1 / 8The Lion Inn
Winchcombe, Gloucestershire
Yes. Dogs can stay in all rooms.
A restored 15th-century coaching inn on North Street in Winchcombe, where every room takes dogs and a corner by the fireplace is kept for dog owners.
Inside The Lion Inn, a warm corner by the fireplace is kept just for dog owners, and that sets the tone. This beautifully restored 15th-century coaching inn sits on North Street in the town of Winchcombe, a dog friendly inn with nine ensuite bedrooms and a cosy pub at its heart.
Every one of the rooms is dog friendly, and dog beds, bowls and bones are there on request; tell a member of the team at booking if you're travelling with one. The rooms are named after places in the local Gloucestershire area, each with its own quirky character, and they pair boutique design with classic comforts. The Lion Inn doesn't state a cap on dogs per room, so raise it with the team.
The snug, the bar and the garden all welcome dogs, which gives you a choice of spots to eat together, and there are fresh water bowls and complimentary dog treats always on hand. The restaurant isn't on that list. The menus change often and use locally sourced ingredients, a commitment to British cooking that has earned the kitchen an AA Rosette, and Sunday brings roasts made with field-to-fork ingredients, board games and indulgent desserts. Behind the bar there's cask ale, craft beer, local cider and a good wine selection.
Outside, the beer garden is made for drinks and lunch in the open air, and there's courtyard seating too. Winchcombe has historic sites such as Sudeley Castle within reach, and to stretch your dog's legs, Wildpack's Winchcombe to Belas Knap Long Barrow is 0.1 miles away, and Cleeve Hill Common is 3.1 miles off.
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
- All 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
- In a dog friendly dining area
- In the grounds
- Welcome
- Dog extras
- Dog beds, bowls and treats
- Walks from the door
- The hotel doesn't say
- 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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For You
- Eating and drinking
- Gastropub food. 1 AA Rosette
- Children
- Children welcome
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Lion Inn dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs can stay in all rooms. This comes from The Lion Inn's own website. Details can change, so check with the hotel when you book.
How many dogs can I bring to The Lion Inn?
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 Lion Inn?
There is a charge; the hotel doesn't say how much.
Can I eat with my dog at The Lion 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 Lion Inn?
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 Lion Inn?
Dog friendly walks on Wildpack within 5 miles include Winchcombe to Belas Knap Long Barrow (0.1 miles), Winchcombe Way: Short Circular Section (0.1 miles) and Cleeve Hill Common (3.1 miles).
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Walk0.1 mi awayWinchcombe to Belas Knap Long Barrow
Gloucestershire
A satisfying walk combining Neolithic heritage with Cotswold scenery; moderate off-lead potential on the grassland sections but sheep on the farmland approaches.
Walk0.1 mi awayWinchcombe Way: Short Circular Section
Gloucestershire
A circular taste of the Winchcombe Way with Cotswold countryside and views towards Sudeley Castle.
Walk3.1 mi awayCleeve Hill Common
Gloucestershire
Open ridge walking with room to roam and expansive views, but free-roaming sheep on the common demand reliable recall; the exposed summit can be windswept.
Walk4.9 mi awayStanton to Snowshill Circular
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Rolling Cotswold countryside between two of the prettiest villages with high off-lead potential on the open grassland; livestock in farm fields require leads on some sections.
Walk7.6 mi awayBroadway Tower and Cotswolds Escarpment
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A Cotswold escarpment walk to Broadway Tower with views stretching to 13 counties and classic limestone downland scenery.
Walk7.7 mi awayLeckhampton Hill and Charlton Kings Common
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A demanding walk with steep climbs and rough terrain that rewards fit dogs with open ridge views; exposed sections and livestock require attention.
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