Dog-Friendly Pubs in Camden Town

Camden Town offers a solid selection of dog-friendly pubs, whether you're browsing the markets or exploring the music scene along Camden High Street. You'll find seven pubs listed here, and 3 of the 7 have outdoor seating for enjoying a pint with your four-legged companion. The area is highly walkable, with most venues within a few minutes of Camden Town station.

The Bucks Head is a convenient pit stop just a minute's walk from Camden Town station, and it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). If you're after a rooftop terrace, Lock Inn Camden offers outdoor seating overlooking Camden Lock and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Earl of Camden states on its website that dogs are welcome and stands out with an enclosed garden and step-free access, just a 3-minute stroll from the station.

Most venues here lack a formal dog policy statement online, so it's always wise to phone ahead if you're travelling far. The pubs themselves range from historic haunts to lively spots with live music.

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.

• Old Eagle Pub – 251 Royal College St, London NW1 9LU, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Old Eagle Pub is a highly-rated pub in the heart of Camden Town, just a minute's walk from Camden Road station. While specific dog policies aren't detailed, its listing as a dog-friendly venue suggests a welcoming atmosphere for canine companions. Enjoy a drink in this popular North London spot.

• The Sheephaven Bay – 2 Mornington St, London NW1 7QD, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Sheephaven Bay is an Irish pub at 2 Mornington Street in Camden Town. It has two bars, three separate seating areas and 14 plasma TV screens showing sport, plus a conservatory that leads onto the beer garden. Each room has its own character. One is filled with signed sport memorabilia, including football shirts, scarves and F1 items, and has a darts board. The largest keeps a traditional Irish feel, with couches, a fireplace and views of the pub's gin and malt whiskey collections. A 25 square metre function room leads only to the beer garden and can hold around 40 people. The pub serves traditional English home cooking, and veggie dishes are available, although it does not serve vegan dishes. Guinness is a point of pride. For dog owners, the pub invites customers to bring their dogs along and describes itself as a very dog friendly place, with a #DogsOfSheephaven hashtag. The bar and the garden both have wheelchair access. Mornington Crescent station is a three-minute walk, with Camden Town about seven minutes and Camden Road about ten.

• Bucks Head – 202 Camden High St, London NW1 8QR, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  Bucks Head is a pub at 202 Camden High Street in Camden Town, run by Social Pub and Kitchen. The pub says it sits right next to Buck Street Market, and at weekends DJs take over the bar. The kitchen serves burgers, including chicken and vegan options, stone-baked and Detroit-style pizzas, loaded nachos, crispy chicken wings and sweetcorn riblets. There is a bottomless brunch menu, a kids menu, and breakfast dishes from a full English to sausage sarnies. Guests can order from the table through the website or a QR code on the table, and the pub has large HD screens for live sport. The pub's dog-friendly page says well-behaved dogs are welcome and that it puts out water bowls, and may have a stash of treats behind the bar. It also says entry may occasionally be restricted during busy periods, at the team's discretion on the day. Camden Town station is a 1 minute walk, Camden Road 4 minutes and Kentish Town West 9 minutes.

• The Hawley Arms – 2 Castlehaven Rd, London NW1 8QU, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  The Hawley Arms is a pub at 2 Castlehaven Road in Camden Town, just by the Camden Town railway bridge. Its current custodians have run it since 2004, aiming for a home from home atmosphere where people can come together or sit contentedly alone. A refit gave the pub a second floor, which the pub says has hosted many gigs by well known and newly starting musicians. In 2019 the team bought the pub after a year long campaign. It calls itself a boozer at heart, with a huge selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, plus teas and coffees, a food menu and a Sunday roast. Tables can be requested for inside, the ground floor patio or the roof terrace, though not every table is booked out because the pub wants to keep space for walk-ins. 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. Camden Town is a 4 minute walk, with Camden Road 5 minutes and Kentish Town West 6 minutes away on foot.

• Lock Inn Camden – 2 Jamestown Rd, London NW1 7BY, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  Lock Inn Camden is a pub at 2 Jamestown Road, NW1 7BY, in Camden Town. It describes itself as "the pub that doesn’t compromise on sound, taste, or atmosphere", and its main draw is a rooftop terrace overlooking Camden Lock. The drinks side leans towards spirits and craft beer. The pub lists handmade spirits and local craft beers, with a range of gin serves that are all served with Indian tonic, and it offers homemade infusion shots. Spirits are poured as a double measure (50ml) as standard unless you ask the staff for something different. On the food side it serves lunches and dinners, plus a Sunday roast, and it runs vinyl DJ nights that play classic and modern tracks on weekends. 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. Outdoor seating is recorded here. The nearest stations are Camden Town (2 minutes on foot), Camden Road (5 minutes) and Kentish Town West (8 minutes).

