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Photo: Newcastle Quayside and the Tyne bridges by Clive Nicholson, CC BY-SA 2.0
Newcastle's Quayside and city centre, the Ouseburn valley and Jesmond Dene, then out to the coast at Tynemouth, Whitley Bay, South Shields and Sunderland, and up the Derwent valley to Gibside. Several beaches here close to dogs from 1 May to 30 September, and the dates and zones are on each beach listing. Dogs ride the Metro free, on a lead.
Hotels, inns and places to stay in Newcastle & Tyne & Wear
9 placesPubs and cafés in Newcastle & Tyne & Wear
80 placesDays out in Newcastle & Tyne & Wear
21 placesSee all dog-friendly pubs with rooms in Newcastle & Tyne & Wear
Confirmed by venue or Official dog policy the place told us its dog rules, or we checked its own published policy. Dog friendly per CAMRA (or a tourist board) means a trusted guide lists it as dog friendly; each listing says which.
We check every dog rule at the source: the place's own website, the booking page for each cottage, or trusted guides like CAMRA. Each listing tells you which.
- Hotel · Newcastle
Crowne Plaza Newcastle Stephenson Quarter
Dog roomsOfficial dog policyFour star hotel by Central Station in the Stephenson Quarter, with a spa.
Source: Crowne Plaza (IHG) hotel amenities page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Hotel · Newcastle
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Dog roomsOfficial dog policyFour star hotel in the former Scottish & Newcastle Brewery near St James' Park.
Source: Sandman Signature Newcastle, pet staycations page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Hotel · Newcastle
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre
Dog roomsOfficial dog policyA budget hotel on Waterloo Square near St James' Boulevard, a short walk from Central Station and the city centre.
Source: IHG pet friendly hotels in Newcastle · checked 29 Oct 2026
Photo: Oliver Dixon, 2023, CC BY-SA 2.0 Seaburn Inn
Dog roomsOfficial dog policySeafront hotel and pub across the road from Seaburn beach, with all day food.
Source: Inn Collection Group: Seaburn Inn · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Hotel · Newcastle
Staybridge Suites Newcastle
Dog roomsDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadAn apartment style hotel on Buxton Street with kitchens in the rooms, close to the Quayside and the Ouseburn.
Source: NewcastleGateshead where to stay, dog friendly · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Hotel · Newcastle
Malmaison Newcastle
Dog roomsDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA boutique hotel on the Quayside by the Millennium Bridge, with a brasserie and bar looking over the Tyne.
Source: NewcastleGateshead where to stay, dog friendly · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Hotel · Newcastle
Motel One Newcastle
Dog roomsDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA design hotel on High Bridge in the middle of the city, close to Grey Street and the Theatre Royal.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly places to visit, city centre · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Hotel · Newcastle
Grey Street Hotel
Dog roomsDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA boutique hotel in a listed building on Grey Street, in the heart of Newcastle's Grainger Town.
Source: NewcastleGateshead where to stay, dog friendly · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
City Tavern
Dogs insideOfficial dog policyHistoric city centre pub off Northumberland Street, first opened 1923, food, drinks and events.
Source: City Tavern website · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · West Jesmond
Lonsdale
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyGreene King pub in West Jesmond with pub classics, live sport and a beer garden.
Source: Greene King, Lonsdale Hotel page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Gosforth
County
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyHistoric 19th century pub on Gosforth High Street with pizzas, a beer garden and sport.
Source: Greene King, County page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Junction
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyA Greene King pub restaurant at the Haymarket on Percy Street, handy for the universities and Exhibition Park.
Source: Greene King, Junction page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Crows Nest
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyHistoric pub opposite St Thomas' Church with food, sport and function rooms.
Source: Greene King, Crows Nest page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub with rooms · Heaton
Corner House Hotel
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyFlame grill pub and hotel in Heaton with a beer garden and sport.
Source: Flaming Grill, Corner House Hotel page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Kenton
Duke of Wellington
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyA Flaming Grill pub on Kenton Lane in Kenton, with grill food, drinks and live sport.
