BECKENHAM The Jolly Woodman

This is a nice Sunday afternoon pub. It's not huge, so if it's really busy and your dog is large you may prefer to sit outside so that he doesn't get trampled! But don't let that put you off
9 Chancery Lane, Beckenham, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 020 8663 1031

BEXLEY Blue Anchor

Nice friendly pub serving steak house type food from 12 noon until 9pm each day. Special offers (two for one) Monday to Friday. No separate restaurant - dogs welcome everywhere. Managed pub, owned by the Spirit Group.
Brigden Road, Bexley, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01322 523582

BEXLEY The Blue Anchor

With a huge beer garden containing a children's area complete with 'play castle', The Blue Anchor is a fantastic summer pub. The food is a real highlight and can be eaten anywhere. Dogs are only allowed in the garden after 9pm though, so don't get there too early.
Bridgen Road, Bexley, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01322 523582

BIDDENDEN Three Chimneys

Wonderful old pub with fine food at above average prices.
Hareplain Road, Biddenden, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8LW
Pub Website
Telephone: 01580 291472

BOSSINGHAM The Hop Pocket

In the very rural part of Kent, about 8 miles south of Canterbury. Dogs and their owners are both made very welcome, with treats, water and fuss for the four legged friend, and an excellent menu and well kept range of real ales for those on two legs. The perfect place to break a journey down to the channel ports assuming you are the proud owner of a dog-passport of course.
The Street, Bossingham, Near Canterbury.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 709866

BOUGH BEECH The Wheatsheaf

Featured in the Good Pub Guide and AA Pub Guide, The Wheatsheaf can be found in a former hunting lodge owned by Henry V. It is decorated with some fearsome beasts and visitors will appreciate the original hall and cosy fire. There is a bar menu and a full a la carte menu. Dogs will be greeted with water and biscuits.
Hever Road, Bough Beech, Kent, TN8 7NU
Pub Website
Telephone: 01732 700254

BOUGHTON MONCHELSEA Cock Inn

Dogs much more welcome than children - they're restricted to the restaurant !! Free biscuits, towels, snacks a Dogs Dinner Discount scheme for which dogs are registered Not the owners and must be present to redeem vouchers! Fantastic menu using exclusively local products - no scampi here. Young's Real Ales. Log Fire in winter to dry paws off, shaded garden in summer to roll in. Fine wines by the glass including Fizz! Crazy - or zany- landlord and landlady.
Heath Road, Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01622 743166

BROADSTAIRS The Wrotham Arms

Good ales, but the Wrotham Arms in Broadstairs is best known for it's live music scene.
9 Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1QQ
Pub Website
Telephone: 01843 861788

BROOMFIELD Huntsman and Horn

Quiet country pub. Supported recommended. Garden and good food. Village off A299.
Broomfield, Herne Bay, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 365995

CANTERBURY Gate Inn

Runner-up in Adam Edwards hunt for the six best country pubs. See note to pub landlords.
Marshside, Chislet, Canterbury, Kent, CTE 4EB
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 860498

CHARCOTT The Greyhound

Situated in the hamlet of Charcott near Chiddingstone Causeway and is a traditional country pub with a large beer garden and open log fires. Fine cask conditioned beer, a selection of affordable wines, freshly home-cooked food and a relaxing atmosphere for people who like to meet, talk, eat and drink.
Charcott, Tonbridge, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01892870275

CHIDDINGSTONE Castle Inn

The setting is lovely, food superb and of local origin, and the staff very friendly and helpful.... a slice of England and summer as we all like to imagine it, what more could a dog want?
Chiddingstone, Edenbridge , Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01892 870518

CHISLEHURST The Bulls Head

This Young's pub has great pub food available in the bar and garden, while an a la carte menu is available in the restaurant. Dogs are most welcome everywhere apart from the restaurant, and will get treats from the staff. There is accommodation available but unfortunately not for dogs.
Royal Parade, Chislehurst, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 020 8467 1727

