BARNARD CASTLE The Ancient Unicorn Inn

Excellent friendly welcome and service. Rooms in the older part of the hotel allow dogs & are also very suitable for walkers needing respite from camping in bad weather. These rooms have a lower tariff and basic but are excellent value for money. They have bar food and allow the dogs in the bar. Their restaurant food is excellent & they provide an a la carte menu.
Bowes, Barnard Castle County Durham DL12 9HL
Pub Website
Telephone: 01833628321

BARNARD CASTLE The Moorcock Inn

Nice country pub with good food, set in beautiful walking country. Accommodation is also available, where dogs are allowed to stay too. There is no garden but a large car park area. This pub is a winner of Winalot's Best Dog friendly pub in the North. On the way out of the village on the B6278 to Stanhope.
Hill Top, Eggleston, Barnard Castle, County Durham DL12 0AU
Telephone: 01833 650395

BARNARD CASTLE The Old Well Inn

A large, busy, friendly pub / restaurant with 10 en suite rooms. In the middle of town, but with good dog walks close by. Wide range of cask ales - usually five. Recently voted Teesdale 'Pub of the Season' by the Darlington Branch of CAMRA. Frequent live music, quizzes and other events. Free wifi.
21, The Bank Barnard Castle DL12 8PH
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Telephone: 01833 690130

BARNARD CASTLE Three Tuns Inn

Brilliant Pub, great views, large garden. Set at the centre of the beautiful village of Eggleston in Teesdale, the Three Tuns Inn is still the heart of the village, with a true rustic feel.
Church Bank, Eggleston, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham, DL12 0AH
Pub Website
Telephone: 07969891197

BEAMISH The Beamish Mary Inn

This old country pub is situated near the coast and has many country walks nearby. Dogs are very welcome and will be given water and biscuits. The pub serves good quality food and a fine selection of ales. There is also a B&B where dogs can stay for £5 per night. It has been awarded a CAMRA and was Durham country pub in 2004.
No Place, Beamish, Near Stanley, Co Durham, DH9 OQH
Pub Website
Telephone: 0191 370 0237

BERNARD CASTLE Golden Lion

A good pub in centre of town frendly staff selling good ale and food at the right price - dogs welcome.
30 Market Place, Bernard Castle DL12 8NB
Telephone: 01833 690295

BLANCHLAND The Lord Crewe Arms

In the centre of the listed village of Blanchland, in the beautiful Derwent Valley of the North Pennines. Built in the 12th Century as a monastery (visit the Crypt Bar) and now a real character hotel and pub. Dogs welcomed throughout bar areas and in rooms at no charge. Spectacular restaurant (alas, no dogs allowed).
Blanchland, County Durham, DH8 9SP
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Telephone: 01434 675251

CHESTER LE STREET The Butchers Arms

Can definitely recommend relaxing here after a walk in the woods behind Lumley Castle. Then why not use the Smiths Arms as a half way pitstop too as PLEASE NOTE The Butchers Arms are only partially dog-friendly. Dogs are welcome when meals are not being served although this is more about being welcoming to diners who are not keen in dogs rather that the Landlady's personal feeling. As it prides itself in being the last "proper" pub in the town centre and has a good selection of real ale as well as at least two guest ales at any time.
Middle Chair, Chester Le Street, County Durham. DH3 3QB
Pub Website
Telephone: 0191 388 3605

CHESTER LE STREET The Wheatsheaf

The staff of this pub are all dog lovers from the manager (Sandra) to the Chef (Brian). They are happy to provide water and have often sneaked our Lab pieces of cheese and meat scraps. Dogs are welcome, but restricted to the bar inside. There is a large pub garden which leads up pleasant walk to the Consett to Sunderland country track, so there are plenty of miles to walk the dog. Food available from a sandwich to a three course meal. The pub is situated on Durham Road in between Birtley & Chester-le-Street.
Pelaw Grange, Chester Le Street, County Durham. DH3 2AB
Telephone: 0191 3888800

COALBURNES Fox and Hounds

Good friendly pub with a nice selection of well kept ales.
Coalburns, Greenside, Ryton Gateshead NE40 4JN
Pub Website
Telephone: 0191 413 2549

