1 / 8The Black Lion
Long Melford, Suffolk
Yes. Dogs can stay in most rooms.
A pub with ten bedrooms in a Georgian setting on the green in Long Melford, with water bowls by the door and walks for dogs from the doorstep.
Overlooking the village green in the heart of Long Melford, The Black Lion is a Suffolk pub with ten individually styled bedrooms in a Georgian setting. Holy Trinity Church stands just beyond the Green, Melford Hall is over the way, and the mile-long high street is a short walk down the hill. Dogs are part of things here, so The Black Lion is a dog friendly inn where a day out ends back at the pub, and upstairs for the night.
Dogs can stay in the majority of the rooms. The Muddy Paws package is built around guests with dogs: an overnight stay with dinner and breakfast for two, plus a comfy dog bed, a towel, treats and a sausage breakfast to set tails wagging. Leaving a dog alone upstairs, and how many can share, are two points The Black Lion's pages don't state, so raise both when booking.
Water bowls wait by the door, and dogs are welcome in the pub, where the panelled bar has antique furniture, a large fireplace, local ales, an interesting wine list and cocktails. The Black Lion doesn't say where your dog can settle while you eat, so ask when reserving a table. The menus pair carefully chosen ingredients with traditional pub classics, for a leisurely lunch or supper with friends.
Walks for you and the dog start right at the door. The pub's own route, the Nine Stile Stride, heads from the Green through the village and into the surrounding countryside before bringing you back for a drink, and there's a map to download. Lavenham Wool Town Circular Walk, from Wildpack's own walks, sits 3.6 miles away in a village of colourful timber-framed buildings.
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
- Most rooms
- Dogs per room
- The hotel doesn't say
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- There is a charge; the hotel doesn't say how much
- Left alone in the room
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the bar
- Welcome
- In the lounge
- The hotel doesn't say
- Eating with your dog
- The hotel doesn't say
- In the grounds
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog extras
- Bowls
- 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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- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Black Lion dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in most rooms. This comes from The Black Lion's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Black Lion?
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 Black Lion?
There is a charge; the hotel doesn't say how much.
Can I eat with my dog at The Black Lion?
The hotel doesn't say where you can eat with your dog, so check with the hotel when you book. Dogs are welcome in the bar.
Can I leave my dog in the room at The Black Lion?
The hotel doesn't say whether dogs can be left alone in the room, so check with the hotel when you book.
Are there dog walks near The Black Lion?
The hotel says there are walks straight from the door. Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Lavenham Wool Town Circular Walk (3.6 miles).
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