Your 2024 Guide to Dog-Friendly Pubs in Cambridge

June 14, 2024

We cherish being able to bring our people-loving pooch into the community. Whether it's a peaceful walk in Wandlebury Country Park or a fun outing into the centre of Cambridge, our dogs are more than just pets - they're our family. So, what better way to enjoy a day out during the warmer months than to find a pub where our canine companion is just as (well, probably more likely) welcome as we are?

Here's our guide to some amazing dog-friendly pubs where everyone can relax and enjoy.

1. The Eagle

I think we all know the famous drinking and thinking hub where Watson and Crick announced they had discovered 'the secret of life'. However, did you know that it's actually dog-friendly?

An image of the front of the "Eagle" Pub in Cambridge. — The Eagle is a Greene King Pub, located on Bene't Street in Cambridge

2. The Cambridge Brew House

One of my personal favourites is The Cambridge Brew House, which is described as a playful eclectic decor pub with a micro-brewery, featuring home-smoked British tapas and sharing platters. The Cambridge Brew House has indoor and outdoor seating appropriate for both you and your four-legged friends.

An image of the front of the "Brew House" Pub in Cambridge. — The Cambridge Brew House is decidedly one of our favourites for its fun atmosphere.

3. The Free Press

The Free Press is a lovely, dog-friendly and relatively quiet local pub that has outdoor seating and serves food at the bar. This is a great option if you're into clean and presented, but not overly-fancy pubs.

An image of the front of The Free Press Pub in Cambridge. — The Free Press is a century-old pub with a fireplace and an intimate walled garden that welcomes our furry friends.

4. The Punter

Another gem just outside the centre of Cambridge. The Punter is a cosy pub overlooking a secluded garden courtyard, with 1930s-era artwork jumbled about the walls, and is obviously dog-friendly!

An image of the front of The Punter Pub in Cambridge. — The Punter is a cheerfully baggy pub that has a certain scrappy authenticity.

5. Fort Saint George

This place is nice and spacious inside and is dog-friendly. Perfect for our (lacking) sunny days as there is seating both inside and outdoors.

An image of the front of the Fort Saint George Pub in Cambridge. — The Fort Saint George is a traditional English pub dating back to the 16th century with character in Cambridge.

6. The Cambridge Blue

This Cambridge Blue has plenty of outdoor seating and is a great, traditional pub inside. Welcoming well-behaved pooches, it's definitely earned itself a spot on our list of recommendations.