CONSETT The Manor House Inn

A rural pub, surrounded by lovely open space and beautiful views. It welcomes well-behaved dogs into the bar and garden. Restaurant food is served in a very relaxed environment and a B&B is also available. Dogs are welcome to stay by prior arrangement. There are lots of stunning walks in this very rural location. On the A68 4 miles north of Castleside.
Carterway Heads, Shotley Bridge, Consett, County Durham DH8 9LX
Telephone: 01207 255268

DURHAM CITY The Victoria Inn

Not a foodie place, just a basic boozer. It has one of the best unspoilt pub interiors in the country. Look out for local DP supporter with his little Yorkie.
86 Hallgarth Street Durham DH1 3AS
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Telephone: 0191 386 5269

DURHAM The Court Inn

After taking a leisurely walk along the river banks, do drop in for a drink or meal at The Court Inn, where you can enjoy lovely views of the cathedral. Dogs are allowed in the bar but unfortunately not in the adjoining accommodation.
Court Lane, Durham, DH1 3AW
Pub Website
Telephone: 0191 384 7350

DURHAM Ye Olde Elm Tree

Great friendly pub- good selection of ales. Welcomes all dogs. Food: Tomas the chef is more than willing to try out some of his home country (Poland) dishes on customers, as well as the usual pub fare.
12 Crossgate Durham City DH1 4PS
Telephone: 0191 3864621

EBCHESTER The Chelmsford

You'll find a small garden and plenty of local walks at this small dog friendly country pub.
Sun Street, Ebchester, Durham, DH8 0PG
Telephone: 01207 560 213

EDMUNDBYERS The Punch Bowl Inn

Pub recently re-opened summer 2010. Landlord previously ran the Manor House Inn at Carterway Heads nearby. Superb friendly pub dogs allowed in bar area and rooms. Good real ale selection. Fish and chips wonderful also Sirloin for Sunday lunch (a rarity these days) is very good.
Edmundbyers Co Durham DH8 9NL
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Telephone: 01207255545

EGGLESTON Moorcock Inn

At the heart of Upper Teesdale in the North Pennine moors, the Moorcock Inn is a classic north country pub with local real ales, a huge selection of single malts, and excellent home cooked food. This is wonderful walking country, remote footpaths, beautiful unspoilt moorlands, great waterfalls and dramatic castles. After which, a drink on the terrace at the Moorcook, watching the sunsets for which Teesdale is famous. This is also gun dog territory, so look forward to meeting a few working locals. Dogs are welcome throughout the pub (and in the restaurant if not too crowded) as well as bed and breakfast rooms. Fresh water and chews available.
Hill Top, Eggleston, Teesdale, County Durham. DL12 0AU
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Telephone: 01833 650395

FOREST IN TEESDALE Langdon Beck Hotel

Proper country inn with friendly landlady and staff. Can be quiet, but more often than not, there's a good crowd of locals putting the world to rights and enjoying a pint. Choice of real ales and good food served in the bar or dining room. Dogs allowed in bar, dining room and bedrooms Also, always liable to get a treat of left-overs if you try to tackle the 'Full Works' breakfast! Long, long walks possible without getting in the car.
Forest-in-Teesdale, County Durham, DL12 0XP
Pub Website
Telephone: 01833 622267

FROSTERLEY The Black Bull

You'll find this pub opposite Frosterley Station and your dog is welcome too, as long as it's not Friday or Saturday night or Sunday lunchtime. There's a garden and good walking areas too.
Bridge End, Frosterley, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2SL
Telephone: 01388 527784

GRETA BRIDGE Morritt Arms Hotel

Beautiful hotel, close to the busy A66 trans-Pennine route, but surprisingly tranquil. The bar area (with fabulous murals) is very dog-friendly, and regularly has wet hounds in it. The garden is lovely too, in sunny weather. There are great walks up the River Greta or along the Tees. The food in the bar is excellent, and Timothy Taylor's Landlord is on draught...
Greta Bridge Nr. Barnard Castle Co. Durham DL12 9SE
Pub Website
Telephone: 01833 627232

