Dog-friendly Bath: things to do in Bath with a dog

Explore this guide to dog-friendly Bath, so that you can enjoy one of England’s most iconic Roman cities with your four-legged friends.

Find a list of the dog-friendly restaurants Bath has to offer, along with pet-friendly cafes, pubs, activities, walks and more.

So, whether you’re house sitting in Bath or you’re welcoming the pet sitters Bath has to offer and you’re making a must-visit list, take a look below.

Dog-friendly restaurants Bath

One of the best ways to experience any city is through the food, so explore our list of dog-friendly places to eat in Bath.

Garrick's Head

The previous home of Beau Nash, this dog-friendly restaurant is steeped in history - step inside for well-reviewed food and a trip back in time.

Location: 7-8, St John's Pl, Bath BA1 1ET

The Marlborough Tavern

If local produce is your thing and open fires are your sort of scenery, check out The Marlborough Tavern - a great place to experience dog-friendly Bath.

Location: 35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath BA1 2LY

The Bath Townhouse, Coppa Club

If you’re looking for the dog-friendly restaurants Bath has to offer that serve up food all day, head to The Bath Townhouse where you’ll find breakfast, late night snacks and everything in between.

Location: 18-19 Old Bond St, Bath BA1 1BP

The Boathouse

And if you’re after dog-friendly restaurants in Bath with a view, check out The Boathouse which sits next to the River Avon.

Location: Newbridge Rd, Bath BA1 3NB

The Hare and Hounds

For a dog-friendly restaurant on Bath’s outskirts with stunning views, head to the Hare and Hounds - a dog-friendly gastropub.

Location: Lansdown Rd, Bath BA1 5TJ

The Salamander

Sit upon church pews with your four-legged friend right next to you in this former chophouse and tuck into traditional, hearty grub.

Location: 3 John St, Bath BA1 2JL

Cosy Club

If you’re after pet-friendly Bath restaurants that are on the quirky side, head to Cosy Club for tapas and grills.

Location: Unit R4, Southgate Place, Bath BA1 1AP

Velo Lounge

Bring your pooch for a casual pit stop and choose from paninis, tapas and other foods from around the world.

Location: 30 Moorland Rd, Bath BA2 3PW

The Pig & Fiddle

If classic pub food and watching sport is your thing, head along to The Pig & Fiddle on Bath’s Saracen Street.

Location: 2 Saracen St, Bath BA1 5BR

Bathampton Mill Bath

Choose from a cross between Mediterranean and British bites and the Bathampton Mill and cosy up with your canine pal next to the log fire.

Location: Mill Ln, Bathampton, Bath BA2 6TS

Dog-friendly pubs Bath

There is nothing quite like a roaring fire, local ale and a pooch by your side - experience dog-friendly Bath with these pubs below.

• Hall and Woodhouse. 1 Old King St, Bath BA1 2JW
• The Marlborough Tavern. 35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath BA1 2LY
• The Raven. 7 Queen St, Bath BA1 1HE
• The Boater. 9 Argyle St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4BQ
• The Pulteney Arms. The Pulteney Arms, 37 Daniel St, Bathwick, Bath BA2 6ND
• The Crystal Palace. 10-11 Abbey Grn, Bath BA1 1NW
• The Huntsman. 1 Terrace Walk, N Parade, Bath BA1 1LJ
• Bath Brew House. 14 James St W, Bath BA1 2BX
• The Bell Inn. 103 Walcot St, Bath BA1 5BW
• Saracens Head. 42 Broad St, Bath BA1 5LP

Dog-friendly cafes Bath

Dog-friendly Bath is best enjoyed in one of the city’s quaint cafes. Tucked away in iconic Bathstone townhouses, you’ll get a quintessentially English experience - order yourself some tea, cake and watch the world go by with your canine companion by your side.

Cafe Lucca

In this dog-friendly cafe Bath has to offer, choose from classic day time bites, homemade cakes and even stop for afternoon tea.