DARGATE The Dove Inn

A gastro pub with at least two choices of ales, and a varied menu to cater for everyone from yummy roasted pork baguette to a full a la carte menu. The food standard is very high, a destination place for diners and proves popular with locals, walkers and seniors. Lunch includes a snacks board featuring Welsh rabbit. Very dog-friendly but not in the dining area. Loads of walks in the countryside.
Plum Pudding Lane, Dargate, Faversham, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227-751360

DYMCHURCH The Ocean Inn

A big notice on the door welcomes you to this beachside pub reading 'If we offend you, perhaps you should find somewhere else to eat'. Not surprisingly dogs are welcome throughout the pub including eating areas.
2 High Street, Dymchurch, Kent, TN29 ONG
Pub Website
Telephone: 01303 872152

FARNBOROUGH Change of Horses

Really dog-friendly pub with good beer and a lovely garden. There are local walks to enjoy and food served too.
87 High Street, Farnborough, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01689 852949

FORDWICH The Fordwich Arms

The smallest town in Britain, more like a village than a town, people travel from all over to eat here. With a hot food blackboard that includes yummy favorites like steak and kidney pie and stuffed chicken it's forever changing depending on what's in season and everything is cooked freshly. A snack menu is also available, 4 traditional hand pumped ales and an extensive selection of other larger and bitters. After enjoying walks down by the river or lake a lovely open fire lures you in. Water bowls are provided and they ask that dogs are kept on a lead. Supporter recommended.
King Street, Fordwich, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 710444

GOUDHURST The Peacock

Dogs on leads are welcome at this 17th century pub. Children are allowed in the bar and restaurant. Good quality food is served all day. There is a patio area and good local walks nearby. The pub was included in the Good Beer Guide 2005-2006.
Gouldhurst Road, Iden Green Road, Goudhurst, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2PB
Pub Website
Telephone: 01580 211233

HEADCORN Kings Arms

A friendly landlady and staff will welcome dogs and owners at this pub opposite the church. Basic pub food is served. There are also B&B facilities available, where dogs are allowed in certain circumstances. The pub does a lot of work for charity.
1 High St, Headcorn, Ashford, Kent TN27 9NH
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Telephone: 01622 890 216

HERNE BAY Bandstand Cafe Bar

A more unusual recommendation, but worth a visit nonetheless. By the bandstand on the seafront, the Bandstand Cafe Bar is an outdoors treat on a fine day serving large portions of traditional pub food if you've worked up an appetite along the shore. Dogs are always welcome - seating is outside - and they can rely on a bowl of water to accompany your pint.
Central Parade, Herne Bay, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 372555

HERNE BAY The Ship Inn

Lovely, cosy pub on the seafront serving excellent food and beer. A short stroll to the beach. Dogs welcome in all bar areas.
17 Central Parade, Herne Bay, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 364638

HOLTYE The White Horse

Millie rates this pub as the log fire was cosy and the publican fed her tit-bits. Good place for circular walk from villages on the Ashdown Forest. You will to be sure of a warm welcome and hearty lunch before setting back on the return lap. Right on a golf course for enthusiasts. Excellent food.
Holtye Common,
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Telephone: 01342 850640

KESTON The Greyhound

Lovely pub on the edge of Keston Common so an ideal base for woodland walks. Dogs very welcome but must be kept on a lead. Good range of beers including local Kent ales and excellent menu, including kids meals. Tables can be booked in advance.
Commonside, Keston, Kent, BR2 6BP
Pub Website
Telephone: 01689 856338

KINGSGATE The Fayreness Hotel

Relaxed, dog friendly and recently refurbished bar areas serving excellent food all day. Dogs are welcome throughout the hotel, including rooms (at no charge) with the exception of the main dining room. Great location for bracing coastal walks along the Kingsgate cliff tops.
Marine Drive, Kingsgate, Kent, CT10 3LG
Pub Website
Telephone: 01843 868641

KNATTS VALLEY Fox & Hounds

Folk club Monday pm, open fire, outside boot rack, CAMRA pub. - Classic pub food. Children & dogs welcome.
Romney Street, Knatts Valley, Sevenoaks, kent.
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Telephone: 01959 525428

