Lead & Hearth

New Forest

Dog-friendly Lyndhurst

Pubs, places to stay and walks in and around Lyndhurst that welcome dogs.

Part of our guide to the dog-friendly New Forest.

Pubs with Fires

  • The Oak Inn

    Dogs welcome

    A traditional forest pub on Pinkney Lane in the hamlet of Bank, just outside Lyndhurst. Ponies often wander outside, so keep dogs close.

    Dogs welcome.

  • The Waterloo Arms

    Dogs welcome

    A thatched pub at Pikes Hill on the northern edge of Lyndhurst, with a real fire and a fenced rear garden.

    Dogs welcome.

Dog-Friendly Cottages

  • Toad Hall Cottages

    Selected properties

    A letting agency with cottages in and around Lyndhurst, including dog-friendly options such as Camellia Cottage, a short walk from the high street.

    Some Lyndhurst cottages take dogs; filter for pet-friendly when booking.

Trail Inns & Walks

  • The Crown Stirrup

    Dogs welcome

    A pub on the outskirts of Lyndhurst whose garden gate opens straight onto the forest.

    Dogs of all sizes welcome.