1 / 8The Hog's Head Inn
Alnwick, Northumberland
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms, up to 2 dogs per room.
An inn on the outskirts of Alnwick, with dog friendly rooms on the ground floor and the Northumberland countryside on the doorstep for days out with your dog.
Alnwick's historic market town, its quirky shops and the Duke of Northumberland's estate are all within easy reach of The Hog's Head Inn, which stands on Hawfinch Drive on the outskirts of town. Alnwick Castle is just minutes away, and this dog friendly inn is set up for families, couples and four-legged friends alike, with the Northumberland countryside on its doorstep.
Dog friendly rooms here are all on the ground floor, with the first-floor rooms kept pet-free, and up to two dogs can stay with you. Add your dog when you book to be sure of one of those rooms; water bowls and treats will be ready and waiting. Your dog stays with you rather than unattended in the bedroom, which the inn doesn't allow, so plan days out together.
At mealtimes it's the same, because the pub and its dining spaces have designated dog friendly areas where yours can settle at your feet. The kitchen keeps a range of Sir Woofchester's food for dogs. For you, the menu runs all day, from 7.30am to 9pm, and there's a beer garden and the bar for afterwards.
Families have spacious rooms with a king sized bed and twin singles as well. Alnmouth's sandy beaches and the trails of Northumberland National Park are both within reach for a day with the dog. From the inn, Wildpack's Alnwick Pastures and River Aln Walk is 1.4 miles away, and for sand, Alnmouth Beach is 3.2 miles away, first on Wildpack's list of dog friendly beaches near Alnwick.
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
- Up to 2
- Size or breed limits
- The hotel doesn't say
- Dog fee
- £15 per night
- 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
- Bowls, treats and a dog menu
- Walks from the door
- The hotel doesn't say
- Nearest dog friendly beach
- Alnmouth Beach, 3.2 miles
Where the hotel doesn't say, check with the hotel when you book.
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For You
- Eating and drinking
- All day dining
- Rooms
- Ground floor rooms
- Parking
- Free parking
- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Hog's Head Inn dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in selected rooms, up to 2 dogs per room. This comes from The Hog's Head Inn's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Hog's Head Inn?
Up to 2 dogs per room.
Is there a charge for dogs at The Hog's Head Inn?
£15 per night.
Can I eat with my dog at The Hog's Head Inn?
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 Hog's Head Inn?
No. The hotel says dogs must not be left alone in the room.
Are there dog walks near The Hog's Head Inn?
Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Alnwick Pastures and River Aln Walk (1.4 miles) and Alnmouth Coastal Walk (3.4 miles).
Is there a dog friendly beach near The Hog's Head Inn?
The nearest dog friendly beach on Wildpack is Alnmouth Beach, 3.2 miles away. Check its page for any seasonal dog restrictions before you go.
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Walk1.4 mi awayAlnwick Pastures and River Aln Walk
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Beach3.2 mi awayAlnmouth Beach
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A wide sandy estuary beach at the mouth of the Aln with dunes and year-round access, one of Northumberland's most underrated spots.
Walk3.4 mi awayAlnmouth Coastal Walk
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A brilliant mix of beach, estuary views and slightly higher coastal paths, with the scenery changing quickly between sand, dunes and open headland.
Beach4.2 mi awayBoulmer Beach
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Beach4.3 mi awayWarkworth Beach
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Attraction4.9 mi awayWarkworth Castle
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A formidable Percy fortress above the Coquet, with the village, the river loop and Warkworth beach minutes away making it an excellent base with your dog.
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