KNOCKHOLT The Three Horseshoes

You can often find a sociable group of dogs at this friendly pub, including resident Irish Wolfhound, Jet, and Labrador, Tessa. Outdoor lovers can go for a good walk in the surrounding area, or get fresh air in the garden. Very good food awaits, from bar snacks to an a la carte menu. Special nights include live music, classic car night and quiz night.
The Pound, Knockholt, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01959 532102

LOCKSBOTTOM Ye Olde Whyte Lion

Very friendly pub. Will always welcome well behaved dogs, and their owners (!). No children allowed which we know pleases some. Pleasant atmosphere, friendly locals. Nice patio garden with lots of seats and greenery. Always happy to provide water for dogs if asked.
Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01689 852631

LUDDESDOWN The Cock Inn

This excellent traditional pub welcomes well-behaved dogs on leads but not children. It is frequented mostly by cyclists, walkers and locals. Enjoy a good selection of ales and wines in the big garden. Basic pub food is served till 8pm, but not on Sundays. The pub is featured in the Good Beer Guide 2005-2006 and was awarded a CAMRA in 2005.
Henley Street, Luddesdown, Kent, DA13 OXB
Pub Website
Telephone: 01474 814 208

MAIDSTONE The Swan

A historic pub in a beautiful country village with views of the Weald of Kent. Frequented by friendly locals and their dogs, you can also get excellent food and drink here after a long walk. Doggy bowls provided but pets not allowed in the B&B rooms.
Broad Street, Sutton Valence, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 3AJ
Pub Website
Telephone: 01622 843212

MEOPHAM The Kings Arms

A village pub which serves good, sophisticated food and allows dogs inside and out. It has a garden and there are many local walks available. In the centre of the village, off the A227.
Meopham Green,Wrotham Rd, Meopham, Kent .
Pub Website
Telephone: 01474 813323

MEOPHAM The Long Hop

Staff and locals couldn't be more friendly in this lovely pub that lies just off the village green. Good food and plenty of beers available. Dogs are welcome in the bar area and garden, but not in the restaurant area.
Meopham Green, Wrotham Rd, Meopham, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01474 812163

MONKS HORTON The Black Horse

A much-loved pub in a true country style. Well-kept ales, delicious fresh food and welcoming hosts. The pub is animal friendly to the point of providing somewhere to tie up and water the horses, so dogs are no problem!
Fiddling Lane, Monks Horton, Ashford, Kent
Pub Website
Telephone: 01303 812182

NORTHBOURNE The Hare and Hounds

Order a sausage for your dog and it comes neatly presented with a sprig of parsley! That's how dog-friendly they are, which is lucky for their Schitzu, Pebbles, and Australian Sheepdog, Barney. There's good local dog walking areas, a nice garden and some fantastic beer (CAMRA 2006 Good Beer Guide), wine and food to enjoy. Find it just off the A256.
The Street, Northbourne, Kent CT14 0LG
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Telephone: 01304 365429

OTFORD The Crown

A traditional 16th century village inn sporting a real fire and original beams, The Crown serves good food at lunchtimes and offer a selection of real cask ales. There are great walks nearby to enjoy, including the Pilgrim's Way.
10 High Street, Otford, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01959 522847

PENSHURST Leicester Arms Hotel

With the same owners as The Wheatsheaf, it offers an extensive pub and restaurant menu. Dogs are welcome in rooms at no extra charge. The hotel is featured in the AA Pub Guide.
High Street, Penshurst, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01892 8700551

PLUCKLEY The Mundy Bois

A cosy Kentish pub with fantastic food; all meat and poultry is bred and raised within 3 miles and everything is organic. An adventure playground in the large beer garden will occupy the kids, and a lovely inglebrook fire inside completes the warm welcome, as the house Labrador will attest.
Mundy Bois Road, Pluckley, Kent, TN27 0ST
Pub Website
Telephone: 01233 840048

RECULVER The Kings Head

There are plenty of great local walks to be had near the King?s Head, after which you can enjoy the cosy surroundings of this seaside freehouse. Food is served daily at lunch and dinner times only.
Reculver, Kent. CT6 6FU
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 374368

