BLACKPOOL’S TOP 15 DOG-FRIENDLY KITTENS

Blackpool, with its iconic tower and colourful lights, is one of Britain’s most popular beach resorts. You won’t need your dance shoes, either, as families enjoy the beach and thrill-seekers head to the Pleasure Beach.

Blackpool is not the most dog-friendly of places, and you may have trouble finding a place to eat without some recommendations, despite the fact that many families flock there over the summer. We did some research and came up with a list of 15 bars and cafés in Blackpool that welcome dogs.

HIGHLANDS PUB

The Highlands Pub was one of the few Blackpool watering holes that welcome four-legged friends, and the proprietor was known to lavish plenty of affection on any dog that happened to wander through the door. After a stroll down the promenade or a trip on the front’s tram, you and your family can “pup” in.

On a regular basis, the bar will sell bags of dog treats for a pound, with all proceeds going to the RSPCA. So that your dog can have their own goodies at the bar while also helping other dogs.

206 Queen’s Promenade, Postal Zip: FY2 9JS
Daily hours are from 12:00 p.m. to 23:00 p.m.

THE GYNN

If you’re looking for a Blackpool pub that allows dogs inside as well as in the garden, go no further than The Gynn. There are no water dishes, but dog biscuits are sometimes provided, so it might be even more dog-friendly.

Humans can get their fill of alcohol, and the pub food is reasonably priced and served in generous servings, so there may be scraps left over for Fido.

341 Dickson Road, Unit 2 (FY1-2)

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Hours of Operation: Sunday – Thursday, 11:30 – 23:00 and Friday – Saturday, 11:30 – 01:00

ALBERT’S ALE MICROPUB

While Albert’s Ales Micropub may be small in stature, its spirit and beer selection are everything but. Real ale, cider, and a wide variety of Belgian beers and other alcoholic beverages are just the tip of the iceberg.

They place a premium on using local suppliers and try to get as much as they can from within a 50-mile radius. The lack of live music and full meals makes this Blackpool watering hole perfect for mingling, as do the many bar snacks and welcoming locals.

Postal Code: FY1 4PW, 117 Albert Road
Visit their website to learn about their hours of operation.

THE BLOOMFIELD BREWHOUSE

The Bloomfield Brewhouse is a great pub for those in the area. The beer selection at this Blackpool watering hole is excellent, and it even includes the house-brewed Ansdell 47.

Beer isn’t your thing? No worries, there’s plenty of wine and spirits, as well as hearty pub food, to keep you toasty while you watch the fire crackle. This Blackpool bar welcomes four-legged guests, and even has pet-friendly rooms for those who stay overnight.

47 Ansdell Road, Postal Code:FY1 6PW
Daily hours are 11:00-20:00.

THE MILLER ARMS

The Miller Arms in Poulton Le Fylde is a great local watering hole if you ever find yourself outside of the city proper. This hidden gem is a country-style gastropub with a warm and welcoming environment and delicious food, making it a welcome alternative to the standard bars and restaurants in the neighbourhood. It is conveniently located near the river and the campground, making it the perfect spot for a pint after a day of outdoor activities.

In addition to allowing dogs inside, this establishment also provides complimentary dog treats and water dishes.

Weeton Road, Singleton, FY6 8LL is the address.
Times of operation: 12 noon – 11 pm daily

THE LITTLE BLACK PUG BAR

In a short amount of time, the Little Black Pug gained a paws-ome reputation as one of the hippest and nicest hangouts in town. The staff will bring out water dishes and goodies, and you can even get your dog some doggy beer to treat him or her to for being such a good dog inside and out.

Built on the site of a former Catholic school, it now features one of the city’s best selections of whiskey, gin, and vodka (among other alcoholic beverages), with over 60 different bottles available.

Mailing Address: 13 Talbot Road, Postal Code: FY1 1LB
Different hours of operation; see their Facebook page for details.

THE BULL HOTEL

The Bull Hotel is further out of town, but well worth the drive because to its slower pace, friendly residents, and highly family and dog-friendly attitude, as opposed to The Bull by the beach, which isn’t friendly at all.

The staff is friendly and will attempt to get a treat for your dog, but if you’re hungry, they have a tonne of tasty options, including nduja-loaded fries, that will satisfy your hunger pangs.

