5 of the best dog friendly pubs in Cornwall
There’s nothing quite like a refreshing drink and some tasty pub foodie favourites after a day of exploring with your dog. Here are just
a few of our favourites.
1 The Pandora Inn
Nudging the edge of Restronguet Creek, the Pandora Inn will take you back in time. Parts of this thatched, low-beamed inn date to the 13th century, its flagstone floors and charm have remained unchanged for centuries. Yet within, modern comfort meets historic character. Reopened in March 2025 under the stewardship of John and Tom, following a thoughtful refurbishment, they have preserved its heritage while enhancing its menus and service. With limited parking, visitors are encouraged to arrive by boat, bicycle, or on foot, making the journey as memorable as the destination at this award-winning Cornish pub.
2 THE LEMON ARMS
Mylor is the perfect spot for a creek side walk, a tucked-away haven for wildlife waiting to be explored. It is ideal for nature lovers looking to stretch their legs while enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the area with their furry friend. One of our favourite strolls is from Mylor Bridge, along Mylor Creek and then around to Restronguet Weir and back. We recommend refuelling at the Lemon Arms after working up an appetite on this relaxing circular walk. The team have a brilliant menu of pub classics, a daily specials board, local ales on tap and to top it all off, a dog-friendly beer garden for your sleepy hound to rest their legs!
3 THE PRINCE OF WALES
In the centre of Newtown-in-St-Martin, this 16th century, community owned inn offers a warm welcome to all who enter. There’s a great selection of Cornish beverages on draught alongside a menu that caters to all, including gluten-free options. Sunday roasts have become a popular tradition, alongside a monthly Sunday breakfast, both drawing visitors from near and far. In warmer months, the beer garden transforms into a hub of activity, with live music filling the air, or hunker down beside the roaring log fire on a winter’s day after exploring the Helford River, just ten minutes away. For those wishing to extend their stay, the pub offers two en-suite self-catering rooms, providing a comfortable retreat following an evening in the pub.
4 THE FOX AND HOUNDS
Fancy a meal out but have your furry friend in tow? Don’t let that stop you from enjoying delicious food together, simply visit the Fox and Hounds at Comford! With a specially designed canine menu to cater for your dog’s culinary requirements as well as seasonal specials for you, it’s the ultimate shared dining experience. This includes tasty Sunday carveries for both humans and hounds to enjoy! At the bar, you’ll find a wide range of beverages to quench your thirst and not forgetting your companion, why not treat them to a doggie Pawsecco? Offering food from 12pm to 9pm, seven days a week, the Fox and Hounds really does take ‘dog friendly’ to a whole new level!
5 Finn Mcouls
A proudly dog-friendly pub just a stone’s throw from the Prince of Wales pier in Falmouth, Finn Mcouls is a popular spot for dog-walkers in this famed maritime town, and for good reason. Surrounded by pasty shops and chip shops, the team’s catchphrase is “We have the pub, you bring the grub!”. Humans and hounds alike can warm up by the log fire in the winter, or quench thirsty throats in the summer. Or why not take the ferry to St Mawes or Flushing for the fabulous walks and golden beaches there? Treats and water are always on hand for four-legged guests, and of course there’s plenty of local ales for you to wash down your choice of Falmouth’s foodie scene!
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