DOG-FRIENDLY CAFES& BAKERIES KENT
DOG-FRIENDLY CAFES & BAKERIES KENT
No 3 Coffee Shop Shorne
Gravesend
Calling all dog owners, we are super dog friendly at No3 Coffee Shop open Tuesday to Saturday!
We have a doggy menu, free treats and water and some comfy blankets for your pooch to lay down on.
There are some great local walks nearby including the well known Shorne Woods Country Park so stop by after for lunch or a slice of cake with your four legged friend!
Get in touch to reserve a table in advance or just turn up plenty of parking outside the cafe
See you and your furry friend soon free puppacinos!
The Pup Cup Doggy Cafe
Tonbridge
Discover Tonbridge's very own dog café!
Open 9am to 5pm every day, The Pup Cup is where you can unwind, sip on your favourite coffee, and enjoy the company of fellow dog lovers.
With our 3 floors of dog centric amenities, we have everything you need to pamper, spoil and entertain your pup, while you can enjoy a cuppa stress free. So much more than just a cafe, we even have a self-serve Dog Wash, a Pet Accessories Shop and an in-house dog groomer!
Bring your pup down to The Pup Cup and have a barking good time!
Follow The Pup Cup on their socials to make sure you are the first to hear or pop in and grab a coffee and say hi with your pup!
Apple Delight Takeaway
Canterbury
Take away service and tables outside if weather is nice.
Apple Delight is at Lower Hardres Farm where there is a bridle path for walking through and around the Farm
Open 7 Days a Week from 9am
Full Menu - hot and cold drinks and food
Lord Whisky Sanctuary Tea Rooms
Canterbury
In the Kent countryside, The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Tea Rooms are dog-friendly and are open every day 10am to 4pm. Pop in for an escape from the the every day for a proper cup of tea, a slice of homemade cake, or a comforting lunch — all served in a relaxed, dog-friendly setting.
Whether you're passing through or making a day of it, the cosy tea rooms are the perfect spot to unwind, catch up with friends, and enjoy a little taste of home. Every visit helps support the work of the Lord Whisky Animal Sanctuary.
The Tea Rooms are even available for a party, maybe a dog pawty why not give them a call!
Scoops
Herne Bay
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Central Parade, Herne Bay Kent CT6 5JN |
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Dog friendly Scoops Herne Bay with doggy ice cream! Coffee, waffles, plant-based ice cream options and this is what they say about the doggies - "Spoil your pup with a treat they'll love. Our delicious Scoops Dog ice cream is not only a tasty snack, but also a healthier option with reduced fat, sugar, and lactose. With added glucosamine for joint support, Vitamin C for a boosted immune system, and Omega 3 for a shiny coat, it's the perfect treat to give your four-legged friend."
Pawsome!
The Mews Brewhouse
Sittingbourne
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Unit B School Mews Iwade Sittingbourne Kent ME9 8UW |
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Dogs are welcome inside and out. Doggy drinking bowls, doggy ice cream, dog treats, puppacinos, birthday pawties by arrangement, Santa Paws at Christmas. Closed Mondays
Linehan and Coffee
Medway
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162 High Street, Rainham, Gillingham, Kent ME8 8AT |
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Dog-friendly Coffee bar situated in Linehan and Co salon hub
Mugs Folkestone
Folkestone
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The Urban Room, Harbour Street, Tram Road Folkestone Kent CT20 1QN |
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Coffee, soup, salad, toasties, inside and outside seating, dog-friendly most importantly!
Sittingbourne Train Station Cafe
Sittingbourne
Train travel is surprisingly dog friendly both Sittingbourne and Faversham cafes were dog friendly when we travelled on the train it made it that much more enjoyable why not give it a try? Sometimes feels more like a day trip if you get on a train!
Hamiltons Airfield tearoom
Ashford
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Bilsington, Stone Cross, Ashford Kent TN25 7JJ |
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A gorgeous tearoom with lovely views of the small planes taking off on certain days. Very dog friendly with water and biscuits offered! Lovely food and staff.
Thank you to Kent Companion Dog Training for the recommendation!
