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Dog-friendly South Bristol

South of the river is arguably Bristol's most dog-friendly corner. From the independent cafes, pubs and shops lining North Street to the wide-open greenery of Ashton Court and Victoria Park, Bedminster, Southville and Windmill Hill are made for days out with your dog. Here are the spots that genuinely welcome four-legged visitors, many with water bowls, treats and a proper fuss as standard.

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The Malago in Southville, Bristol

The Malago

Southville

Probably the most dog-friendly restaurant in South Bristol. A family-run independent on North Street serving brilliant brunches, a la carte lunches, and Sund...

The Spotted Cow in Bedminster, Bristol

The Spotted Cow

Bedminster

A much-loved Bedminster local that does the basics brilliantly. Good seasonal food, local ales, a great beer garden for summer afternoons, and a roaring fire...

The Victoria Park in Bedminster, Bristol

The Victoria Park

Bedminster

A cosy neighbourhood pub right next to (you guessed it), Victoria Park. Amazing beer garden with an incredible view. Delicious selection of drinks and cockta...

The Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar in Southville, Bristol

The Tobacco Factory Cafe Bar

Southville

A Southville institution. The cafe bar inside the Tobacco Factory serves food from locally-sourced ingredients and welcomes dogs throughout with water and tr...

Bristol Beer Factory Taproom in Southville, Bristol

Bristol Beer Factory Taproom

Southville

The taproom attached to Bristol Beer Factory's brewery, serving the full BBF range in a relaxed, industrial-style space. Dogs are welcome and it's a great en...

Kask Wine Bar in Southville, Bristol

Kask Wine Bar

Southville

A small, brilliant natural wine bar on North Street. Dogs are welcome and resident dogs sometimes make an appearance. A lovely end-of-afternoon spot after a ...

Spirited in Bedminster, Bristol

Spirited

Bedminster

A dog-friendly bar in Bedminster called out by Visit Bristol as one of the spots where you can say hello to resident dogs on arrival. A relaxed, welcoming lo...

VX Bristol in Bedminster, Bristol

VX Bristol

Bedminster

A fully plant-based vegan junk food cafe and grocers south of the river. Known for indulgent, creative vegan food and a relaxed, counter-culture atmosphere. ...

Ashton Court Estate Courtyard Cafe in Ashton, Bristol

Ashton Court Estate Courtyard Cafe

Ashton

Set in the old mansion at Ashton Court, this dog-friendly cafe is the perfect end to one of Bristol's best dog walks. Serves hot drinks, snacks, and doggy ic...

Bark Park in Bedminster, Bristol

Bark Park

Bedminster

A small, enclosed, off-lead dog park in South Street Park designed specifically for dogs. A long mound runs through the middle for ball games and there are b...

Greville Smyth Park in Ashton, Bristol

Greville Smyth Park

Ashton

A well-loved green space close to North Street with open grass areas, mature trees, and a relaxed atmosphere popular with local dog owners. Flat, easy underf...

Victoria Park in Bedminster, Bristol

Victoria Park

Bedminster

One of South Bristol's most popular green spaces with a good mix of open grass, tree-lined paths, and a bandstand. Busy with local dog walkers throughout the...

Ashton Court Estate in Ashton, Bristol

Ashton Court Estate

Ashton

Bristol's best dog walk, full stop. Over 850 acres of sweeping parkland, woodland, and deer park just minutes from the city centre. You can spend hours here ...

Manor Woods Valley in Bedminster Down, Bristol

Manor Woods Valley

Bedminster Down

A hidden gem in South Bristol, Manor Woods Valley is a peaceful Local Nature Reserve tucked away in Bedminster Down. Wooded paths, open meadows, and a stream...

The Steam Crane in Southville, Bristol

The Steam Crane

Southville

One of Southville's most characterful pubs, housed in a beautifully restored Victorian building at the bottom of North Street with a proper history behind it...

Local.Bristol

Bedminster

A proper North Street independent doing things the right way. Local.Bristol works with local breweries, distilleries, and suppliers to serve cold pints, stro...

The Hen and Chicken in Bedminster, Bristol

The Hen and Chicken

Bedminster

A North Street pub and theatre venue with a lively atmosphere. Dogs are welcome in the bar area. A great spot for an early evening drink on North Street afte...