Dog-Friendly Stroud | Places to Eat in Stroud

Live in Gloucestershire with a furry friend? Or maybe you’re house sitting in Stroud or welcoming a pet sitter soon. Either way, you might want to know what there is to do with dogs locally.

Below find the ultimate guide to dog-friendly Stroud. Explore for a list of places to eat in Stroud, along with dog-friendly cafes, pubs and dog walks Stroud has to offer.

Places to eat in Stroud with dogs

Looking for a restaurant in Stroud that’ll welcome your pooch? No worries - the town is bursting at the seams with places to eat that love both two and four-legged customers. So notepads at the ready - find a list of well-reviewed dog-friendly restaurants Gloucester’s Stroud below. And as always, call beforehand to double check they still welcome dogs.

The Old Fleece

Like many pubs in the Cotswolds, The Old Fleece celebrates seasonal ingredients. So, why not check this spot out for an upmarket meal that’s just outside of the town centre?

Location: Rooksmoor Hill, North Woodchester, Stroud GL5 5NB

The Corner House

For places to eat in the heart of Stroud, head to The Corner House where lunch and dinner is taken seriously. Choose from the likes of cheese soufflé, indulgent sharing platters and slow-cooked meats.

Location: 6 Union St, Stroud GL5 2HE

The Black Horse Inn

Incredible views of the Gloucestershire countryside and hearty pub grub in a 1600s building, anyone? Stop for a Sunday roast, local ale and cosy vibes after a dog walk near Stroud.

Location: Littleworth, Amberley, Stroud GL5 5AL

The Woolpack Inn

With a lounge bar for real ales and bar food, and a dining room available for sit-down dinners, eating out with your furry friends certainly won’t disappoint at The WoolPack Inn. Try their sausage rolls in the bar or indulge in chops, sausages or mackerel in the dining room.

Location: Slad Rd, Slad, Stroud GL6 7QA

Falafel Mama

Fancy a lighter lunch with your furry friend? Head to Falafel Mama, where you’ll find salad boxes, homemade falafel, and organic drinks - like their homemade lemonade.

Location: 6, Cotswold Chambers, 1 London Rd, Stroud GL5 2AA

Jrool Bistro

Want to treat yourself, and your furry friend? Head to Jrool, Stroud and choose from the bistro’s menu items of lamb shank, indulgent burgers and moules frites. Sit at the spot’s outdoor seating area or cosy up indoors.

Location: 12 Union St, Stroud GL5 2HE

Dog-friendly cafes in Stroud, Gloucestershire

Want somewhere low-key to have lunch, or need a dog-friendly place for your morning coffee run? Find a list of pet-friendly cafes in Stroud below.

Woodruffs Cafe

Looking for a well-reviewed local cafe in Stroud where you can relax with your furry friend? Stop at Woodruffs Cafe which is totally dog-friendly (if you can’t tell by the name). Choose from traditional coffees, plus lunch treats like stir fry, sweetcorn fritters and of course, eggs every way for breakfast.

Location: 24 High St, Stroud GL5 1AJ

Lavender Bakehouse and Coffee Shop

For a dog-friendly cafe in Stroud that’s serious about their cakes, head to Lavender Bakehouse - which was once a historic grain store. This place celebrates locally-sourced ingredients, and dogs are allowed indoors.

Location: 20 London Rd, Chalford, Stroud GL6 8NW

Simple Cafe and Kitchen

Claimed to be the best coffee in town, this spot offers up delicious Italian roasts along with pastries and lunch dishes that celebrate the flavours of Greece.

Location: 2 Nelson St, Stroud GL5 2HL

Little Ginger Cafe and Deli

Whether you’re in the mood for afternoon tea, a jaw-dropping sharing platter or a simple sit down coffee, check out this family-run, dog-friendly deli in the heart of Stroud.

Location: 1 Kendrick St, Stroud GL5 1AQ

Kitsch Coffee and Wine Bar

Wine bar next to the water, anyone? Stop for a coffee break with your furry friend or choose a wine that takes your fancy.

Location: Ebley, Stroud GL5 4UQ

Dog-friendly pubs in Stroud

Looking for good food pubs in the Cotswolds? Look no further than Stroud and the surrounding countryside. The English countryside is bursting with historic, traditional pubs serving up real ale, wines and pub grub with a backdrop of open fires and rolling hills. So without any further ado explore, these dog-friendly pubs in Gloucester’s Stroud below.