Two Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-le-Fylde, FY6 7DH
Hours of operation are as follows: Monday and Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to midnight, Tuesday through Wednesday, and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to midnight, and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

THE SHOVELS

With designated spaces just for customers who bring their dogs, The Shovels is a popular watering hole in Blackpool. While you enjoy a delicious dinner from the smokey, BBQ-inspired cuisine, your dog may relax and enjoy some free water and goodies.

If hunger strikes, there are even food challenges that may prove too much for even the heartiest eaters.

Marton Moss Side, 260 Common Edge Road, Postal Code: FY4 5DH
Store Hours: Sunday – Thursday 12:00 – 23:00, Friday – Saturday 12:00 – 00:00

RAIKES HALL HOTEL & PUB

Although Raikes Hall is currently a tavern, it was formerly a convent, and legend has it that a nun drowned in the garden lake and haunts the grounds at night. A ghost search is as good an excuse as any to stay out late and have a drink, so you might as well stick out until the sun goes down.

During the day, though, this is one of the friendliest watering holes in all of Blackpool, and your entire family is welcome inside (so long as the canine members of the group remain leashed).

Liverpool Road, Postal Zip Code: FY1 4HE
Sundays through Thursdays, 13:00-22:00; Fridays and Saturdays, 13:00-23:00

CAFE CHICCO

Cafe Chicco is located in the Solaris Centre, which is conveniently located near the dog-friendly portion of the beach, making it the ideal location to “pup” in and warm uck after a day of paddling and walking your dog in the salty air.

There’s a wide selection of hot and cold beverages, as well as great sandwiches, but the breakfast is what really sets this place apart; it may even be the best in all of Blackpool! The best part is that canine family members are welcome inside.

It is located at New South Promenade, postcode FY4 1RW.
Open 09:30-17:00 daily.

THE DUNES

The Dunes is a lovely neighbourhood bar that happens to be part of the Greene King network, so you can expect a wide variety of drinks and pub standards on the menu.

This Blackpool watering hole welcomes families and their four-legged pals, and the bartenders and wait staff are constantly on hand to pamper the animals and provide them with food and water.

Postal code: FY4 1SA, 561 Lytham Road
Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 12:00 – 23:00, and Friday – Saturday, 12:00 – 23:30

1887 THE BREW ROOM

Blackpool’s first full-size brewery pub, The Brew Room, is also one of the city’s most charming watering holes, located not far from the North Pier and the world-famous Winter Gardens.

In-house made and carefully curated guest brews combine to deliver a staggering selection of craft beers and true ales. You can also get some tasty soul food, such as footlong smokes, the cheesiest pizzas ever, and some nachos to snack on.

Dogs are welcome at any time, however kids are only allowed in during the day.

Postal Code: FY1 3NU 139 Church Street
Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. – 23 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. – midnight

HALF WAY HOUSE

The Half Way House is ideally located for tired travellers and adrenaline junkies, being right next to the airport and within a five-minute drive of the pleasure beach.

If you’re looking for a dog-friendly pub in Blackpool, go no further. Fido is welcome everywhere in the pub, from the newly remodelled bar to the spacious outdoor patio.

The personnel here is among the friendliest and most helpful you’ll find anywhere, and they never fail to smile and greet new customers with enthusiasm.

Mailing address: St. Anne’s Road, FY4 2QL
Every day from 11:30 to 23:00

THE SPEN DYKE PUB

The Spen Dyke recently changed hands, and the new owners have spent much on a renovation that has left locals raving.

Only a minute’s walk from the Pleasure Beach, this enormous yet lovely bar welcomes families and their furry friends inside for dinner after a day at the fair, or to fuel up on a hearty breakfast before a day of exploring the coast.

Postal Code: FY4 1JE, Lytham Road
Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., weekends from 9 a.m. to midnight, and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.

LANE ENDS

The Lane Ends Pub is conveniently located just a short stroll from Crossland Road Park, where you and Fido can enjoy a stroll or a game of fetch.

It’s a real neighbourhood watering hole, perfect for catching up with neighbours over a pint, getting in on the darts or karaoke action, or just relaxing in front of the TV to watch the game. This Blackpool tavern is dog-friendly but unfortunately does not admit children.

57 Hawes Side Lane, Postal Code: FY4 4AP
Open daily from 11 a.m. until midnight