Location: 1-2 Bartlett St, Bath BA1 2QZ

Good Day Cafe

If brunch or baked treats are on your mind, head to Upper Borough Walls to this dog-friendly cafe.

Location: 12 Upper Borough Walls, Bath BA1 1RH

Society Café

If you’re window shopping and need a pit stop, this cafe is right on the high street - the perfect place to watch the hustle and bustle from a cosy coffee shop.

Location: 19 High St, The Corridor, Bath BA1 5AJ

The Courtyard Cafe

If the sun is shining, head to this cafe’s dog-friendly terrace and tuck into the pancakes customers are raving about.

Location: 3 Lilliput Court, Bath BA1 1ND

Adventure

If the walk up to the Royal Crescent Lawns is a little too much for your pooch, stop at Adventure for a bite to eat and a drink before taking on the rest of the hill.

Location: 5, Princes Buildings, George St, Bath BA1 2ED

Wild Cafe

If local, organic ingredients are your thing, head to Wild Cafe for not only great coffee, but also well-thought out plates and of course, staff who’ll welcome your canine companion.

Location: 10a Queen St, Bath BA1 1HE

Picnic Coffee

Sitting just outside of the city’s busy centre, Picnic Coffee is the ideal spot to take a breather and watch the world go by with a coffee in one hand and your furry companion in the other.

Location: 9 Saracen St, Bath BA1 5BR

Roasted Lemon Cafe

If you’re having a stroll around Sydney Gardens, Roasted Lemon Cafe is the ideal spot to stop for a drink and a bite to eat with your four-pawed pal.

Location: Sydney Pl, Bathwick, Bath BA2 6NQ

Lulu Coffee

Love sitting by a window in a cosy corner cafe? Head to the charming Lulu cafe in the centre of town for breakfast plates, lunch staples, coffee and tea.

Location: 1 Hot Bath St, Bath BA1 1SJ

The Proventist

If you live at the top of town (or you’re house sitting in Bath), The Proventist is a light and airy cafe where your canine companion is more than welcome.

Location: One Tram Yard, Walcot St, Bath BA1 5BD

When it comes to dog-friendly Bath, most of the cafes welcome our four-legged friends. The main thing to bear in mind is to make sure you plan ahead and be prepared for a change of hands and rules around dog-friendliness.

Fun dog-friendly things to do in Bath

There are some unexpected dog-friendly places Bath has to offer, so take a look below to plan a canine-friendly day out.

Toppings Book Shop

You haven’t experienced dog-friendly Bath if you haven’t stopped by Toppings Book Shop. Yup, they’re completely dog and cat-friendly, so get lost amongst the shelves, titles and floors of this iconic Bath shop.

Location: York St, Bath BA1 1NG

Visit Bath Abbey Square

While pet dogs aren’t allowed inside Bath Abbey, the square outside is a hub of hustle, bustle and often, live music. Stop at the fudge shop, then take the short walk around the corner and you can take a seat on one of the square’s many benches to enjoy a live street performance.

Location: Bath BA1 1LT

Persephone Books

Bath is a book lover’s paradise, if you hadn’t noticed already. Head along to this spot with your furry friend in tow to marvel and more iconic titles, new and old.

Location: 8, Edgar Buildings, Bath BA1 2EE

The Little Theatre

Need to take cover from the rain, but still want a dog-friendly day out in Bath? Find a dog-friendly screening at this inner city independent cinema.

Location: St. Michaels Place, Bath BA1 1SF

Get a takeaway from Sally Lunn’s

Also a stone’s throw from Bath Abbey Square, Sally Lunn’s is Bath's oldest house (1483). Get a famous Sally Lunn Bun to take away, as dogs aren’t allowed indoors.

Location: 4 N Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX

Visit Cheddar Gorge

If you fancy a day trip, the famous Cheddar Gorge is a 50-minute car journey from Bath’s city centre. Keep your pooch on a lead and enjoy the epic hilly landscape, caves and hiking trails.