HAMSTERLEY The Cross Keys Country Pub and Restaurant

Dogs allowed in the small back room 'snug' or outside tables only. You can eat in both places.
Hamsterley Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 3PX
Pub Website
Telephone: 01388 488457

HARTLEPOOL The Causeway

Right in the town in Stranton district, next to the Brewery. Listed in Good Beer Guide. Regulars include boxer, wolfhound, poodle and pugs. Two pub dogs as well!
Stranton, Hartlepool, Cleveland, TS24 7QT
Telephone: 01429 273954

HEIGHONGTON George and Dragon

A very friendly and warm atmosphere. Open log fires, serves good food and fine ales, dogs are welcome in the bar and lounge areas, Archie is the pub dog and loves to make new doggie friends.
4 East Green, Heighington Village, DL5 6PP
Telephone: 01325 315152

HOLWICK The Strathmore Arms

A semi rural traditional pub on The Pennine Way. A great area for walking your dog. The bar is doggie friendly and has been for some time. The Bed & Breakfast accommodation will soon have 1 doggy friendly room. Food is going to be reintroduced in 2 weeks time. (Nov 2011)
Holwick, Middleton In Teesdale, Barnard Castle DL12 0NJ
Pub Website
Telephone: 01833 640362

HOUGHTON LE SPRING The Three Horseshoes

Dogs made welcome in the bar. Wonderful food in restaurant also available in bar. Excellent guest beers
Pit House Lane Leamside Houghton le Spring Durham DH4 6QQ
Pub Website
Telephone: 0191 584 2394

HOWDEN LE WEAR The Green Tree

Excellent Sunday lunch. The pub has four real ales. Warm and friendly welcome lovely open fire in bar. The pub has a Jack Russell named Snoopy.
24 Bridge Street Howden-le-Wear Crook Co Durham DL15 8EX
Telephone: 01388 762743

LOW CONISCLIFFE The Baydale Beck

Nice pub with good beers and a varied menu. Dogs are welcome in the bar area (not the lounge) and in the substantial beer garden.
Low Coniscliffe Darlington DL2 2JX
Telephone: 01325 469637

MIDDLESTONE VILLAGE The Ship Inn

A small and friendly old fashioned pub that welcomes man's best friend, serving excellent food and a great selection of beer etc....
Middlestone Village, Co. Durham, DL14 8AB
Pub Website
Telephone: 01388 810904

ROMALDKIRK The Rose and Crown

Great hotel bar with excellent, first class food and a roaring fire in winter. Great real ales too. Supporters dog Meg was most welcome in the bar, and the staff were very friendly.
Romaldkirk Barnard Castle Co. Durham DL12 9EE
Pub Website
Telephone: +0044 (0) 1833 650 213

SEAHAM Dun Cow

After a nice coastal walk, you'll find a warm welcome for dogs and owners at Dun Cow. Enjoy a well-earned drink from a selection of real ales and sit in front of the real fire.
The Village, Seaton, Seaham, County Durham SR7 0NA
Telephone: 0191 5131133

SHINCLIFFE Seven Stars

There is plenty of farmland around the Seven Stars, perfect for long walks. Dogs are welcome in the bar area only and water will be provided. Owners can sample good quality food and choose from a selection of ales.
High Street North, Shincliffe Village, Durham, DH1 2NU
Telephone: 0191 384 8454

SHINCLIFFE The Rose Tree

Well-behaved dogs are most welcome at this small, traditional pub. You will find good value food and a good selection of ales. There is a nice beer garden with tables and huge areas of farmland nearby that's perfect for walking.
Low Road West, Shincliffe, County Durham. DH1 2LY
Telephone: 0191 3868512

SHOTLEY BRIDGE Crown and Crossed Swords

Good, friendly pub with a fascinating history. Dogs very welcome in the bar, but not allowed in the separate restaurant. Supporters dogs have always been made very welcome, with a bowl of water and the occasional doggie biscuit for good measure!
Front Street Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0HU
Telephone: 01207 502006

SUNDERLAND The Clarendon

Real Ale & Music Pub the oldest in Sunderland. Beer Brewed on-site by The Bull Lane Brewing Company.
143 High St East Sunderland SR1 2BL
Pub Website
Telephone: 0191 5651726