1 / 8The Baiting House
Upper Sapey, Herefordshire, County of
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms.
A country inn in Upper Sapey, on the borders of Herefordshire and Worcestershire, whose dog friendly lodges open from the front door straight into fields.
Drovers climbing out of the Teme Valley once paused at The Baiting House for bait, the local word for a hearty bite to eat. The inn still stands at the top of that hill in Upper Sapey, and its owners keep several dogs of their own, which shows in how this dog friendly inn is run.
Dogs stay in the Deluxe Lodges and Studio Lodges, which have direct access from the front door out into open fields, with no roads to worry about; the upstairs rooms in the main house aren't well suited to dogs. Every overnight dog is given a comfortable bed, a water bowl and a welcome biscuit, with poo bags and bins on the patio. The inn asks that dogs use that bed rather than the furniture, are supervised at all times and aren't left unattended in the lodges.
Well behaved dogs can come into the bar and at least one of the dining areas, though not the main restaurant area, so you aren't left eating outside while the dog watches through the window. The bar has a log burning stove for dogs to curl up beside, with a water bowl and biscuits on hand. The kitchen sources local ingredients for its modern British dishes, from the a la carte menu to Sunday lunch and a lighter bar and snack menu.
The Deluxe Lodges come with a full kitchen and a private Jacuzzi hot tub on the terrace, and four of the six Studio Lodges have a hot tub too. Walks set off from the inn itself along footpaths, bridleways and quiet lanes in every direction, suited to a dog who wants five miles before breakfast and to one who would rather amble and then snooze.
Facts checked October 2026 from the hotel's own website. Details can change, so please confirm anything important, especially the dog rules, with the hotel before you book.
At a Glance: Dogs
- Rooms for dogs
- Selected rooms
- Dogs per room
- The hotel doesn't say
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £15 per stay
- Left alone in the room
- Not allowed
- In the bar
- Welcome
- In the lounge
- The hotel doesn't say
- Eating with your dog
- In a dog friendly dining area
- In the grounds
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog extras
- Dog beds, bowls, treats and poo bags
- Walks from the door
- Yes
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- None within 20 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Baiting House dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms. This comes from The Baiting House's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Baiting House?
The hotel doesn't say how many dogs you can bring, so check with the hotel when you book.
Is there a charge for dogs at The Baiting House?
£15 per stay.
Can I eat with my dog at The Baiting House?
You can eat with your dog in a dog friendly dining area. Dogs are welcome in the bar.
Can I leave my dog in the room at The Baiting House?
No. The hotel says dogs must not be left alone in the room.
Are there dog walks near The Baiting House?
The hotel says there are walks straight from the door.
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