The Clothier’s Arms

Looking for a cosy pub in Stroud to relax with a glass of wine or local ale and a bite to eat, with your canine companion by your side? Choose from hearty classics like beer battered fish and chips, chicken curry and chilli.

Location: 1 Bath Rd, Stroud GL5 3JJ

Prince Albert Inn

Whether it’s live music, stand-up comedy, real ale or pub grub you’re after, stop at the Prince Albert Inn for an evening out with your canine companion.

Location: Rodborough Hill, Stroud GL5 3SS

The Weighbridge Inn

Fancy relaxing by an open fire with your pooch on your lap, a local ale in hand and traditional pub food on the way? Check out The Weighbridge Inn and indulge in their specialist pie menu.

Location: Longfords, Stroud GL6 9AL

The Ram Inn

Pop along to the gastropub that caters for both meat eaters, vegetarians and those needing a gluten-free menu.

Location: The Ridge, Bussage, Stroud GL6 8BB

The Bowbridge Arms

Whether you’re looking for somewhere close to the town centre that serves Sunday roasts, mulled wine or a simple pint of ale, stop by The Bowbridge Arms on London Road.

Location: London Rd, Stroud GL5 2AY

Dog walks near Stroud

It’s not a day out with your pooch if you haven’t got a walk planned! Luckily, Stroud is surrounded by the gorgeous Gloucestershire countryside and is inundated with places to walk your dog. Take a look below for a few ideas on where to walk your furry friend near Stroud.

Minchinhampton and Rodborough Commons

As one of the largest grasslands in the Cotswolds area, you and your furry friends need to get to know Minchinhampton and Rodborough Commons. With 182.7 hectares of green space to roam, you and your pup will be spoilt for choice at this National Trust reserve.

Location: Stroud GL5 5BZ

Selsey Common

Stick to the footpaths and enjoy Gloucester’s rolling hills at Selsey Common nature reserve - the perfect spot to roam before a Sunday roast.

Location: Stroud GL5 5LH

Stratford Park

Sucker for water views? Head to Stratford Park with your furry friend on a lead and wander around the lake and grounds.

Location: 31 Stratford Rd, Stroud GL5 4AJ

Woodchester Park

Get into nature with your furry best pal at Woodchester Park - just be sure to plan your visit ahead of time, as some areas require dogs to stay on a lead.

Location: Tinkley Lane Nympsfield, near, Stonehouse GL10 3UH

Cotswold Way

You might know that Stroud is surrounded by what is known as the Cotswold Way - a 102-mile long footpath that offers up breathtaking views of the English countryside. Be sure to keep your dog on a lead where there is livestock to avoid disruption.

Location: Cotswold Way, Gloucestershire

Haresfield Beacon and Standish Wood

Just a 12-minute drive from Stroud town centre, Haresfield Beacon is the ideal place to get some country air with your pooch.

Location: Cotswold Way, Stonehouse GL10 3ES

Selsey Common, Stroud

Tips for pet parents

So you’re all set to have a day out in dog-friendly Stroud - follow our tips below for keeping your pup happy while you’re both in and out of town.

Check with local business owners. There are various dog-friendly restaurants, cafes, and pubs in Stroud, but always call ahead to check they’re still open to four-legged customers.
Go to a traditional pub. Stroud is steeped in history, so be sure to check out a local pub or stop by a new one while walking your dog.
Get your holiday pet care sorted. Stroud is packed with dog walks, restaurants and pubs that welcome dogs, so why not keep them at home where they’re happiest, during your next holiday? Click below to find out how to connect with a verified, in-home pet sitter.

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Tips for pet sitters

So, fancy exploring the Gloucestershire countryside, or sitting by an open fire in a historic pub with a new pet pal? Sounds like it’s time to get your Stroud house sitting adventure started.

Chat with locals. One of the best things about house sitting is living like a local in novel locations, so chat to residents in a nearby pub or cafe to get to know the place.
Get into Gloucestershire’s countryside. Stroud is surrounded by rolling hills and historic buildings, so enjoy a dog walk each day to get into nature and enjoy rural England.
Experience Stroud through house sitting. Fancy swapping in-home pet care for a place to stay in the heart of historic Stroud? Click below to find out how it works.

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