SANDWICH The Fleur de Lis

Spacious 16th century Traditional English Inn with friendly staff, situated near Strand Street Sandwich. Extensive all-day bar menu, useful for morning coffee.
Delf Street, Sandwich, Kent CT13 9BZ
Pub Website
Telephone: 01304 611131

SANDWICH The George & Dragon

Possibly the town’s best kept secret hidden away in a back street. It doesn’t have Big Screen Television, Live music, Karaoke, or Disco Lights. The George and Dragon is an attractive, heavily beamed period pub/restaurant with plenty of character. Real ale, water for dogs and good menu for owners, eat in the bar or outside. Publican also extends a dog friendly welcome to anyone travelling to Italy where he also runs a stunning hotel see: www.villasantagiusta.co.uk
24 Fisher Street Sandwich Kent CT13 9EJ
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Telephone: 01304 613106

SELLING Rose and Crown

A true country pub, the Rose & Crown is situated on top of Crown Hill and set against 150 acres of natural woodland. This delightful free house offers everything a traditional country pub should - a warm welcome, great choice of real ales, food that is both unusual and traditional, log fires in the winter and probably the best pub garden in Kent.
Perry Wood, Selling, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 752214

SOUTH DARENTH The Bridges

Very friendly pub in a small village ideally situated for walks in the Darenth Valley. Dogs welcome on a lead.
Horton Road, South Darenth, Dartford, Kent, DA4 9AX
Pub Website
Telephone: 01322 860588

SOUTHFLEET The Ship Inn

You'll find a lovely fireplace at this 13th century pub. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome and water, biscuits and treats will be provided. There is a good selection of ales and wines to choose from, as well as food from an extensive a la carte menu.
Red Street, Southfleet, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01474 833238

SPELDHURST The George & Dragon

Dogs are very welcome in this village pub. Enjoy a good range of food and drinks in this friendly environment. The pub has a garden and there are lots of walks in and around the village. To find it, just go to the centre of the village and it will be right opposite the church.
Speldhurst Hill, Speldhurst, Kent .
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Telephone: 01892 863125

STAPLEHURST The Bell Inn

The publican tells us he welcomes dogs. He does ask that they are kept on a lead in the pub & beer garden. Water is available for the dogs & good beer & food for the owners. The Bell ranked 3rd by the local Camra branch for their real ale & they are awaiting accreditation from cask marque. Good home made food cooked fresh to order.
High Street, Staplehurst, Kent
Pub Website
Telephone: 01580 893366

STONE Ferry Inn

Old fashioned free house on the edge of Romney Marsh with a mainly local custom, on the road from Wittersham to Stone. First class, well priced food available in restaurant area or bar. Roaring Log fire in winter and a sheltered garden in summer. Extensive walking & foot paths starting with the Saxon Shore Way that goes through the pub car park. Worth a trip. Dogs welcome in the bar.
Stone, Near Tenterden, Kent
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THURNHAM The Black Horse Inn

Tucked beneath the steep face of the North Downs on the Pilgrims Way at Thurnham near Maidstone, is this homely inn. Adorned with hops and beams and with an open log fireplace it is a great place for food and drink, or even a weekend away. B&B rooms cost just ?5 extra for dogs and there are lots of walks to keep you busy in the daytimes.
Pilgrims Way, Thurnham, Nr.Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3LD
Pub Website
Telephone: 01622 737185

TONBRIDGE The George and Dragon

This pub is very easy to find and will let you and your dog sit and eat either in the bar or outside. Not far from the Wealdway, the Medway Valley Walk and the Tunbridge Wells Circular Walk.
Five Oak Green Road, Tudeley, Kent,
Pub Website
Telephone: 01892 832521

TROTTISCLIFFE The George Inn

Enjoy a variety of good value food, ales and wines at this 17th century pub. Well-behaved dogs are allowed and will be served with water, biscuits and treats.
Taylors Lane, Trottiscliffe, West Malling, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01732 822 462

