Best Dog Friendly Pubs in Salisbury 2026
Ranked by locals — updated April 2026
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🏆 The Ox Row Inn, Salisbury is currently Salisbury's top-ranked dog friendly pubs — voted #1 by locals.
Salisbury and the surrounding Wiltshire countryside is superb walking country — and most of the best pubs welcome well-behaved dogs. The Village Inn at Quidhampton has one of the largest pub gardens in the area and is a popular end-point for Nadder Valley walks.
The Avon Brewery taproom in Harnham is the ideal post-walk stop if you have walked the Harnham Water Meadows route — dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire with a population of around 40,000. Despite its size, it consistently outperforms expectations for the quality and variety of dog friendly pubs on offer — particularly along Fisherton Street, the Cathedral Close, and The Maltings shopping centre. The city draws over 5 million visitors a year, many of whom are specifically searching for the best dog friendly pubs Salisbury has to offer.
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Which pubs in Salisbury allow dogs?+
The Village Inn at Quidhampton, The Haunch of Venison, Winchester Gate and The Wig & Quill all welcome dogs. The Avon Brewery taproom in Harnham is also dog-friendly outdoors.
Is Salisbury a good place to visit with a dog?+
Yes — Salisbury is excellent for dogs. The Harnham Water Meadows, the Cathedral Close and wider Wiltshire countryside all offer superb walks, with plenty of dog-friendly pubs.
Is Dog Friendly Pubs in Salisbury good?+
Yes — Salisbury has an excellent reputation for its dog friendly pubs. The city punches above its weight for a place of 47,000 people, with a strong independent culture and high local standards.
Where in Salisbury can I find the best dog friendly pubs?+
The city centre and Fisherton Street are the main areas for dog friendly pubs in Salisbury. See our ranked list above for the top-rated options as voted by locals.
Is Dog Friendly Pubs near Salisbury Cathedral?+
Many of the best dog friendly pubs options in Salisbury are within walking distance of the Cathedral. The Cathedral Close and Fisherton Street area (10 minutes walk) are the best starting points.
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💡 Did You Know?
Salisbury is one of southern England's most dog-friendly cities — the Cathedral Close, water meadows and riverside paths are all freely accessible to dogs year-round.
Salisbury Cathedral was built in just 38 years (1220–1258), which is extraordinarily fast for a medieval building of its size — most cathedrals took centuries.
Salisbury Cathedral is built on a raft of clay and gravel over a bog — the Victorians added 6,000 tonnes of stone to one side to stop it sinking further.