotel, great estuary views

Take-away fish & chips etc

Hartland Shamrock Fish & Chips, Fore St. 01237 439328
Woolsery Chip Shop 01237 431431

Cafes

Hartland Abbey Tea Rooms

The original Abbey was built in the 12th century – do visit the beautiful gardens (sorry, no dogs in the fascinating House). The tea rooms are in the old kitchen and there’s dog-friendly outdoor seating in the sheltered courtyard. Much of the produce for teas and lunches is sourced locally/from the walled garden. Open March – October

Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Room

In a tranquil valley 3miles from Hartland, Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Room is known for its award-winning cream teas, its light lunches and beautiful gardens. An idyllic spot. Open March – October

For Dog Owners: Dogs on short leads are welcome in the gardens and in the outdoor seating area of the tea room. The setting is perfect for a relaxed stop maybe after the walk to Speke’s Mill Mouth Waterfall (indoor seating may be reserved for visitors without dogs, so this venue is ideal for fair-weather days).

For a Village Coffee Stop: The Old Bakery, Hartland

On Hartland’s main square, The Old Bakery is a family-run coffee shop for breakfast, lunch and cake. “Well-behaved dogs welcome.”

The Point Kiosk, Hartland

A welcome, seasonal gem on the coast path near Hartland Lighthouse, The Point Kiosk at Hartland Point is generally open from April to September. Tables are all outdoors so it’s ideal for dogs… have fresh water, a coffee, an ice cream, or maybe a fresh panini – while gazing out at the wild Atlantic… seals come to the bay.