Location: Cheddar BS40 7XU

Dog-friendly walks Bath

One way to keep your pooch happy in dog-friendly Bath is to give them a break from the city, a run around in a secure dog park, or a stroll somewhere dog-friendly. 

It’s worth noting that many of Bath’s dog parks are a little out of the city centre, so plan your trip ahead and find the one closest to your home, or where you’re house sitting.

Walkies Secure Dog Paddock

Head up to this Bath dog park for amazing views across Somerset, and let your pooch pal run free (pet parents permitting if you’re house sitting).

Location: Warminster Rd, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 6XJ

Hillcrest Park

Just a 10-minute drive out of the city centre - like many of the dog-friendly walks Bath has to offer, Hillcrest Park is a great spot to play fetch and meet other animal lovers - just one of many dog-friendly hikes Bath and its surrounding areas has to offer.

Location: Hillcrest Dr, Bath BA2 1HF

Royal Victoria Park

These iconic grounds are well worth a visit, just be sure to only enter the park’s dog-friendly zones, and beware your pooch won’t be allowed in the children’s play areas. 

Location: Marlborough Ln, Bath BA1 2NQ

Sydney Gardens

This historic park was built back in the late 18th century, and has an impressive 12 acres for you to explore with your furry friend.

Location: Sydney Pl, Bathwick, Bath BA2 4DB

Royal Crescent Lawns

Take a walk up to the famous Royal Crescent of Bath and let your pooch run on the lawns, play a game of fetch and enjoy a picnic in the sun.

Location: The Royal Crescent, Royal Cres, Bath BA1 2LX

Hedgemead Park

Want a view, and a great green space to walk your furry friend? Head to Hedgemead Park where dogs are allowed, and you can soak up the hillside cityscape.

Location: Lansdown Rd, Bath BA1 5NG

Elizabeth Park

This is a fab open space for dogs to run freely, just as long as their recall training is in check.

Location: 14 Longmead Terrace, Bath BA2 3EH

Henrietta Park

Enjoy this lovely park just outside of the city for a stroll with your furry friends. Just be sure to keep your dog on a lead and always remember to bring poop bags.

Location: Henrietta Rd, Bathwick, Bath BA2 6LY

Tips for pet parents

In pet-friendly Bath, you’ll never be far from a cafe, restaurant or city garden where dogs are welcome. To make sure you’re always abiding by the city’s rules and you’re keeping your pooch as content as can be, take a look below for a few tips.

• Always bring a lead. No matter how well trained your dog is, always keep your dog on a lead when walking around the city. It’s filled with traffic, people and shops where dogs aren’t allowed. So if your pooch needs some off-leash fun, head to one of the city’s green spaces we talked about above.
• Follow park rules. Always check if you’re planning on taking your dog to a new park, and bear in mind that there are rules in place enforced by Bath and North East Somerset District Council, namely that dogs are banned from children’s play areas.
• Plan your trip ahead. If you love nothing more than the idea of relaxing in a coffee shop with your canine friend, call ahead to double check they’re still dog-friendly.
• Plan ahead for your holiday. When planning your next trip, consider what you’ll do about pet care. And as vets agree pets are happiest at home, consider welcoming a verified, in-home Bath pet sitter to care for your furry family in the place they love the most. Click below to find out more.

Tips for pet sitters

Now that you’re all clued-up on the dog-friendly places Bath has to offer, explore a few tips on house sitting in Bath - i.e. the best way for pet lovers to experience any city.

• Follow the dog’s routine. Keep your new pooch pal in the routine they’re used to - that includes feeding, walking and sleep times.
• Plan ahead. If you desperately want to explore the city’s best bits, check with the pet parents that their doggo is happy in big crowds and bustling coffee shops.
• Check local rules. Remember that each city will have their own regulations around where dogs are allowed to go. So always check beforehand, and follow pet parent instructions on local walkies spots.
• Experience Bath through house sitting. So, ready to roam Bath’s iconic streets with a furry friend by your side? Click below to find out how to get your Bath house sitting adventure started.

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