TROTTISCLIFFE The Plough

The Plough is a charming family-run pub which dates back to the 15th century when it was originally two farm cottages. Everyone is invited to soak up the friendly atmosphere in the cosy surroundings of the bar where you will find oak beams and open log fires. Dogs are welcome in the bar but not in the restaurant. The wide ranging menu encompasses fresh fish and home-made pies and daily specials, all prepared using locally purchased produce.
Taylors Lane, Trottiscliffe, West Malling, Kent,.
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Telephone: 01732 822 233

TUNBRIDGE WELLS The Hare

Founded in 1901, this country pub welcomes well-behaved dogs. Water and biscuits are provided and a good variety of food, ales and wines are served. It was included in the Good Pub Guide 2005-2006.
Langton Road, Langton Green, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 0JA
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Telephone: 01892 862419

TUNBRIDGE WELLS The Spread Eagle

Resident pooch, Harvey, will welcome you at this small country pub. Well-behaved dogs are allowed and water will be provided. They also serve good food and a selection of ales. The surrounding woodland is perfect for long walks.
119 Forest Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5B2
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Telephone: 01892 525 414

TUNBRIDGE WELLS The Sussex Arms

Tucked away behind a shopping centre is this lovely pub that serves traditional bar food, has outdoor undercover seating and two Labradors called Bella and Millie. Time your walk so that you arrive outside of the 12-2.30pm 'no-dog' period, unless the weather is good enough to sit outside, where dogs are allowed anytime.
Sussex Mews, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5TE
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Telephone: 01892 549579

WEST PECKHAM The Swan on the Green

A country pub serving freshly prepared food, excellent wines and great beer from their own micro-brewery. All the ingredients that go into their food are sourced locally, fully traceable, GMO free and, where possible, from organic producers. The village green and nearby woods are great for walks.
The Village Green, West Peckham, Maidstone, Kent ME18 5JW
Pub Website
Telephone: 01622 812271

WESTERHAM The Grasshopper on the Green

Not only do they welcome dogs in the downstairs bars here, they make a fuss of them too! The food is excellent and the atmosphere very welcoming, including the resident pub dog.
4, The Green, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1AS
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Telephone: 01959 562926

WESTGATE ON SEA Nottingham Castle

Very good food and friendly service with water offered for dogs. A traditional pub in "Queen Vic" style which does have wide screen TVs so occasionally populated by men watching sport! (However!) comfortable and large with good menu and most importantly just 100 yards from lovely St Mildred's Bay for seaside walks.
20 Beach Road Westgate-on-Sea CT8 8AD
Pub Website
Telephone: 01843 832155

WHITSTABLE Ship Centurion

Our supporter tells us that this is a dog friendly pub. CAMRA.
111 High Street, Whitstable, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 264740

WHITSTABLE The Old Neptune

A wonderfully unique pub that lives up to its name as an old smugglers haunt. Situated right on the beach with views over the sea.
Marine Terrace, Whitstable, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01227 272 262

WITTERSHAM The Swan Inn

The only pub in the village, the Swan Inn serves a selection of real ale, keg beers and good value food in the pub and garden. Dogs are not only welcomed, they will get biscuits too! There are lots of nice walks in and around the village.
1 Swan Street, Wittersham, Kent
Pub Website
Telephone: 01797 270913

WORTH St. Crispin Inn

An ancient and picturesque pub dating from 1420, just a mile or so from the medieval Cinque Port of Sandwich, serving great food and real ales. Very friendly and helpful staff, good menu and daily specials board. Also dog-friendly B & B
The Street, Worth, Kent CT14 0DF
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Telephone: 01304 612081k

WROTHAM The Green Man

A friendly, family run pub located in the picturesque hamlet of Hodsoll Street on the North Downs, set in beautiful Kent countryside. With a large garden to the rear, the pub benefits from an extensive menu of freshly-prepared meals made from local ingredients, and a good choice of cask ales and lagers.
Hodsoll Street, Near Wrotham, Kent.
Pub Website
Telephone: 01732 823575