Best dog-friendly pub walks for a pint and a roaring fire in Cornwall

Autumn and winter walks are a treat for the senses - and even better if there is a pint and a cosy pub at the end of it. It's likely you're getting out and about to explore the county's natural beauty.

And now you have top tips from outdoor experts for exploring the region's beautiful pathways. Even better if you’ve got a furry friend to keep you company.

Research conducted by outdoor robe and apparel brand D-Robe has revealed the seven best pub walks in Cornwall where weary walkers can enjoy good food, warm drinks and a roaring fire. They’re also dog-friendly, so there is nothing to stop you.

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Best dog-friendly pub walking routes in Cornwall

1. Lizard, Kynance Cove / Church Cove Circular / The Top House Inn 88.6/100

The Farmers Arms nestled in the heart of The Lizard village takes the top spot in the rankings with a score of 88.6/100. This wonderful pub can be enjoyed as part of the Lizard, Kynance Cove and Church Cove Circular, which promises stunning views along the Lizard Peninsula.

The walk is 9.8km long and takes roughly two hours and 35 minutes to complete - or longer if you want to enjoy the scenery. Users on the app highlight that dogs are safe to be off lead for large portions of the walk, which helped it score highly. However, care should always be taken in sections that are steep and rocky.

2. Talland Bay To Polperro Out-And-Back / The Blue Peter Inn - 80.8/100

In second place is The Blue Peter Inn in Polperro with a score of 80.9/100. The Talland Bay To Polperro Out-And-Back offers some stunning views. However, walkers should wrap up and stay safe on this more challenging route.

At around 4.8km, this walk should take an estimated one hour and 22 minutes to complete. Dogs may be let off lead, particularly at Talland Bay beach, but walkers should always respect good dog-walking etiquette, depending on weather and walking conditions.

3. Porth Joke and Holywell Beach Circular / The Treguth Inn - 75.7/100

In third place is the Treguth Inn in Newquay with a score of 75.7/100. This pastoral little pub can be enjoyed as part of the Porth Joke and Holywell Beach Circular, an easy route that hugs the cliffs, which is also known as Polly Joke.

At 6km, this leg-stretcher should take an estimated one hour 28 minutes to complete. Polly Joke and Holywell are dog-friendly beaches all year round, which makes it a perfect place to let them run off that winter energy.

4. St Just to Cape Cornwall Circular / The Kings Arms - 73.9/100

5. Mylor Bridge to the Pandora Inn / Pandora Inn - 51.9/100

6. High Carnkie, Carnkie, Carn Brea and Piece Circular / Countryman Inn - 50.1/100

7. Morwenstow Circular / The Bush Inn - 38.3/100

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Matt Salkeld, spokesperson for D-Robe said: “As the weather starts to turn colder, many of us find it difficult to stay active. But autumn is a great time to get out and explore, especially in a beautiful region like Cornwall.

“We wanted to pull this list together to help walkers of all abilities find some really amazing routes to explore. And a wonderfully warm pub after a long walk is a great incentive! The added bonus of knowing the locations are dog-friendly ensures that our furry friends won’t be left out in the cold, so they can enjoy the experience too.”

Using the outdoor recreation app AllTrails, the D-Robe team analysed all ‘circular’ and ‘there and back’ walks where a pub could also be found along the route. The walks were then scored based on overall ratings, total distance, and whether they are dog-friendly.

Additional points were awarded if users had highlighted that dogs could be let off lead. The team then analysed the pubs found on each respective route.

Using Trip Advisor data, they scored the pubs based on their rating score, the percentage of ‘excellent’ reviews. Using reviews and further research, the team also identified if the locations are dog-friendly and have a usable fire.