Dog-Friendly Pubs in Greenwich
Greenwich offers a wonderful selection of dog-friendly pubs where you and your four-legged friend can settle in for a pint and a bite. The River Ale House, rated 4.8 out of 5, is Greenwich's first micropub and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). It's known for its wide selection of local and regional beers, ciders, gins, and wines, and sits just a 5-minute walk from Westcombe Park station. The Ashburnham Arms, rated 4.6 out of 5, states on its website that dogs are welcome and offers an enclosed garden, making it a lovely spot for a relaxed visit. It's only a 3-minute walk from Greenwich station.
Across the 4 venues listed on this page, 1 of 4 have an enclosed garden. Whether you're after award-winning real ales, wood-fired pizza, or a quirky atmosphere near the Cutty Sark, Greenwich's dog-friendly pub scene has something for every taste. Just remember that 3 of 4 have no confirmed dog policy yet, so it's worth calling ahead to double-check before you travel.
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 River Ale House – 131 Woolwich Rd, London SE10 0RJ, United Kingdom (4.8/5)
The River Ale House is a pub at 131 Woolwich Road in Greenwich, which describes itself as Greenwich's first micropub. It officially opened its doors on 13 September 2017, after almost two years of preparation by the owners, who say they love beer and micropubs. The approach is a range of beer styles at reasonable prices. Most of the beer comes from breweries in and around London and Kent, with something from further afield usually on as well. Every beer has tasting notes, and staff will give a taster if you cannot decide. The pub also stocks ciders, gins and wines, each with tasting notes, plus whiskey and rum intended for sipping rather than mixing. 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 station is Westcombe Park, a 5 minute walk, with Maze Hill about 10 minutes away and Charlton about 15.
- The Prince of Greenwich Pub – 72 Royal Hill, London SE10 8RT, United Kingdom (4.7/5)
The Prince of Greenwich is a pub at 72 Royal Hill in Greenwich. It stands in the historical Victorian pub that was called the Albert, at the bottom of Point Hill, and says it keeps the charm and integrity of the original building. The decor is from La Rosa Collection. The kitchen serves Italian traditional dishes in what the pub calls the unique atmosphere of the English pub, alongside quality beers and gin and tonic by the fireplace. Reservations are taken through an online form. The pub also has rooms above it, described as quirky and elegant. For dog owners, 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 website says no pets or children are allowed in the rooms above the pub. Greenwich station is a 5 minute walk, Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich 8 and DLR Greenwich 9.
- Ashburnham Arms – 25 Ashburnham Grove, London SE10 8UH, United Kingdom (4.6/5)
The Ashburnham Arms is a pub at 25 Ashburnham Grove in Greenwich. It stands in the Ashburnham triangle, off Greenwich High Road, on a quiet residential street away from the tourist centre, and its website says it has served the local community since 1850. The kitchen serves classic, home-cooked dishes, and the pub lists real ales from what it calls Britain's oldest brewery, and wines. The dining page mentions a menu of starters that also work as tapas, pizzas, a Burger Club menu, pie of the day and fish and chips, and Sunday roasts including a nut roast and a children's roast. A Mini-Arms menu is served Wednesday to Saturday, and set menus, buffets or garden barbecues can be arranged in advance. Outside there is a patio at the front and a large garden at the back, and a conservatory lets in light. For dog owners, the pub is listed as a dog-friendly pub, and an enclosed garden is recorded. Greenwich station is about three minutes away on foot, and Deptford Bridge about six.
- Cutty Sark – 4-6 Ballast Quay, London SE10 9PD, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
The Cutty Sark is a riverside pub and restaurant at 4-6 Ballast Quay in Greenwich, on the banks of the River Thames. It is run by Young & Co.'s Brewery and describes itself as a historical riverside pub. The kitchen serves seasonal dishes made from British ingredients, with hearty pub classics and seafood dishes on the menu. The pub says its seafood is served fresh daily, and on Sundays the kitchen prepares a roast. Drinks include real ales and wines from around the world, and the pub has a pub garden for drinking outside. Upstairs, a private room called the Crows Nest overlooks the Thames and can be booked for weddings, parties, family gatherings and business meetings. Paws of London lists the Cutty Sark 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 station is Maze Hill, a six-minute walk, and Island Gardens on the DLR is about nine minutes away on foot.
