Dog-friendly pubs in Wells
10 pubs listed in Wells, 10 verified by dog owners . England's smallest city, built around a cathedral green and the moated Bishop's Palace — a short stroll between pubs, most of them happy to see a dog.
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The Crown at Wells
Market Place, Wells · BA5 2RP
Right on the Market Place, The Crown at Wells lets dogs settle in the bar, the courtyard, or the bistro area — handy whichever way the weather turns.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The City Arms
High Street, Wells · BA5 2AG
A former city gaol turned High Street local — The City Arms welcomes dogs in the bar and its sheltered courtyard.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The Fountain Inn
St Thomas Street, Wells · BA5 2UW
Tucked just behind the cathedral, The Fountain Inn allows dogs in the downstairs bar area.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The Globe Inn
Priory Road, Wells · BA5 1SU
The Globe Inn on Priory Road welcomes dogs both in the bar and out in the beer garden.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The White Hart
Sadler Street, Wells · BA5 2SE
Steps from the cathedral on Sadler Street, The White Hart takes dogs in the bar area and on its outdoor patio.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The Sherston Inn
Priory Road, Wells · BA5 1SU
The Sherston Inn welcomes dogs in the bar area and the garden out back.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The Sun Inn
Union Street, Wells · BA5 2PU
A Union Street regulars' pub, The Sun Inn allows dogs in the bar and its outdoor seating area.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The King's Head
High Street, Wells · BA5 2SH
On the High Street, The King's Head welcomes dogs in the main bar area.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The Elephant & Castle
Silver Street, Wells · BA5 1UN
The Elephant & Castle on Silver Street takes dogs in both the bar and the garden.
1 Verification · July 2026
- Verified dog-friendly
The Rose & Crown
St Andrew Street, Wells · BA5 2PA
The Rose & Crown on St Andrew Street welcomes dogs in the bar and its garden area.
1 Verification · July 2026
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Sorry — No Paws Allowed Here
Checked and confirmed — these Wells pubs don't allow dogs.
- No dogs allowed
The Quarter Jack
Priory Road, Wells
The Quarter Jack in Wells does not allow dogs (registered assistance dogs only).
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How many dog-friendly pubs are there in Wells?
Wells has 10 verified dog-friendly pubs.
Can you eat with your dog in a restaurant area in Wells?
We haven't confirmed any Wells pub that allows dogs specifically in its restaurant/dining area yet — most dog-friendly spots here are bar or garden only. If you know of one, let us know.
Which Wells pub has the best beer garden for dogs?
The Crown at Wells is one to try — dogs are welcome in the garden there, and it's one of the more established verifications we have for Wells.
Are there any pubs in Wells that don't allow dogs?
Yes, 1 pub in Wells doesn't allow dogs. Several are down to chain-wide policy — Wetherspoon pubs, for instance, generally don't allow dogs.
Do I need to keep my dog on a lead in a pub?
It's usually down to the individual landlord, but the safe assumption is lead-on until you've checked. Staff will tell you straight away if they're relaxed about it.