These cafés and pubs in and around Louth say, in their own words, that dogs are welcome: Betties of Louth, a family-run dog café on the Fairfield estate; The Brown Cow on Newmarket and The Woolpack Inn at Riverhead; Alfredo Lounge on the Market Place; Quirkies Cafe on Cornmarket, which even has a menu for dogs; and Crowtree Café, right by Hubbard's Hills. A little further out, Little Village Tea Shop at Saltfleetby and the bar at The Royal Oak Inn in Little Cawthorpe welcome dogs too.
Louth is a good town for a day out with a dog. There are walks on the doorstep, a market town centre that's easy to stroll round, and a growing number of places where your dog can come in with you.
How We Choose
Every place in this guide says dogs are welcome itself, on its own website or in its own description. Reviews and directories don't count, because what a visitor was allowed to do one day isn't the same as a policy. Even so, rules can differ between the bar, the restaurant and the garden, and can change, so it's always worth asking when you arrive. The full list is on Dog-Friendly Places in and around Louth.
In the Town Centre
Alfredo Lounge, Market Place
On the Market Place, Alfredo Lounge is an all-day café bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and it keeps treats for four-legged visitors. Its position makes it a natural stop on a market day.
Quirkies Cafe, Cornmarket
Quirkies is a big, family-run café with an all-day breakfast, a children's play area and a doggy menu, so the whole family is catered for. It's wheelchair friendly too.
The Brown Cow, Newmarket
A traditional pub that's been part of Louth for decades, The Brown Cow is open about welcoming dogs. Expect real ales, homemade pies, a Sunday roast with all the trimmings and a Thursday pie night, with outdoor seating when the weather allows. See the Brown Cow menu.
The Woolpack Inn, Riverhead Road
On the eastern edge of town, The Woolpack describes itself as a dog-friendly pub. It's a listed inn near the old canal, with an enclosed garden and plenty of parking, serving breakfast every morning and roasts on Sundays. Riverhead was Louth's canal port in Georgian times, and you can read about it in Georgian Louth.
Walks with a Café
The best-loved walk in Louth is Hubbard's Hills, a steep-sided valley of the River Lud on the western edge of town, with Westgate Fields close by. Crowtree Café sits between the two on Crowtree Lane, opens at 8am every day, and has been promoted to dog owners as a dog-friendly stop, with doggie ice cream on offer. If you're not sure where dogs can sit, ask at the counter.
Out of Town
Betties of Louth, Fairfield. A family-run dog café on Bolingbroke Road, made for people who want to stay a while with their dog. It serves breakfasts and lunches.
The Gardener's Retreat, Legbourne Road. Louth Garden Centre says it's dog friendly, so you can browse with your dog. Seating rules in the restaurant can vary, so ask before you sit down.
Little Village Tea Shop, Saltfleetby. A licensed country tea shop with homemade cakes and tables inside and out, and it's happy for you to bring your dog. It's about ten minutes from Louth, on the way to the coast.
The Royal Oak Inn, Little Cawthorpe. Known locally as The Splash, because you reach it through a shallow ford, The Royal Oak has a dog-friendly bar and lawned gardens beside the water. It's a lovely spot on a sunny afternoon.
Staying with Your Dog
Several places to stay near Louth welcome dogs, from BH Luxury Cabins in the Wolds to Kents Farm Cottages beside the canal at Austen Fen. For touring, Furze Farm Estate has pet-friendly pitches, and Lakeside Camping & Fisheries at Saltfleetby and Sunnydale Holiday Park at Saltfleet welcome dogs too. Browse self-catering and caravan parks and campsites for more.
Tips for a Day Out with Your Dog
Ask before you sit down. Some places welcome dogs in the bar but not the dining room, or outside but not in. A quick question at the door saves any awkwardness.
Keep your dog on a short lead and off the furniture. Cafés can be busy and tight for space, especially on market days.
Ring ahead with a big dog or more than one. Small cafés may only have room for one or two dogs at a time.
Bring what you need. Many places put water bowls out, but a travel bowl and a towel for muddy paws after Hubbard's Hills never go amiss.
Need a groomer or a vet while you're here? See dog groomers, vets and pet services around Louth. For more ideas, try breakfast in Louth or Sunday lunch.
Details checked 27th October 2026. Know a café or pub that welcomes dogs and says so? Let us know.
Dog-Friendly Louth: Your Questions
Which cafés in Louth are dog friendly?
Betties of Louth, Alfredo Lounge, Quirkies Cafe and Crowtree Café all say dogs are welcome. Betties is a dog café on Bolingbroke Road, and Quirkies even has a menu for dogs.
Which pubs in Louth allow dogs?
The Brown Cow on Newmarket and The Woolpack Inn at Riverhead both say they are dog friendly. Just outside town, The Royal Oak Inn at Little Cawthorpe has a dog-friendly bar.
Can dogs go inside, or only outside?
It depends on the place and sometimes the room. Some welcome dogs in the bar but not the dining room, so ask when you arrive.
Where can I walk my dog in Louth before lunch?
Hubbard's Hills and Westgate Fields on the western edge of Louth are the most popular dog walks. Crowtree Café on Crowtree Lane sits between them and opens at 8am every day.
Can I stay near Louth with my dog?
Yes, several places to stay near Louth welcome dogs, including BH Luxury Cabins, Kents Farm Cottages and some caravan parks and campsites. Check each one's rules on numbers and size when you book.
How does inLouth decide which places are dog friendly?
A place is only included when it says dogs are welcome itself, on its own website or in its own description. Reviews and directory listings are not used, because a visitor's experience is not the same as a policy.