- The Pelton Arms – The Pelton Arms, 23-25 Pelton Rd, London SE10 9PQ, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
The Pelton Arms is a pub at 23-25 Pelton Road, Greenwich, SE10 9PQ, in the Greenwich Peninsula area. It describes itself as "a friendly local pub serving real ales" and has guest rooms above the bar. The pub lists two food selections. Wandercrust serves wood-fired sourdough Neapolitan pizza, and Afuego offers Latin-inspired tacos, burgers, wings and sides, with its own opening hours on the contact page. The pub also says it is "legendary for its live bands and acts", so music is a regular part of the pub's identity. Visitors can sign up on the site for news, offers and events, and a bookings email address is given on the contact page. 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 Maze Hill, a 5 minute walk away, and Island Gardens on the DLR, about 11 minutes on foot.
- Kings Arms – 16 King William Walk, London SE10 9JH, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
The Kings Arms is a Greene King pub at 16 King William Walk in Greenwich. Its website presents food as the centre of what the pub does, and describes the welcome and friendly service as part of the appeal. The menu runs from traditional pub classics such as steak and ale pie and fish and chips to contemporary dishes, with vegan and vegetarian options. The pub also lists a lunch menu, a pub dinner menu and ever-changing dishes, plus alternative menus for guests with specific dietary requirements, including a menu with no gluten-containing ingredients. Tables can be booked online, and the pub says you are welcome to visit without a booking. Groups of more than six are asked to contact the pub directly. For dog owners, dogs are recorded as welcome indoors, and the pub describes its beer garden as a family-friendly area where your dog can join. Outdoor seating, an enclosed garden and step-free access are also recorded. Cutty Sark and Greenwich DLR stations are each about three minutes away on foot.
- The Gipsy Moth – 60 Greenwich Church St, Greater, London SE10 9BL, United Kingdom (4.4/5)
A quirky British pub nestled in Greenwich, just moments from the Cutty Sark and DLR. The Gipsy Moth offers a warm, homely atmosphere with a bohemian edge, serving flavoursome food and an eclectic drinks menu. It's a great spot to relax after exploring the area, and a listed dog-friendly venue.
- Ye Olde Rose & Crown Greenwich – 1 Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ER, United Kingdom (4.4/5)
Ye Olde Rose & Crown is a traditional pub at 1 Crooms Hill in Greenwich, part of the Greene King estate. Its own page says it was first established during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and rebuilt in 1888, and the interior keeps cast iron fireplaces and a wood-panelled bar. The pub serves a food menu of classic dishes, from small plates to larger mains, with a bar for drinks, and it offers free Wi-Fi. Its social calendar includes drag shows, quiz nights, bingo, karaoke and cabaret. The pub is close to Greenwich Theatre and Greenwich Park, both of which it names as being on its doorstep. The pub's own description calls it a dog-friendly spot. The dog-policy card below shows where Paws of London's own record comes from and when it was last checked. The nearest stations are Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich on the DLR, about a 4 minute walk, and Greenwich station, about 5 minutes away.
- Richard The First – 52/54 Royal Hill, London SE10 8RT, United Kingdom (4.4/5)
Richard the First is a neighbourhood pub at 52-54 Royal Hill in Greenwich, run by Jamie and the team. It describes itself as a proper Greenwich local, a short stroll from central Greenwich and 400m from the DLR. The bar serves guest ales, craft beers, wines and a back bar of spirits. The food is built around British classics such as roast dinners, fish and chips and sticky toffee pudding. The pub says its seafood comes from independent day boat fishermen. It also has a covered and heated beer garden, and its indoor spaces and outdoor areas can be used for celebrations and events. The pub's own copy says it is dog friendly and that dogs get fussed before their owners do. It also lists the garden as somewhere to pop by with your dog. The nearest stations are Greenwich (5 minutes on foot), Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich (8 minutes) and DLR Greenwich (9 minutes).
