Sunny beer garden overlooking the river. Dogs welcome in the bar area if it is too cold to sit out. Pub grub.
King’s Head, Upton-upon-Severn
House of Coffee, Worcester
Useful location very near to the cathedral – good food and coffee (not exceptional)- dogs welcome inside.
The Frog at Skirmett
Ancient country pub in and near unspoiled Chiltern villages in the Hambleden valley 13 mins off the M40 junction 5. Lovely garden with views over the surrounding countryside – dogs welcome inside too. Walks start right opposite the pub!
Killington Lake Services, M6 southbound
Lovely spot for a picnic behind the main building with stunning views over the lake with the fells beyond. Not sampled the food here, but if you’ve brought your own then head out back and bask in the sunshine! Only accessible when travelling south.
Annandale Water Services, M74
No dogs allowed inside here, but there is a seating area out the front which catches the sun on warm autumn days. There is also a lovely sheltered spot round the back – a great place for lunch al fresco on a sunny afternoon. Buy lunch from the M&S Simply Food at the petrol station on the way in, get your cappuccino from Costa and you are all set!
Boardwalk Beach Club, Cramond
The Boardwalk Beach Club near Cramond now allows dogs inside as long as they’re not wet or muddy. This place is an inspiration – a vibrant, tropical-themed cafe with stunning views across the Forth, with ambitious plans for further expansion.
The Ship Inn, Elie
Great spot by the harbour. Lovely, inside and out.
The Pavilion, Elie
Dogs not allowed inside here, but there is a sheltered, covered verandah outside, which is a sunny spot for lunch – a favourite for us. Great soups, plentiful paninis, and sweet potato fries. Chicken, avocado and mango salad also a great dish! Five minutes walk to the award winning beach.
Red House Garden Centre
Red house Garden Centre cafe near Aberlady – The Potting Shed. Lovely sitting outside for lunch on a sunny summer afternoon – a sheltered sun trap. The old castle makes a great backdrop, and being in a garden centre means that there is always plenty of colour around you while you sip your coffee. Dogs also welcome inside. Get there early if you want food. They often run out of everything by early afternoon. Outdoor tables only during Covid.
Bessie’s Tea Room, Culross
Bessie’s Tea Room, Culross. Very friendly. Came here twice this afternoon – first for lunch – a large bowl of Moroccan bean soup, well worth the £6 price tag – later for tea and one of their famous double decker cheese scones – yummy!
