Dog Friendly Restaurants & Places to Eat New Forest

It’s great to be able to bring your pet on holiday with you. Luckily, here in The New Forest, we are well geared-up for visitors coming along with their dogs. You’ll not only find a wide range of places to stay with your dog and some fantastic dog-friendly days out but also some great pubs, restaurants and cafes all happy to accept your pooch through their doors. So what’s stopping you?

Rest up after a busy day’s exploring

With over 140 miles of tracks and footpaths, it’s no surprise that the New Forest is a popular area for walking. Whether you fancy a short stroll around one of our towns and villages with your dog, a brisk walk along the coastline or a longer trip taking a morning, afternoon or even all day you will find lots of places to stop along the way for a spot of food and drink that are dog-friendly.

Take a look as we give you some handy tips to places for stop with your dog below. Plus don’t forget the listings at the bottom of this page for details of all of the places that you can find here in the New Forest that will welcome your dog.

Dog-friendly pubs and inns

You’ll find the majority of our New Forest pubs and inns are dog-friendly and offer a relaxed atmosphere for you and your pooch to enjoy after lots of exploring.

If you visit during the warmer months you can usually enjoy this same relaxed atmosphere in some of our pub gardens, a great place for you and your dog to relax after a busy day’s exploring. Or in the colder months, why not let your pooch warm up in front of an open fire whilst you sample some of the local produce and tipples? You may even find that your four-legged friend is given a treat of their own, some of our pubs and inns have dog treats on the bar just in case they have any four legged visitors!

Dogs are very welcome at The Drift Inn, near Lyndhurst. To help make your pet feel right at home there are dog towels to dry your dog after a long walks in the forest, water bowls and large gardens. Lucky dogs may even get a dog biscuit as an extra treat!

Nearer to the centre of Lyndhurst is The Waterloo Arms! Dogs are very welcome in the large 'bar side' of the pub and their garden is also perfect for our four-legged friends!

Just a short distance from the sea front at Milford on Sea and Barton on Sea, you will find The Royal Oak in Downton, another example of our New Forest pub which is pet-friendly.

Soak up the sun in the garden of The Trusty Servant Inn at Minstead or warm up in front of one of the inn’s three roaring log fires in the winter.

Not far from the picturesque village of Beaulieu is The Royal Oak where everyone, including dogs and horses, are very much welcome.

There's no need to leave the dog at home when you head out for some food and drink at The Walhampton Arms, as they are very welcoming to our four-legged friends!

There are several Fuller’s pubs in the New Forest, all of which welcome dogs. These include: The Alice Lisle Inn (Ringwood), The New Forest (Ashurst), The Pilgrim Inn (Marchwood), The Oak Inn (Bank, near Lyndhurst) and the White Buck Inn (Burley).

There are many more examples of dog-friendly pubs and inns, take a look at the listings below and select where you’d like to visit.

Dog-friendly cafes and tea rooms

If you don’t fancy stopping at a pub or an inn then there are other relaxed options available, notably at our friendly cafes and tea rooms.

Take a walk from Burley (suggested route is 6 miles) or along the disused railway line to The Old Station Tearooms at Holmsley. Breakfasts, lunches, afternoon tea and freshly made patisserie and cakes are all on offer here. A great place to stop after an energetic dog walk!

Sit outside at Steff’s Kitchen in Beaulieu. Here dog owners can relax over some home-cooked food. If it rains, don’t despair, there is a dog umbrella onsite too!

Attractions with dog-friendly cafes

Dogs are allowed in the visitor restaurant at Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway. Water bowls are also left outside the café so dogs can refresh after having been walked around the gardens.

Dogs are permitted in the grounds of Beaulieu (although not the restaurant/café). There are many picnic areas in the grounds where you can enjoy your own food as well as an undercover area if it’s wet. Similarly, at Buckler’s Hard there are also picnic benches or pop into the dog-friendly Master Builder’s Hotel at Buckler’s Hard for a tasty treat.

Want to find out more?