- The Guildford Arms – 55 Guildford Grove, London SE10 8JY, United Kingdom (4.4/5)
The Guildford Arms is a neighbourhood pub at 55 Guildford Grove in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. It serves Sunday roasts, which its website says are known as some of the best in Greenwich, and it recommends booking ahead because they do sell out. The kitchen also has a Robata Grill for a dedicated selection of grilled dishes, alongside what the pub calls comforting favourites. Behind the pub is a beer garden, described on the site as a leafy outdoor space surrounded by greenery. Paws of London records outdoor seating and an enclosed garden. The pub also takes bookings for gatherings, from celebrations to a private meal or a wake, and says its team will help set the atmosphere. On dogs, the pub states that they are very welcome. Its website says water bowls are ready for them, and Paws of London's evidence notes an explicit Dog Friendly statement. The nearest station is Greenwich, a four-minute walk, with Deptford Bridge about six minutes away and Elverson Road about eight.
- Trafalgar Tavern – Park Row, London SE10 9NW, United Kingdom (4.4/5)
The Trafalgar Tavern is a riverside pub on Park Row in Greenwich, overlooking the Thames. The building opened in 1837, the year of Queen Victoria's accession, on the site of the older Old George Tavern. The pub's history page says it closed in 1915, and it did not reopen as a public house until 1965. It also notes that Charles Dickens used it as the setting for a wedding breakfast in Our Mutual Friend. Inside, the walls carry artefacts and paintings telling the story of Britain's naval history, and each room honours a naval victory or figure. The pub has the Nile Restaurant and the Collingwood Bar. It serves pub lunches, Sunday roast and fish and chips, with more than 20 local and national beers on tap and a whiskey array of over 100 varieties. Private events and weddings can be booked. 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. DLR Greenwich and Cutty Sark are each a 5 minute walk, and DLR Island Gardens is 6 minutes away.
- Coach and Horses, Greenwich – 5B Greenwich Market, London SE10 9HZ, United Kingdom (4.3/5)
The Coach & Horses is a pub in the centre of Greenwich Market, at 5B Greenwich Market, just around the corner from the Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum and the Royal Observatory. Its website says it has been a popular pub for shoppers and tourists since 1780. There is a terrace in the market with garden tables, described by the pub as covered against the weather, and it can be used for parties. The head chef cooks British dishes, including a Sunday roast with Yorkshire puddings and a vegan special. Two of its specialities are scotch eggs with fillings such as prawn cocktail, lamb and falafel, and a selection of sausage and mash with Cumberland or lamb and apricot sausages and a choice of mashes. The pub says it is proud to be a dog-friendly pub. Paws of London's dog-policy card below shows where its own record comes from and when it was last checked. Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich and Greenwich DLR are each about a 2 minute walk away.
- Enderby House – 23 Telegraph Ave, London SE10 0TH, United Kingdom (4.3/5)
Enderby House is a riverside pub and restaurant at 23 Telegraph Avenue on the Greenwich Peninsula, in Enderby's Wharf on the Thames. The pub says it is moments from The O2 and about a 20 minute walk from the Cutty Sark. Its website dates the house to 1830 and links it to the Enderby family, rope and canvas makers, whose factory stood nearby. The pub has two garden terraces, a river terrace and several private rooms. The menu covers British pub classics and daily specials including seafood, with vegetarian and vegan dishes. The private rooms have high-speed WiFi and barista coffee, and can be used for meetings, private dining and family celebrations. For dog owners, the pub describes itself as dog-friendly and says it loves it when dogs bring their humans out for a walk and come down to the pub. Maze Hill station is an 11 minute walk, Island Gardens 12 minutes and North Greenwich 13 minutes.
- Old Brewery – The Pepys Building, The Old Royal Naval College, London SE10 9NN, United Kingdom (4.3/5)
The Old Brewery is a pub and restaurant in the Pepys Building of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, in the London Borough of Greenwich. Its website says it sits about a 2-minute walk from the Cutty Sark, and that it has a garden. Inside, the dining room keeps the original brewing tanks for Meantime, the local brewery. The kitchen serves British dishes made with seasonal ingredients, with brunch, lunch and dinner options, alongside spirits, wines and locally brewed craft beers. The pub also has a courtyard, and it hosts weddings and private celebrations. For dog owners, Paws of London has recorded water bowls for dogs, outdoor seating, an enclosed garden and staff who welcome dogs. The nearest stations are Cutty Sark (1 minute on foot) and DLR Greenwich (also 1 minute).