• The World's End – 174 Camden High St, London NW1 0NE, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The World's End is a pub at 174 Camden High Street, directly opposite Camden Town tube station. It describes itself as a North London landmark for as long as anyone can remember, and says it has a long history with famous patrons including Charles Dickens. Inside there are two bars and a mezzanine balcony seating area, and the main bar sits where an open marketplace once stood. Underneath the pub is the Underworld, which the pub calls one of Camden's most iconic live music venues. The kitchen serves stone-baked pizzas, loaded fries and chicken or cauliflower wings, including a challenge it calls wing roulette. The pub can be hired for events, and tables can be booked online. The website states a dress code of no tracksuit bottoms. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows what has been checked. Camden Town is a 1 minute walk away, Camden Road about 5 minutes and Mornington Crescent about 7.

• The Elephants Head – 224 Camden High St, London NW1 8QR, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Elephants Head is a corner pub at 224 Camden High Street, in Camden Town. The pub describes itself as a legendary corner pub, and says the interior has a long Victorian bar and tiled walls. The drinks list covers beers and ciders, cocktails, premium spirits and wines, with low and no alcohol options as well. Live music is a regular feature, from grassroots guitar bands to other acts, and the pub also runs weekly quizzes and late-night events. It says it is happy to take walk-ins whenever possible, and tables can be booked by phone. The nearest stations are Camden Town (2 minutes on foot), Camden Road (4 minutes) and Kentish Town West (8 minutes), which makes it an easy stop before or after a walk along the canal or around the high street. 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.

• Earl Of Camden – 55 Parkway, London NW1 7PN, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Earl of Camden is a pub at 55 Parkway in Camden Town, in the London Borough of Camden. The pub describes itself as the best kept secret in Camden, just a short stroll from the station, and Camden Town station is a 3 minute walk away. Its website lists pizzas and burgers on the food side. The bar serves ales, world beers, a wide spirit selection and soft drinks. Paws of London records outdoor seating, an enclosed garden and step-free access, so there is space outside as well as in. Dogs are welcome here: the pub is recorded as a dog friendly pub. For getting there, Camden Town is the closest station, and Camden Road and Mornington Crescent are each about 7 minutes away on foot.

• Camden Head – 100 Camden High St, London NW1 0LU, United Kingdom (4.1/5)

  The Camden Head is a pub at 100 Camden High Street in Camden Town. It describes itself as the home of great music, Camden Head Lates and the Camden Comedy Club. The Camden Comedy Club is upstairs and the pub says it was established in 2014 and runs seven nights a week. Camden Head Lates is the pub's late-night club night, held on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights with resident DJs, and entry is free. Food comes from Russell's Kitchen, which serves classic pub food such as burgers, pie and mash, and fish and chips, along with wings, Caesar salad and chips. 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 Camden Town, about 4 minutes on foot, Mornington Crescent at 5 minutes and Camden Road at 6 minutes.

Nearest Stations

• Camden Town (9 venues)
• Camden Road (9 venues)
• Kentish Town West (5 venues)
• Mornington Crescent (4 venues)

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

The Bucks Head and Old Eagle Pub are both just a 1-minute walk from their respective stations (Camden Town and Camden Road). The World's End is also a minute's walk from Camden Town station. The Elephants Head and Lock Inn Camden are 2 minutes away, while The Hawley Arms is a 4-minute walk from Camden Town. Most pubs cluster around Camden Town station, making the area very convenient for arriving by Tube with your dog.

Are dogs welcome at pubs in Camden Town?

Six of the seven pubs listed here were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews), and the Earl of Camden states on its website that dogs are welcome. However, 6 of 7 have no confirmed dog policy yet according to our latest checks, so we recommend calling ahead to confirm current rules, especially if you're travelling a distance. Dog policies can change, so a quick phone call ensures a smooth visit.

Which Camden Town pubs have outdoor seating for dogs?

Three of the 7 venues have outdoor seating. The Hawley Arms was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and offers outdoor seating, as does Lock Inn Camden, which features a rooftop terrace overlooking Camden Lock. The Earl of Camden states on its website that dogs are welcome and provides both outdoor seating and an enclosed garden, giving you the most outdoor space options in the area.

What are the highest-rated dog-friendly pubs in Camden Town?

The Bucks Head and Old Eagle Pub share the top rating at 4.6 out of 5. The Bucks Head is located right in the heart of Camden Town, a minute's walk from the station, and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Old Eagle Pub, also rated 4.6 out of 5, sits a minute's walk from Camden Road station and was checked by Paws of London before listing as well.

Are there any Camden Town pubs with step-free access for dogs?

The Earl of Camden is the only venue of the 7 with step-free access listed. It states on its website that dogs are welcome and also features an enclosed garden and outdoor seating, making it a practical choice if you need easier access. It's located a 3-minute walk from Camden Town station.

Which Camden Town pub has an enclosed garden for dogs?

The Earl of Camden is the only pub on this list with an enclosed garden. It states on its website that dogs are welcome and also offers outdoor seating and step-free access. Located just a 3-minute walk from Camden Town station, it's a solid option if you'd like a more secure outdoor space for your dog to relax while you enjoy a drink.