Essex, with its diverse landscapes and vibrant communities, is an ideal destination for dog owners seeking enjoyable outings.
The county boasts a fantastic selection of dog-friendly pubs, ensuring that both you and your furry friend can relax and have a good time.
These establishments cater to pet owners by offering amenities like water bowls, treats, and sometimes even dedicated dog menus.
Whether you’re exploring the scenic coastline, wandering through historic towns, or enjoying the lush countryside, you’ll find plenty of welcoming dog-friendly pubs in Essex.
These pubs provide a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure with your dog.
From traditional village inns with cozy nooks to modern gastro pubs with spacious gardens, Essex’s dog-friendly pubs are committed to making every guest, human or canine, feel right at home.
Enjoy a memorable experience in Essex, where your pet is always welcome.
Dog Friendly Pubs in Essex
The Queens Head Inn
Location : The Hythe, Maldon CM9 5HN
The Queens Head Inn is a family friendly pub and restaurant set on the Blackwater river.
Eat and drink freshly cooked food, and selection of real ales whilst sitting in the large patio situated next to the water.
Dogs on leads are very welcome in both of the bar areas but not in the restaurant.
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The Anchor Danbury
Location : Runsell Green, Danbury, Chelmsford CM3 4QZ
The Anchor in Danbury is the epitome of an English Country Inn, boasting beautiful traditional beams.
Shining brass and a warm welcoming atmosphere which has made this pub a firm favourite.
They have a large garden with a fun children’s play area, and dogs are welcome at the pub.
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The White Hart
Location : Nayland Road, West Bergholt, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3DD
The team welcomes you to the White Hart, to enjoy a freshly prepared meal with a few drinks in this warm friendly welcoming pub.
This pub is child and dog friendly, they have a large beautiful garden with a play area.
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The Old Windmill
Location : South Hanningfield, South CM3 8HT
The Old Windmill has been serving food and ale to locals since at least 1799.
They have wood fires, flagstone floors and oak beams abound. The old Windmill is also dog friendly.
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The Hoop
Location : 21 High St, Stock, Ingatestone CM4 9BD
The Hoop offers an award-winning selection of gastro pub food, real ales and wines from around the world, all served in a pleasant, traditional pub setting.
Dogs are welcome in the hoop garden. Please bring your own dog bowl and they are happy to supply lots of water.
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The Viper
Location : Mill Green Rd, Mill Green, Ingatestone CM4 0PT
The Viper pub has a large outside garden area with benches.
This is a very dog friendly pub which also has beer festivals which are held every May and August.
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The Leather Bottle
Location : Horsefayre Green, Blackmore, CM4 0RL
This pub offers a comfortable bar area with an award-winning selection of real ales, ciders and lagers and fine wines.
As a family friendly restaurant, they also welcome four-legged friends into the bar area and garden.
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The Alma Inn
Location : 25 King’s Head St, Harwich CO12 3EE
The Alma Inn and Dining Rooms has been at the centre of Harwich life since the 1850s.
Four legged friends are very welcome to enjoy a well-deserved break with their much loved humans.
With a comfy dog bed, water bowl and they always have dog treats on hand.
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The Plough
Location : High Street, Debden, Saffron Walden, CB11 3LE
The Plough in Debden has a dog friendly bar area so feel free to drop in for a drink and a bite to eat (limited tables in bar) after your walk, which the village has access to many of.
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The Owl
Location : Lippitts Hill, Waltham Abbey, Loughton IG10 4AL
Built in 1776, The Owl has been a McMullens pub since 1898. The Owl boasts a large bar and dining area, a private function room.
A very large garden with plenty of benches, covered outdoor tables, patio, children’s play area and a huge BBQ for Al fresco dining.
They are family friendly and welcome your four legged friends.
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The Fox Inn
Location : The Green, Matching Tye, Harlow CM17 0QS
The Fox Inn is an 18th Century pub, set in the village of Matching Tye in the Essex countryside.
There is a spacious beer garden which is perfect for enjoying the beautiful British summer and the accommodation at the rear of the pub makes for a quiet country getaway. This pub is dog friendly.
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The Sun Inn
Location : High St, Dedham, Colchester CO7 6DF
This coaching inn has meandering floors, an elm bar, a thick beamed open dining room and an oak panelled snug with bespoke furniture and fabrics.
The front bar and oak room lounge are dog friendly but they do not book tables in these areas.
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The Fox & Raven
Location : Barnes Mill Rd, Chelmsford CM2 6NL
Whether you’re planning dinner with friends, Sunday lunch with family or simply popping in for a well-earned pint after walking your four-legged friend.
Book your table online and enjoy some quality time at The Fox & Raven in Chelmsford.
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Lobster Smack
Location : Haven Rd, Canvey Island SS8 0NR
The Lobster Smack in Canvey Island has had a huge refurbishment.
Well behaved dogs are welcome in the beer garden and bar area, so you can enjoy our fantastic pub with your four-legged friend.
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The Dog & Duck
Location : 58 Lower Street, Stansted Mountfitchet, CM24 8LR
The Dog and Duck is a picturesque village pub located in the heart of Stansted Mountfitchet.
Dogs are welcomed into the public bar as well as in the large rear, enclosed garden.
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New Bell Inn
Location : Harwich CO12 3EN
The New Bell Inn is a freehouse offering a range of cask and keg beers, ciders, wines and low alcohol drinks.
They have a beer garden and seating at the front in the warmer weather.
This pub is dog friendly and also has lots of activities going on throughout the week.
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Forest Gate Inn
Location : 111 Bell Common, Epping CM16 4DZ
On the edge of Epping Forest, the Forest Gate Inn is an old fashioned pub in a 17th century building with low ceilings and flag floors.
It is frequented by locals, walkers and their dogs.
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The Golden Lion
Location : 35 North St, Rochford SS4 1AB
Enjoy our wide range of ales in the traditional surroundings of one of the oldest pubs in Essex.
The pub is at the heart of our community and the customers and dogs love to gather in The Golden Lion.
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Looking for Dog Friendly Pubs in nearby counties, check out Dog Friendly Pubs in Norfolk and Dog Friendly Pubs in Suffolk.