Source: Flaming Grill, Duke of Wellington page · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Westerhope
Jingling Gate
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyA Greene King pub restaurant on the Stamfordham Road at the western edge of Newcastle, serving classic pub dishes.
Source: Greene King, Jingling Gate page · checked 29 Oct 2026
Photo: Geoff Holland, 2023, CC BY-SA 2.0 The Tynemouth Castle Inn
Dog roomsOfficial dog policyBig Inn Collection inn on the seafront by Longsands (formerly the Park Hotel), food all day from breakfast.
Source: Inn Collection Group, Tynemouth Castle Inn rooms page · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Tynemouth
Turks Head (The Stuffed Dog)
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyBusy Front Street pub famous for the stuffed dog in a glass case, live sport and a real fire.
Source: Greene King, Turks Head find us page · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · North Shields
The Gunner
Dog friendlyOfficial dog policyGreene King local in North Shields with a beer garden, pool and live sport.
Source: Greene King, Gunner find us page · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Heaton
Northumberland Hussar
Dogs insideGardenDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA Heaton local just off Chillingham Road, with food, sport on TV, a beer garden and a separate bar.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly pubs · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Gosforth
Brandling Villa
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadPub, kitchen and brewery in South Gosforth with a garden and real fire.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly pubs · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Bridge Tavern
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA brewpub tucked under the Tyne Bridge on Akenside Hill, with its own beers, food and a sunny terrace.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly pubs · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Redhouse
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA pie, mash and ale house on Sandhill by the Quayside, with a real fire, a separate bar and a small garden.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly pubs · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
The Cluny
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA bar and music venue in an old mill building on Lime Street in the Ouseburn valley, with gigs most nights.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly pubs · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Gosforth
Three Mile
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadGastro pub in Gosforth with a garden, Sunday lunch and live music.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly pubs · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
The Ship Inn
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadOne of Newcastle's oldest pubs, by Ouseburn Farm, with a garden.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly Quayside · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Cumberland Arms
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAHistoric Ouseburn pub with live music, a garden and real fire.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Tyne Bar
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAIndependent pub and free gig venue where the Ouseburn meets the Tyne.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Byker
Free Trade Inn
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAClassic real ale pub with famous river views, garden and real fire.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Byker Bridge
Tanners Arms
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAPub at the gateway to the Ouseburn with music, roasts and vegan options.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Town Mouse Ale House
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAA small basement bar on St Mary's Place near the Haymarket, pouring local ales, British ciders and bottles from around the world.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Town Wall
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAA pub on Pink Lane by Central Station with food, cask ales and local beers, next to a stretch of the old town wall.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Newcastle
Newcastle Arms
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAReal ale pub near St James' Park, known locally as the Top Arms. Closed Mondays.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Heaton
Tipsy Toad
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAA small bar on Heaton Road with cask ale and games, open from mid afternoon every day.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Brandling Village
Collingwood Arms
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAA village local in Brandling Village, Jesmond, with lunches, cask ale and a garden.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Pub · Jesmond Vale
Blue Bell
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAPub with food and garden in Jesmond Vale, near Armstrong Park.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Restaurant · Newcastle
Blackfriars Restaurant
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadRestaurant and Parlour Bar in a 13th century friary, open since 2001.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly places to visit, city centre · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Café · Newcastle
Caffe 1901 Deli (Manors)
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadAn Italian style café and deli on New Bridge Street at Manors, close to the Metro.
Source: NewcastleGateshead business directory · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Café · Newcastle
Dog & Scone dog café
No dogs insideDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA café on Pudding Chare with its own resident dogs, where visitors pay for a session to meet them.
Source: NewcastleGateshead · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Café · Cullercoats
The Boatyard
Dog friendlyDog friendly per its operator's pageIndependent seafront brunch and seafood spot on Cullercoats Bay since 2015, open daily 8:45 to 17:00.
Source: The Boatyard page (operator website, friendsaction.co.uk) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Whitley Bay
Dog & Rabbit
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAMicropub with its own microbrewery in a former clothes shop on Park View. Closed Mondays.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Tynemouth
The Priory
Dog friendlyDog friendly per Visit North TynesideFront Street pub with live music Thursday to Sunday, a real fire and weekend breakfasts from 9am.