Harpers Café
Ashford
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01732 459777
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Victoria Park, Jemmett Road, Ashford Kent TN23 4QD |
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Dog friendly café by the new play park in Victoria Park Ashford open 8am to 4pm 7 days a week great for before or after a dog walk in the park
Windy Corner Cafe & Stores
Whitstable
outside seating - shade - open daily - close to dog friendly Whitstable beach - takeaway - dogs on leads welcome inside
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110 Nelson Road, Whitstable Kent CT5 1DZ |
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Open every day from 8am think fresh pastries, coffee, breakfast, brunch, dogs on leads welcome inside also outside seating at the front and shady down the side. Just a stone's throw from the beach head down CoastGuard Alley through West Beach Tennis courts visible from the prom or head down Nelson Road from the High Street. Takeaway too if you'd like to picnic on the beach. A store as well as a cafe, cards, gifts and deli
The Salty Dog Harbour Café
Dover
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Clock Tower, The, Union Street, Dover, Kent CT17 9FJ |
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Super dog friendly cafe with harbour views, great coffee & fresh bakes.
Perry Court Farm Shop & Cafe
Ashford
Perry Court Farm Shop and Café on Perry Court Farm (surprising?!) is dog-friendly thank you to Amy at Greenhill Animal Care for the image!
Not only is Perry Court Farm Shop and Cafe dog-friendly it is on the North Downs way footpath - a lovely three field walk from Wye station. There's a great footpath network and you can reward yourselves with a stop in the tearoom when you get there!
Coming soon to CAFE PUB DOG WALKS KENT >>
Boathouse Cafe
Isle of Sheppey
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Bartons Point Coastal Park, Marine Parade, Minster on Sea Isle of Sheppey Kent ME12 2BE |
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Dog-friendly Boathouse Cafe at Bartons Point open weekends from March 2026 hires for the water a bit later in the season. Check their Facebook page The Boathouse Cafe - Bartons Point for current information
Loddington Farm
Maidstone
Dog friendly cafe in the courtyard behind the farm shop for coffee and breakfast or lunch The cafe is open Wednesday to Saturday 9am - 4pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm. Dogs also welcome at Loddington Tap open Thursdays to Sundays check their website for opening hours
Grain and Hearth
Faversham
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1a Gatefield Lane, Faversham Kent ME13 8NX |
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Dog friendly bakery Faversham - Sourdough Bakery & Café - Fresh Bread + Pastries - 9am to 3pm closed Mondays - Food & Wine evenings
Merriments Cafe and Gardens
Hawkhurst
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Hawkhurst Road, Hurst Green, Etchingham TN19 7RA |
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Merriments Garden is a vibrant four-acre haven celebrated for its rich seasonal colour and imaginative planting schemes. With an on-site café serving homemade meals, it’s the perfect destination for those seeking inspiration, tranquility, or simply a delightful day out immersed in horticultural creativity.
Coastal Park Garden Cafe
Isle of Sheppey
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The Garden Cafe, Shellness Road, Leysdown-on-Sea, Isle of Sheppey Kent ME12 4RH |
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Dog friendly cafe now open for the 2026 season open daily
Abbey Cake Shop
Isle of Sheppey
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1 Chapel Street, Minster on Sea, Isle of Sheppey Kent ME12 3QF |
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Dog friendly coffee shop in Minster village closed Sundays
Cafe at Leybourne Lakes Country Park
Maidstone Tonbridge
Welcome to our Refuel Café – a cozy spot for tasty snacks, drinks and beautiful lakeside views, open 364 days a year! Your four-legged friends won’t miss out either, with dog-friendly ice creams to get them through the warm summer months, plus a pup cup or dog bone, suitable for all weathers! Visitors can shelter from the elements, come rain or shine, with indoor and outdoor seating, all with disabled access.
Cups n Pups Dog Experience Cafe
Sevenoaks
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18 London Road, Dunton Green, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2UE |
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Pups n Cups is a dog friendly cafe with resident pugs and French bulldogs you can meet, cuddle and play with
Matestone Coffee and Tea House
Maidstone
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12-13 Middle Row, Maidstone, Kent ME14 1TG |
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Dog-friendly cafe.
Church Mouse Tea Rooms
Canterbury
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The Square, Chilham, Canterbury Kent CT4 8DA |
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According to their website "Freshly made sandwiches and light meals, delicious homemade cakes and scones" and most importantly muddy paws and muddy boots welcome! Situated in the square of this quaint village and as at March 2026 open from 9:30am – 4:00pm, 6 days a week. Closed Wednesday
Cafe Nucleus, Chatham
Chatham
At the Multi award-winning Café Nucleus, you’ll be welcomed with a warm smile, a great atmosphere and fantastic food – sourcing our ingredients from local farms and suppliers wherever possible. Dogs are always welcome. Enjoy fantastic food amongst the palm trees, tree ferns and tropical flowers.