- The Sail Loft, Greenwich – 11 Victoria Parade, London SE10 9FR, United Kingdom (4.2/5)
The Sail Loft is a Fuller's pub and restaurant at 11 Victoria Parade, Greenwich, on the bank of the River Thames. It has an outdoor terrace at the water's edge and a first-floor dining area with views over the city. The kitchen serves refined pub classics, and the bar pours craft beers and cask ales. The pub also has a garden, and function rooms for business meetings, weddings and birthdays. A lift is available, and there is wheelchair access from the rear of the building. Some guests arrive by boat from Westminster or the O2. The Sail Loft sits close to the Cutty Sark, the Royal Observatory and the National Maritime Museum. The nearest stations are Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich (3 minutes on foot) and DLR Greenwich (4 minutes), and paid parking is available nearby. 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.
- Greenwich Tavern – 1 King William Walk, London SE10 9JH, United Kingdom (4.1/5)
The Greenwich Tavern is a pub at 1 King William Walk, just outside the Greenwich Park gates. The building was previously the Gloucester Hotel and later the Gloucester Arms, and a newspaper report from 1851 mentions a fire at the Gloucester Hotel, one of the earliest recorded references to the establishment. The menu ranges from British classics to modern plates, including fish and chips, burgers, Sunday roasts and vegan-friendly options, with a bar that stocks craft beers, local ales, wines and cocktails. There is comfortable seating across two floors and a beer garden space. The private room, overlooking the park, holds up to 80 guests standing or 40 seated, and the pub hosts birthdays, weddings and product launches. For dog owners, the pub describes itself as dog-friendly, and Paws of London records outdoor seating and an enclosed garden. The website also mentions a spacious outdoor seating area for a pint after a walk through Greenwich Park. Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich is a 4 minute walk and Greenwich DLR is 5.
Nearest Stations
- Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich (10 venues)
- DLR Greenwich (10 venues)
- Cutty Sark (8 venues)
- Greenwich (4 venues)
- Maze Hill (4 venues)
Which dog-friendly pubs in Greenwich are closest to the station?
The Gipsy Moth is the closest, just a 1-minute walk from DLR Greenwich, and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Ashburnham Arms is a 3-minute walk from Greenwich station and states on its website that dogs are welcome. The Pelton Arms is 5 minutes from Maze Hill station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).
Are there any dog-friendly pubs in Greenwich with an enclosed garden?
Yes, the Ashburnham Arms has an enclosed garden and states on its website that dogs are welcome. It's a traditional pub in a quiet residential street serving hearty home-cooked food, wines, and award-winning real ales. The garden adds a safe outdoor space for dogs to enjoy alongside their owners.
What is the highest-rated dog-friendly pub in Greenwich?
The River Ale House has the highest rating at 4.8 out of 5 and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). It's Greenwich's first micropub and has won several Pub of The Year awards. You'll find a wide selection of local and regional beers, ciders, gins, and wines here, and it's just a 5-minute walk from Westcombe Park station.
Can I get food at dog-friendly pubs in Greenwich?
Yes, several pubs offer food. The Ashburnham Arms states on its website that dogs are welcome and serves hearty home-cooked food alongside award-winning real ales. The Pelton Arms, which was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), is known for Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza from Wandercrust and Latin-inspired street food from Afuego. The Gipsy Moth serves flavoursome food and was also checked by Paws of London before listing.
How many dog-friendly pubs are listed in Greenwich?
There are 4 venues listed on this page. However, 1 of 4 have a website stating dogs are allowed, and 3 of 4 have no confirmed dog policy yet. The latest policy evidence is dated 2026-07-20. It's always a good idea to call ahead and confirm the current dog policy before visiting with your pet.
Are there any quirky or unique dog-friendly pubs in Greenwich?
The Gipsy Moth is a quirky British pub with a bohemian edge, nestled in Greenwich just moments from the Cutty Sark and DLR. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and offers a warm, homely atmosphere with an eclectic drinks menu. The River Ale House is also unique as Greenwich's first micropub, was checked by Paws of London before listing, and has won several Pub of The Year awards.