Source: Visit North Tyneside (North Tyneside Council) · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Ardfern, 2025, CC BY-SA 4.0 Queens Head
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAComfortable local with a separate dining room, pool and a garden.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Tynemouth
The Dolphin (Top Dolphin)
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRADistinctive pub with several small rooms, a family room, real fire and a restaurant at the back.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Jim Osley, 2018, CC BY-SA 2.0 Cumberland Arms
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAThree floor Front Street pub reopened in 2021, known for food and Sunday lunch.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Tynemouth
Barca Art Bar
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRASmall European style bar with an upstairs restaurant, local ales.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Tynemouth
Lola Jeans Tynemouth
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRACocktail bar and kitchen through an archway off Front Street, reclaimed furniture, local ales.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Andrew Curtis, 2013, CC BY-SA 2.0 Low Lights Tavern
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAFree house believed to have been an alehouse for over 400 years, three rooms, real fire, live music.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Geoff Holland, 2024, CC BY-SA 2.0 Left Luggage Room
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAMicropub in the old left luggage room of Monkseaton Metro station, step free.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Whitley Bay
Tavern & Galley
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAPub restaurant on The Links near St Mary's, reopened under this name in November 2023, six local ales and a garden.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Whitley Bay
Red House Farm
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRALarge modern estate pub on the west side of Whitley Bay.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Café · Cullercoats
Brown's Salt House
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRARelaxed bistro and cake stop overlooking Cullercoats Bay that turns into a bar in the evening.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Gateshead
Central
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadGrade II listed wedge shaped Victorian pub by the High Level Bridge with a restored Buffet Bar, rooftop terrace and live music.
Source: NewcastleGateshead: Dog friendly pubs in Newcastle and Gateshead (also CAMRA WhatPub: Dog Friendly) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Gateshead (South Shore)
Schooner
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAOld school riverside boozer on the south bank with changing cask ales, home cooked food and live music at weekends.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Schooner, Gateshead (South Shore) · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Andrew Curtis, 2012, CC BY-SA 2.0 Black Bull
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadTraditional two room local by the Keelman's Way and a nature reserve, with a riverside beer garden, real fires and monthly bands.
Source: NewcastleGateshead: Dog friendly pubs in Newcastle and Gateshead (also CAMRA WhatPub 193196: Dog Friendly) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Low Fell
Beer Drop
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRASmall craft beer bar in a former shop on the Low Fell strip with eight keg taps.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Beer Drop, Low Fell · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Low Fell
Victoria
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRATwo hundred year old pub with an 1810 fireplace, big gin list, restaurant and outdoor drinking areas front and back.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Victoria, Low Fell · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Low Fell
Black Horse
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRALong running community local with a narrow public bar, lively back lounge and heated outdoor areas.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Black Horse, Low Fell · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Whickham
One Eyed Stag
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAMicropub on Whickham's square with four handpumps of local micro brewery beer.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: One Eyed Stag, Whickham · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Oliver Dixon, 2016, CC BY-SA 2.0 Half Moon
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAVillage local in Old Ryton with a locals' public bar, pool room, restaurant and summer barbecues on the back patio.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Half Moon, Ryton · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Ryton
Lane Head
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRASingle room micropub with a big front window, small back garden and beer from nearby Thirsty Moose.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Lane Head, Ryton · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: JThomas, 2018, CC BY-SA 2.0 Bamburgh
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAGreene King pub near the Great North Run finish with a sea facing garden and all day food.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Bamburgh, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Shields
Ship & Royal
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRABig corner pub at the town end of Ocean Road, one room split by pillars with a snug at the back.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Ship & Royal, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Shields
Marine
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRA1868 free house opposite Marine Park near the seafront, with six or more changing cask ales and real ciders.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Marine, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Shields
Stags Head
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRA1897 town centre pub with two bars stacked one above the other and a National Inventory historic interior.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Stags Head, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Shields
Cyprus
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAImposing red brick former Cameron's corner local on the South Tyneside heritage list.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Cyprus, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Shields
Log Fire Pizza Co