Take a look at our listings on this page to find out more about the places within The New Forest where you can bring your pet. Don’t forget to also use your Go New Forest Card to save you lots of money off eating out, things to do and even shopping here in The New Forest.

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Burley Manor

Burley

At Burley Manor, the main event is undoubtedly the simple vibrant, rustic and of course tasty food, enjoyed together. There is absolutely no need to whisper, with a relaxing, fun atmosphere, perfect for enjoying time with friends and family.

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The Rockingham Arms

West Wellow

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Built in 1840, The Rockingham Arms is a cosy old village pub full of character.
With traditional values and a warm welcome, we serve comforting home cooked food, real ales, great wines and good coffee.
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The Waterloo Arms

Lyndhurst

The Waterloo Arms is a Traditional 17th Century Inn nestled in the heart of the New Forest, Lyndhurst. We offer traditional cask conditioned ales of superb quality, chilled lagers, a vast choice of ciders and a selection of fine wines and spirits.…
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Bartley Lodge Hotel

Cadnam

From breakfast, lunch, and dinner to afternoon tea or Sunday lunch, choose to join us in our beautiful Grade II listed hotel set in the heart of the New Forest.

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The Drift Inn

Near Lyndhurst

Open all day, every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, The Drift Inn serves modern British classics, handmade burgers, deliciously nutritious dishes and tempting daily specials. Boasting extensive gardens and two children’s outdoor play areas,…

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Steff's Kitchen

Beaulieu

When you visit our café you can be sure of a warm and friendly welcome. All the food we serve is home cooked. From warm scones straight out of the oven to hearty soups, everything is freshly prepared.

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The Old Station Tearooms

Near Burley

Converted station with many railway memorabilia and pictures on display. Now a fully licensed restaurant and tea house providing quality products at reasonable prices. Seating for 70 inside and 150 outside.

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The New Forest Inn

Lyndhurst

Our amazing team offer you a warm welcome to The New Forest Inn, an unspoilt 18th century country pub in a scenic location full of charm with a really friendly atmosphere.

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The Mill at Gordleton

Sway

We are a small independant award winning hotel who care passionately about the environment and we are aiming to source as much as produce as possible locally or organically.

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Ray's Italian Kitchen

Milford on Sea

Located in the heart of Milford on Sea, Ray’s Italian Kitchen run by local restaurateur, Stacey Crouch is making its mark on this foodie-renowned village in the New Forest

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The Trusty Servant Inn

Lyndhurst

Excellent wines and real ales
Comprehensive food menu
Log fire in the winter
Large outside seating area
Function room facilities
En-suite accommodation

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The Royal Oak

Beaulieu

The Royal Oak at Hilltop Beaulieu dates back to 1848, starting out as a quaint tea room and accommodation for cyclists

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The Rising Sun

New Milton

The Rising Sun, near the market town of New Milton, serves a large range of traditional food ranging from light bites to main meals including the classics as well as a selection of real ales.

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The Bold Forester

Marchwood

Situated on the edge of the beautiful New Forest and in The National Park. The restaurant and bar has been totally refurbished after having been sadly neglected for many years, no longer a carvery but offering fresh homemade dishes.

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The Filly Inn

Setley

Serving freshly cooked food by our talented chefs, delivered by our friendly team all day, everyday. Join us in our cosy bar, slightly more formal restaurant or go Al Fresco! We welcome you if you are passing by after a walk or a cycle and whether…

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Walhampton Arms

Lymington

Set in the stunning New Forest, the Walhampton Arms is just a few minutes from the bustling Georgian market town of Lymington with views of the Isle of Wight across the Solent. It’s the perfect location to relax, explore or stay in in one of our…

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The Kings Arms

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Public House

Lymington

Telephone
01590 381335
The Chequers Inn

Type

Public House

Lymington

Telephone
01590 673415
Inn On The Furlong

Type

Public House

Ringwood

Telephone
01425 475139
The White Buck Inn

Type

Public House

Burley

Telephone
01425 402264