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Dog-friendly Sunderland & South Shields

35 tail-wagging places to eat, drink, walk and explore with your dog in Sunderland & South Shields.

Sunderland & South Shields has 35 dog-friendly places: 10 dog-friendly pubs, 9 cafés and places to eat, 11 walks and beaches, 3 days out and 1 place to stay. Here is where we would start with a dog.

Where to start in Sunderland & South Shields

Dog-friendly Sunderland & South Shields: good to know

  • 6 dog-friendly beaches nearby — several have summer restrictions, so check the “dogs welcome today” status before you set off.
  • 9 places welcome dogs indoors, not just in the garden.
  • 1 spot for a good off-lead run.
  • Plenty of spots lay on water bowls and treats for your dog.
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Ocean Beach Pleasure ParkPhoto © Louise Charlton Grey via GoogleDays OutOcean Beach Pleasure ParkSouth Shields (seafront), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs on leads welcome around the parkSouter Lighthouse and The LeasPhoto © Branislav Kralik via GoogleDays OutSouter Lighthouse and The LeasWhitburn (between Sunderland and South Shields), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs on short leads in grounds and Lighthouse Cafe; water bowls; assistance dogs only in lighthouseSunderland Museum & Winter GardensPhoto © all1 via GoogleDays OutSunderland Museum & Winter GardensCity Centre, Sunderland & South ShieldsAssistance dogs only inside; dogs welcome in adjoining Mowbray ParkCafe FlorianaPhoto © Alan Na via GooglePlaces to EatCafe FlorianaCity Centre (Burdon Road), Sunderland & South ShieldsSmall dogs welcome; free puppuccino and treatColmans Seafood TemplePhoto © Bill Pearson via GooglePlaces to EatColmans Seafood TempleSouth Shields (Sea Road), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome at the downstairs takeaway and outside seating (not the restaurant)Fausto CoffeePhoto © Fausto Coffee via GooglePlaces to EatFausto CoffeeRoker (Marine Walk), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome inside with towels, water and biscuits providedFunky Beach CafePhoto © Sheila Fortuna via GooglePlaces to EatFunky Beach CafeRoker (Marine Walk), Sunderland & South ShieldsDog friendly with lickable frozen yoghurt for dogs; indoor and outdoor seatingPort IndependentPhoto © Asha Pennock via GooglePlaces to EatPort IndependentCity Centre, Sunderland & South ShieldsDog friendlyRuhePhoto © Artful Splodger via GooglePlaces to EatRuheRoker (Roker Park), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome inside and out; dog menu available on requestSTACK SeaburnPhoto © wojo via GooglePlaces to EatSTACK SeaburnSeaburn (seafront), Sunderland & South ShieldsDog friendly until 9pm every daySue's CafePhoto © Nicky Maddison via GooglePlaces to EatSue's CafeRoker (Marine Walk), Sunderland & South ShieldsDog friendly with outdoor seatingThese Things HappenPhoto © William Mudford via GooglePlaces to EatThese Things HappenRoker (marina), Sunderland & South ShieldsDog-friendly family bar areaPubsGrannie Annie's Pub & PantryRoker, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome inside every day; dogs must leave by 8pm Fri-Sun during live musicHarbour LightsPhoto © Mark Cole via GooglePubsHarbour LightsSouth Shields (The Lawe), Sunderland & South ShieldsFamily and dog friendly throughoutThe BamburghPhoto © Cameron Joe via GooglePubsThe BamburghSouth Shields, Sunderland & South ShieldsWater bowls and treats provided; dog-friendly atmosphereThe Keel TavernPhoto © Kevin Cummings via GooglePubsThe Keel TavernCity Centre (Keel Square), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome inside and out with water bowlsThe MarinePhoto © Susan G via GooglePubsThe MarineSouth Shields (Marine Parks), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome throughout, no restricted areaThe Marsden GrottoPhoto © Simon Parker via GooglePubsThe Marsden GrottoSouth Shields (Marsden Bay), Sunderland & South ShieldsWell-behaved dogs welcome, especially outdoor seating; water bowlsThe New Crown HotelPhoto © Laura Dixon via GooglePubsThe New Crown HotelSouth Shields (Mowbray Road), Sunderland & South ShieldsWater bowls and treats available for dogsThe Sand DancerPhoto © Sand Dancer via GooglePubsThe Sand DancerSouth Shields (Sandhaven), Sunderland & South ShieldsDog friendly with water providedThe Seaburn InnPhoto © The Seaburn Inn via GooglePubsThe Seaburn InnSeaburn, Sunderland & South ShieldsDesignated dog-friendly pub and restaurant areas with water bowls and treats; doggy menuThe WolseyPhoto © Sean H via GooglePubsThe WolseyRoker, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome inside and in the large enclosed beer garden all yearPets at Home SunderlandPhoto © Steve via GoogleShopsPets at Home SunderlandHylton Riverside Retail Park, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome in-storeThe Seaburn Inn (rooms)Photo © The Seaburn Inn via GooglePlaces to StayThe Seaburn Inn (rooms)Seaburn, Sunderland & South ShieldsUp to two dogs from GBP 15 per night; dog beds, bowls, treats and doggy menuLittlehaven BeachPhoto © Miles via GoogleWalks & BeachesLittlehaven BeachSouth Shields, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs allowed all year with no restrictionsMarsden BeachPhoto © ian laybourn via GoogleWalks & BeachesMarsden BeachSouth Shields (Marsden Bay), Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs allowed all year with no restrictionsMowbray ParkPhoto © Amanda Middleton via GoogleWalks & BeachesMowbray ParkCity Centre, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs off-lead permitted in top half; on-lead on the Winter Gardens sideNorth Marine ParkPhoto © Ethan via GoogleWalks & BeachesNorth Marine ParkSouth Shields, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcomeWalks & BeachesRoker and Seaburn Coastal PromenadeRoker to Seaburn, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome on the promenade year-round; observe beach exclusion zones in summerWalks & BeachesRoker BeachRoker, Sunderland & South ShieldsDog-friendly outside marked exclusion zone; ban left of the pier to the park slipway 1 May-30 Sep, GBP 100 fineRoker ParkPhoto © Sergejs Nikitins via GoogleWalks & BeachesRoker ParkRoker, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs on lead; bins provided; on-lead near cafe and formal areasWalks & BeachesSandhaven BeachSouth Shields, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs banned pier to Trow Point 1 May-30 Sep between 8am-6pm, GBP 100 fine (GBP 50 if paid in 7 days)Walks & BeachesSeaburn BeachSeaburn, Sunderland & South ShieldsDog-friendly outside exclusion zone; ban opposite Morrisons to steps at Whitburn/Dykelands Road 1 May-30 Sep, GBP 100 fineSouth Marine ParkPhoto © David Lamb via GoogleWalks & BeachesSouth Marine ParkSouth Shields, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome; on lead in busy areasWalks & BeachesThe Leas and Whitburn Coastal ParkBetween Sunderland and South Shields, Sunderland & South ShieldsDogs welcome under close control; keep on lead near cliff edges; bins on site

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