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAOld Mill Dam pub reborn as a pizza restaurant with a bar where drinkers are still welcome, near the Customs House.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Log Fire Pizza Co, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · South Shields
Shenanigans
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAIrish themed bar on the Mill Dam a short walk from the Customs House and the river.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Shenanigans, South Shields · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Cleadon
Cottage Tavern
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRATraditional village local by Cleadon's duck pond serving Timothy Taylor Landlord, with a Monday quiz.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Cottage Tavern, Cleadon · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: JThomas, 2018, CC BY-SA 2.0 Black Bull
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAFront Street local with an L shaped room, two bay windows and cask ale, buses outside.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Black Bull, East Boldon · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · East Boldon
Beggar's Bridge Pub & Kitchen
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRARoomy pub next to East Boldon Metro with a garden, three changing ales and live music Thursday to Sunday.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Beggar's Bridge Pub & Kitchen, East Boldon · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Jarrow (East Fellgate)
Lakeside Inn
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAFood led family roadside pub off the A184 with a big car park.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Lakeside Inn, Jarrow (East Fellgate) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Hebburn
Piano Lounge & Restaurant
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAItalian piano lounge and restaurant in the old Riverside Inn, open for drinks as well as meals.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Piano Lounge & Restaurant, Hebburn · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Stanley Howe, 2011, CC BY-SA 2.0 Jolly Sailor
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAThree room village pub with a historic interior and three changing ales at the centre of Whitburn.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Jolly Sailor, Whitburn · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Whitburn
Blue's Micro Pub
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAFriendly little micropub in Whitburn village with up to four local cask ales and six real ciders, extra seats upstairs.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Blue's Micro Pub, Whitburn · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Ian S, 2013, CC BY-SA 2.0 Regale Tavern
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAOne of Sunderland's oldest pubs, dating from 1834, with sports TV, a short walk east of the city centre.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Regale Tavern, Sunderland (Hendon) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Sunderland
Ship Isis
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAGrade II listed 1885 Victorian pub restored by Jarrow Brewery, with seven handpulls and a Monday quiz.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Ship Isis, Sunderland · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Jonathan Thacker, 2009, CC BY-SA 2.0 Dun Cow
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAOrnate Grade II listed Edwardian pub next to the Empire Theatre, pouring North East micro brewery ales.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Dun Cow, Sunderland · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Sunderland
Canny Lad
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRAThe old Fitzgeralds, relaunched in 2025 as an Irish bar with six handpumps, a games room and a small sunny garden.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Canny Lad, Sunderland · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Café · Sunderland (Sunniside)
Diegos Joint
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRACafe bar in the Sunniside quarter with a big drinks list.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Diegos Joint, Sunderland (Sunniside) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Sunderland (Sheepfolds)
Pit Pony
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRATwo floor bar in the Sheepfolds Stables courtyard near the Stadium of Light, with shared covered outdoor seating.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Pit Pony, Sunderland (Sheepfolds) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Sunderland (Roker)
Avenue
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRABack street local near the Stadium of Light with three cask ales, up to 18 real ciders and a beer garden.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Avenue, Sunderland (Roker) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Fulwell
Grange
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRABig 1930s dining pub by Fulwell Windmill with all day meals and a large car park.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Grange, Fulwell · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Fulwell
Lighthouse
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRASunderland's first micropub, on Sea Road between Fulwell and Seaburn, with four real ales and upstairs seating.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Lighthouse, Fulwell · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Seaburn
Promenade
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRASeafront lounge bar at Seaburn with sea views, a quiet back garden and a long food menu.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Promenade, Seaburn · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Pub · Washington (Donwell)
Wessington
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRA1971 new town estate pub in Donwell village centre.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Wessington, Washington (Donwell) · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: JThomas, 2018, CC BY-SA 2.0 Havelock
Dog friendlyDog friendly per CAMRA1880s pub above the River Wear at Fatfield, smartly refurbished in 2024, with a front terrace for sunny days.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Havelock, Washington (Fatfield) · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: JThomas, 2018, CC BY-SA 2.0 Teal Farm
Dogs insideDog friendly per CAMRAModern family dining pub with a covered terrace, sunny beer garden, Tuesday quiz and free parking.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Teal Farm, Washington · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Day out · Newcastle
Great North Museum: Hancock
No dogs insideOfficial dog policyNewcastle's natural history and archaeology museum at Barras Bridge, with a Hadrian's Wall gallery and a planetarium.
