Dog-Friendly Pubs in Borough

Borough is one of central London's best-kept secrets for a proper pub afternoon with your dog. Tucked between London Bridge and Borough Market, the area offers historic boozers where four-legged friends are part of the furniture.

The Blue Maid, a local gem near Borough station (just a 3-minute walk), was checked by Paws of London before listing and welcomes well-behaved dogs in its traditional setting. For a riverside pint, The Mudlark sits right by London Bridge (4 minutes on foot) and was also checked by Paws of London before listing; this historic Nicholson's pub is known for excellent pints and classic British pies. Both venues offer that classic London pub atmosphere, and 2 of the 3 venues listed here have outdoor seating.

All three venues' dog policies were checked by Paws of London before listing through their websites and recent reviews, with the latest policy evidence dated 7 March 2026. Whether you're stopping off after a Borough Market browse or looking for a post-walk pint near the Thames, this corner of Southwark delivers proper pub hospitality for dogs and their owners alike.

This page combines Paws of London venue records with information published on venue websites and, where available, supplied by venues or contributed by visitors. Where a dog policy is shown as not yet confirmed, we have not checked it with the venue: call ahead before travelling.

• The Blue Maid – 173 Borough High St, London SE1 1HR, United Kingdom (4.8/5)

  This historic pub, a local gem in Borough, Southwark, welcomes well-behaved dogs. Enjoy a pint in a traditional setting near Borough station, knowing your four-legged friend is also welcome. It's a perfect stop for a relaxing drink after exploring the area with your canine companion.

• Mc & Sons Borough – 160 Union St, London SE1 0LH, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  Mc & Sons Borough is a traditional Irish pub at 160 Union Street in Southwark. It describes itself as built on the memories and lives of the Mc Elhinney family, with pictures of the family through the generations on the walls, and it sits on a small side street between Blackfriars Road and Borough. The kitchen serves Thai street food under the name "Johnny Rice" on weekdays, with Thai takeaway boxes to eat in or take out, and an a la carte menu at weekends. Gluten free and vegan options are available, and the pub has a signature spice bag made with chicken popcorn bites, chips, chillis and spring onions. Traditional Irish music is played on Friday and Saturday evenings. The pub also has an Irish snug with its own private hatch through to the bar, which seats six guests. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. The nearest stations are Southwark, Borough and Waterloo East, each within about eight minutes on foot.

• The Ministry, Borough | Workspace & Members' Club | South London – 79-81 Borough Rd, London SE1 1DN, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Ministry in Borough is a workspace and members' club at 79-81 Borough Road, South London. The site describes it as a converted Victorian printworks, with 50,000 sq ft of workspace, and it comes from Ministry of Sound. The building offers private offices for small teams through to organisations of 100 or more, and individual desks with lockable storage, breakout spaces and private phone booths. There is a members' lounge, a gym, and a deli where fresh food is made in-house by chefs every day, alongside juices, smoothies and coffees. A bar serves post-work cocktails. The Ministry says more than 20 events run every week for members, including fitness classes, panel talks, workshops and live music. Meeting and event space can also be hired for team days and client pitches. It is an over-18s venue. The Ministry of Sound Group also founded and runs Jai Dog Rescue, a dog charity working with street dogs in Thailand. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Borough and Elephant and Castle stations are each about five minutes on foot.

• The Mudlark – Montague Cl, London SE1 9DA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Mudlark is a Nicholson's pub on Montague Close in Southwark, close to London Bridge. Its website presents it as a pub serving food, and says you can eat in the dining rooms or take a quick bar snack from the same menu in the pub. Besides its classic main menu, the pub runs two dedicated menus. One is a speciality fish house menu, listing mussels in Nicholson's pale ale, sea food thermidor and Shetland salmon fillet, and the other is a Sausage and Chop House menu, with venison and red wine, lamb and sujuk and wild boar and apple sausages, plus pork, Barnsley lamb and porterhouse chops. There is a dessert menu with sticky toffee pudding, a cheese board, and buffet menus for groups. The pub also mentions cask ale and wine. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. London Bridge station is about four minutes away on foot, with Monument and Cannon Street six to seven minutes away. Outdoor seating is recorded.

• The Market Porter – 9 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  Nestled beside the vibrant Borough Market, The Market Porter is a traditional Victorian pub with a charming dining room offering panoramic views. While not explicitly detailed, its historic pub ambiance and location in a bustling market area suggest a welcoming atmosphere for patrons and their canine companions. Conveniently located near London Bridge station, it's an ideal spot to enjoy classic British fare and a pint after exploring the area.

Nearest Stations

• Borough (4 venues)
• London Bridge (3 venues)
• Southwark (2 venues)
• Cannon Street (2 venues)
• Waterloo East (1 venue)

Which dog-friendly pubs in Borough are closest to the station?

The Blue Maid is your nearest option, just a 3-minute walk from Borough station, and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). It's a historic pub with a traditional setting, perfect for a quick stop. The Ministry, Borough is 5 minutes from Borough station and was also checked by Paws of London before listing, offering a unique atmosphere in a converted Victorian printworks.

Are there dog-friendly pubs in Borough with outdoor seating?

Yes, 2 of the 3 venues listed here have outdoor seating. The Mudlark, a historic Nicholson's pub by London Bridge (4-minute walk), lists outdoor seating and was checked by Paws of London before listing. The Ministry, Borough also offers outdoor seating and was checked by Paws of London before listing. Outdoor areas can be lovely in good weather, though always check on arrival which spaces welcome dogs.

What's the highest-rated dog-friendly pub in Borough?

The Blue Maid leads with a 4.8 out of 5 rating. This historic local gem near Borough station was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and welcomes well-behaved dogs in a traditional pub setting. It's the sort of place where you can enjoy a proper pint knowing your four-legged friend is also welcome.

Can I take my dog to a pub near London Bridge station?

The Mudlark is just a 4-minute walk from London Bridge and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). This historic Nicholson's pub, steeped in over 150 years of British heritage, is known for excellent pints and classic British pies. It also lists outdoor seating. It's rated 4.3 out of 5.

Are all the pubs in Borough definitely dog-friendly?

All 3 venues have no confirmed dog policy yet, though each was checked by Paws of London before listing through their websites and recent reviews. The latest policy evidence is dated 7 March 2026. While the research suggests dogs are welcome, none have directly confirmed with us or state it on their websites, so it's always wise to call ahead if you're travelling specially.

What kind of pub experience can I get in Borough with my dog?

Borough offers everything from traditional historic boozers to unique converted spaces. The Blue Maid (rated 4.8/5) delivers a classic local-gem atmosphere, while The Mudlark near the Thames serves up Nicholson's heritage pints and British pies. The Ministry, Borough offers something different in a converted Victorian printworks with over 20 weekly events. All were checked by Paws of London before listing.