Brighton is one of the most popular destinations for a weekend or city break with its various shops, bars, museums, galleries, and beaches.
If you’re lucky enough to own a dog then one of the downsides to preparing for the perfect weekend getaway is working out which landmarks and activities are dog-friendly.
Thankfully, We Love Brighton is on hand to bring you the essential guide to bringing your furry friends on an unforgettable trip to the south coast.
Brighton is A Dog’s Playground: Things To Do With Your Dog on The South Coast
Brighton is a dog-friendly town with many things to do with your furry friend when visiting.
| Explore Brighton’s Beaches | Brighton, Kemptown, Hove, and Portslade beaches are great for taking your dog for a walk and splashing in the sea. Seasonal restrictions apply. |
| Brighton’s Dog-Friendly Attractions | Volks Electric Railway and Brighton Beach Flint Grotto are welcoming of dogs throughout the year. |
| Brighton Parks | Taking your dog for a walk in one of Brighton’s beautiful parks is a must on any visit to the town with a pet in tow. Preston Park, St, Ann’s Wells Gardens, Hove Park, and Royal Pavilion Gardens are all fantastic dog-friendly parks. |
| Brighton Pubs | The majority of Brighton’s pubs are hospitable to dogs upon enquiry. The Pond, The Eagle, and The Evening Star are some of the most dog-friendly pubs in Brighton. |
| Explore Brighton’s Lanes | The Lanes are a great place for walking your dog and checking out some of the best independent shops Brighton has to offer. |
| Dog-Friendly Cafés | Dogs are welcome in most cafés in Brighton. However, Laughing Dog and ‘Pup-Up’ café on Brighton seafront are dog-friendly by design. |
| Dog-Friendly Hotels | Many hotels such as The Grand, Hotel Du Vin, and Malmaison are hospitable to pets when paying a small additional charge. |
Explore Brighton’s Beaches
One of Brighton’s everpresent attractions is its vast pebbled beach stretching along the town’s southern expanse, including Kemptown, Hove, and Portslade.
However, as with most other beaches in the UK, there are restrictions for walking your dogs according to what time of year it is. Like its UK counterparts, Brighton Beach has restrictions for dogs between April and September, but there are still sections of the beach where dogs are welcomed in the warmer months so it’s worth checking for any signs that indicate a dog-friendly zone before entering.
Brighton Beach is perfect for dogs to splash around in the sea and with plenty of places to pick up fish and chips nearby, your furry companions can be the happy recipients of any leftovers.
Brighton Has Many Dog-Friendly Attractions
While it’s always best to check whether dogs are welcome in Brighton’s many tourist attractions before entering, there are several places which openly encourage dogs to accompany their human companions.
Volks Electric Railway, which operates along the seafront from Palace Pier to Brighton Marina, is a great way to introduce pets to the wonders of Britain’s oldest electric railway.
Brighton Beach’s Flint Grotto also allows pets to enter with their owners, making the seafront the perfect place for a fun day out with your dog.
Take Your Dog For A Walk In One Of Brighton’s Beautiful Parks
Brighton’s dog-friendly attractions aren’t just consigned to the seafront. The town has many large and beautiful parks where dogs are welcomed throughout the year.
Preston Park, Hove Park, St. Ann’s Wells Gardens, The Level, and Royal Pavilion Gardens are all fantastic places to bring your pet for a walk and play whilst soaking up the sights.
It’s always worth remembering when bringing your pet into a public place that not everyone is comfortable around dogs, so keeping your pet on the lead is always the best practice in public spaces, especially with other dogs around.
There are also plenty of bins purpose-built for dog mess in Brighton’s parks so don’t forget to clean up after your pet.
Enjoy A Drink At The Pub With Your Dog By Your Side
Pubs can be busy places and unsettling for a nervous dog. However, if your dog is fine with a bit of socialising, then enjoying a drink in one of Brighton’s dog-friendly pubs is a great way to explore the town’s vibrant pub culture.
Pubs are generally hospitable to dogs during the quieter hours of the day but it’s always worth asking a member of staff if it’s acceptable to bring your furry acquaintance into a pub before entering.
The Pond, The Eagle, The Evening Star, and The Signalman are all dog-friendly pubs with outside seating in the warmer months.
Explore Brighton’s Lanes With Your Dog
Brighton’s bustling North Laine and Lanes are brilliant places to soak up the town’s unique atmosphere. With independent shops, cafés, and pubs as far as the eye can see, Brighton’s Lanes are perfect for stretching your legs with your dog by your side.
Brighton’s North Laine has many stalls open for business throughout the week, so if you’re unsure about bringing your dog into a store, then shopping in the lanes ought to be top of your list of dog-friendly activities in Brighton.
Enjoy a Coffee and A Puppuccino At One Of Brighton’s Dog-Friendly Cafés
It’s no secret that Brighton loves dogs. The majority of cafés and coffee shops in the city are likely to be more than hospitable to furry friends entering the premises, but Brighton also has some cafés that have built their brands around welcoming dogs.
Laughing Dog at Brighton Marina, former home of legendary retriever Bandit, makes brilliant vegan ice cream perfect for dogs, whilst the “Pup-Up” pop-up café on Brighton seafront returns throughout the year with treats for your furry friend.
Stay In One Of These Relaxing Dog-Friendly Hotels
Organising where to stay with your furry friend doesn’t need to be a headache when visiting Brighton.
The town has many dog-friendly hotels which cater to both humans and pets alike. Many hotels in Brighton allow dogs for a small fee, but staff are always hospitable to bringing your furry companion along for your stay.
Hotel Du Vin, Old Ship Hotel, Malmaison, The Royal Albion Hotel, and The Grand Hotel are all welcoming of dogs, but require guests to make the hotel aware that they are bringing a pet before booking a room.