Source: Great North Museum: access information · checked 29 Oct 2026
Photo: Steve M, 2006, CC BY-SA 2.0 Tynemouth Priory and Castle
Dogs insideOn leadOfficial dog policyRuined priory and castle on the headland above the mouth of the Tyne, with coastal artillery defences.
Source: English Heritage, Tynemouth Priory and Castle facilities · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Graham Robson, 2026, CC BY-SA 2.0 Longsands Beach
Seasonal banNo dogs 1 May to 30 SepCouncil dog rulesTynemouth's long surf beach between the priory headland and Cullercoats, with lifeguards in summer.
Source: North Tyneside Council, Longsands Beach · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Ardfern, 2025, CC BY-SA 4.0 King Edward's Bay
Seasonal banNo dogs 1 May to 30 SepCouncil dog rulesA small sheltered cove below Tynemouth Priory, sometimes called Short Sands.
Source: North Tyneside Council, King Edward's Bay · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Jim Osley, 2018, CC BY-SA 2.0 Cullercoats Bay
Seasonal banNo dogs 1 May to 30 SepCouncil dog rulesA small horseshoe bay with the lifeboat station, overlooked by Cullercoats' cafés.
Source: North Tyneside Council, Cullercoats Bay · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Day out · near Rowlands Gill
Gibside
On leadsOfficial dog policyGeorgian landscape estate in the Derwent valley with miles of woodland paths, a chapel, cafes and an off lead area.
Source: National Trust: Visiting Gibside with your dog · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Robert Graham, 2022, CC BY-SA 2.0 Souter Lighthouse and The Leas
On leadsOfficial dog policyRed and white Victorian lighthouse on clifftop grassland with big coastal walks and a cafe.
Source: National Trust: Visiting Souter Lighthouse and The Leas with your dog · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Stephen McKay, 2023, CC BY-SA 2.0 Sandhaven Beach
Seasonal banNo dogs 8am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 SepCouncil dog rulesSouth Shields' main sandy beach below Ocean Road and the Gypsies Green.
Source: South Tyneside Council: Dogs on the beach · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Beach · South Shields
Littlehaven Beach
Dogs all yearCouncil dog rulesSmall sheltered beach at the mouth of the Tyne by the South Pier, next to Sandhaven.
Source: Visit South Tyneside (South Tyneside Council): Visiting our beaches · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Oliver Dixon, 2006, CC BY-SA 2.0 Marsden Beach
Dogs all yearCouncil dog rulesCliff backed bay beneath Marsden Rock, below the Leas.
Source: Visit South Tyneside (South Tyneside Council): Visiting our beaches · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Walk · Penshaw
Penshaw Monument
On leadsOfficial dog policyHilltop Greek temple folly with views across Wearside, a short steep climb from Old Penshaw.
Source: National Trust: Penshaw Monument · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Mick Garratt, 2011, CC BY-SA 2.0 Roker Beach
Seasonal banNo dogs 1 May to 30 SepCouncil dog rulesSandy city beach between Roker Pier and the cliffs, below Roker Park.
Source: Sunderland City Council: Dog Exclusion Zones in force from 1 May (also article 39771, 24 April 2026) · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: rob bishop, 2006, CC BY-SA 2.0 Seaburn Beach
Seasonal banNo dogs 1 May to 30 SepCouncil dog rulesLong sandy beach along the Seaburn promenade, with cafes and the Seaburn Inn across the road.
Source: Sunderland City Council: Dog Exclusion Zones in force from 1 May (also article 39771, 24 April 2026) · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Day out · Newcastle
Exhibition Park
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadCity park with a boating lake, Urban Green Café and Wylam Brewery in the Palace of Arts.
Source: NewcastleGateshead, Exhibition Park · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Walk · Jesmond
Jesmond Dene
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadHistoric wooded valley park stretching over three kilometres, with paths, bridges and a waterfall.
