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Photo: Roker Pier and lighthouse, Sunderland by Chris Morgan, CC BY-SA 2.0
Roker and Seaburn seafront, Whitburn village, the city centre and Washington, with Penshaw Monument on its hill. Roker and Seaburn beaches have summer dog exclusion zones from 1 May to 30 September.
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3 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.
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
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
- 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lighthouse Lookout
Sleeps 5 · 3 bedrooms · from £787
Cottages.com says: up to 1 dog, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Avenue, 0.6 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Longsands Retreat
Sleeps 6 · 3 bedrooms · from £871
Cottages.com says: up to 1 dog, a fee applies.
Pub nearby: Turks Head (The Stuffed Dog), 0.2 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.
Naters Apartment
Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · from £497
Cottages.com says: up to 2 dogs, a fee applies.
Enclosed garden.
Pub nearby: Queens Head, 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.
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.
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.
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