Source: NewcastleGateshead, parks · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Walk · Newcastle
Leazes Park
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadNewcastle's oldest park, with a lake, next to St James' Park.
Source: NewcastleGateshead, parks · checked 29 Oct 2026
- Walk · Newcastle
Quayside walk and Sunday Market
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadA riverside walk between the Tyne bridges and over the Millennium Bridge, with a big street market every Sunday morning.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly Quayside · checked 29 Oct 2026
Photo: Duncan Harris, 2010, CC BY 2.0 Tynemouth Market
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadWeekend market of crafts, food and vintage stalls in the Victorian station.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly coast · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Beach · Whitley Bay
Whitley Bay beach
Seasonal banNo dogs 1 May to 30 SepDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadLong sandy beach from the Spanish City up to St Mary's Island.
Source: NewcastleGateshead dog friendly coast · checked 30 Oct 2026
- Day out · Gateshead Quays
Glasshouse International Centre for Music
Dogs insideDog friendly per CAMRAThe former Sage concert venue on the Quays, with bars and cafe space on its glass fronted concourse overlooking the Tyne.
Source: CAMRA WhatPub: Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead Quays · checked 30 Oct 2026
Photo: Graham Robson, 2016, CC BY-SA 2.0 Saltwell Park
Dog friendlyDog friendly per NewcastleGatesheadBig Victorian park built around the Gothic Saltwell Towers, with ornamental gardens and a boating lake.
Source: NewcastleGateshead: Dog friendly places to visit in Gateshead · checked 30 Oct 2026
Steelclose Mill - Steelclose House
Sleeps 8 · 4 bedrooms · from £1,086
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Enclosed garden, private hot tub.
Pub nearby: Oak Tree Inn, 2.3 miles.
Ad: we may earn a commission if you book. We don't check cottages the way we check our places, so read the pet rules before you book.
Crown Apartments 1B
Sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · from £852
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Town Wall, 0.1 miles.
Ad: we may earn a commission if you book. We don't check cottages the way we check our places, so read the pet rules before you book.
Armstrong Apartments 1B
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £1,092
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Brandling Villa, 0.1 miles.
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Shoreline Angel
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £1,092
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Cyprus, 0.6 miles.
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Coastal Fields
Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £1,029
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Promenade, 0.3 miles.
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Auty House
Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £1,735
Cottages.com says: up to 1 dog, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Cumberland Arms, under 0.1 miles.
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Steelclose Mill - Steelclose Cottage
Sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · from £1,051
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Enclosed garden, woodburner, private hot tub.
Pub nearby: Oak Tree Inn, 2.3 miles.
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Angels Haven
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £1,092
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Cyprus, 0.4 miles.
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Lighthouse Lookout
Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £787
Cottages.com says: up to 1 dog, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Avenue, 0.6 miles.
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Cullercoats Bay Haven
Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £1,340
Cottages.com says: up to 1 dog, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: The Tynemouth Castle Inn, 0.3 miles.
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Riverview Retreat
Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £1,051
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Oak Tree Inn, 3.7 miles.
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Sand Dancer Hideaway
Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £937
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Cyprus, 0.5 miles.
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The View Old Coastguard Cottage
Sleeps 10 · 5 bedrooms · from £1,122
Cottages.com says: up to 3 dogs, a fee applies.
Woodburner.
Pub nearby: Turks Head (The Stuffed Dog), 0.2 miles.
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Meadowfield View
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £443
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Lane Head, 0.6 miles.
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The Saddlers Cottage
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £433
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Enclosed garden.
Pub nearby: Black Bull, under 0.1 miles.
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The Coastal Retreat
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £1,088
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Tavern & Galley, 0.4 miles.
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Isabella Cottage
Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £243
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Enclosed garden.
Pub nearby: Half Moon, 0.8 miles.
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Westfield Farm Cottage
Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £527
Cottages.com says: up to 3 dogs, a fee applies.
Enclosed garden, woodburner.
Pub nearby: Red House Farm, 2.1 miles.
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Two the Manor Born
Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £503
Cottages.com says: up to 3 dogs, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Cumberland Arms, 0.2 miles.
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