Boat and Bean
Maidstone
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Bow Hill, Wateringbury, Kent ME18 5ED |
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Dog friendly cafe on the river with beautiful views great paired with a riverside walk. Open every day except Weds from 10am but do check socials as this is subject to change seasonally. Correct as at May 2026. Serves coffees, drinks, brunch, doggy menu, doggy beers, paw star martinis lol! Licensed.
Vintage Empire Tearoom
Herne Bay
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01227 360258
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104 High Street, Herne Bay Kent CT6 5LE |
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Dog-friendly Vintage Empire Tearoom Herne Bay has indoor and outdoor seating, dog blankets and dog treats. Open Monday to Saturday at time of writing but do check their socials. Outside seating
Twist's of Broadstairs
Broadstairs
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07398 234373
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neal@twistsofbroadstairs.co.uk |
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2 York Street, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 1PD |
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Dog friendly Italian pizzeria with a twist, in the heart of Broadstairs. Serving brunch, pizzas and desserts. Tea, coffee, cold drinks and cake available during the day.
Natures Nook
Margate
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High Street Margate Kent CT9 1DT |
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Dog friendly health food cafe open daily - afternoons only Mondays and Tuesdays
Forts Coffee
Thanet
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8 Cliff Terrace, Cliftonville, Margate Kent CT9 1RU |
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Dude had a pawsome time at Forts Coffee Margate after his walk on the beach, pictured hoping for some delicious scrambled egg! Forts Coffee is also in Broadstairs at 1 Chandos Road
Sweet Fifteen
Tunbridge Wells
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15 The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5TD |
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Dogs welcome inside and out. Puppacinos and Doggy Ice Cream served.
Esquires Coffee Crayford
Dartford
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171-173 Crayford Road, Dartford Kent DA1 4HA |
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Dog-friendly Esquires Coffee Shop in Crayford has free dog bowls, a dog menu, dog treats and puppacinos. And great coffee!
Tribe (Arby's) Cafe
Canterbury
Mobile Coffee shop, outside Blean woodlands serving variety of delicious food & drinks. Normally open every Wednesday 11am-2pm Friday 8am-4pm Saturday 8am-4pm Sunday 9am-4pm and Woodland Walks normally every Wednesday 10am then back to cafe for drinks all welcome but do check socials
Cafe Nucleus, Rochester
Rochester
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01634 406971
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Halpern Conservancy Board Building, 15 High Street, Rochester Kent ME1 1PY |
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At the Multi award-winning Café Nucleus, you’ll be welcomed with a warm smile, a great atmosphere and fantastic food – sourcing our ingredients from local farms and suppliers wherever possible. Dine in one of Rochester's grandest buildings! Dogs are always welcome.
The Signal Box
Maidstone
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Station Approach, Eyhorne Street, Hollingbourne, Maidstone Kent ME17 1TX |
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According to Julie at dog-friendly community cafe The Signal Box in Hollingbourne there are dog walks in every direction from the cafe, they serve pupachinos, dog ice cream and there are free dog treats too! 10 - 3 Tuesday, 8.30 -3 Wednesday to Friday and 9 - 1.30 breakfast only on Saturdays - sounds pawsome!
Perico Lounge
Thanet
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01843 423212
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Unit 1 Beach Drive, Ramsgate Kent CT11 8HF |
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Dude and his pawrents had a lovely day out in Ramsgate and visited Perico Lounge on Beach Drive CT11 8HF, there were dog treats, they were offered water and there was great food and a large menu according to his pawrents so everyone was happy and Perico Lounge gets a big Dog Advisor Kent paws up!
Retreat Animal Rescue
Ashford
Open April to late November, dog friendly vegan cafe restaurant, thrift shop, up to 2 dogs can stay overnight in the Donkey Lodge at The Retreat Animal Rescue. Dogs welcome on leads. No non vegan food on site thank you :-)
Free entry and parking
During your visit it is optional but you can of course volunteer and help out with any kind of work from looking after the friendly animals to giving a hand at the café or thrift shop!
JV Home Cafe
Ashford
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01233 628545
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Henwood Estate, Unit 27, Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Ashford Kent TN24 8FN |
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Dog-friendly cafe JV Home Cafe is "A modern and unique café bursting with energy and a wide range of breakfast & lunch choices!" - sounds pawsome why not pop in!
Closed for the 2025 festive period until 2nd January 2026
Morelli's Gelato, Whitstable
Whitstable
After (or before) you enjoy a walk along the seafront treat yourself to a famous Morelli's Gelato. There is even special doggy gelato! Do check the website for opening times before your dog gets too wet!
Mrs Sourdough Bakery
Medway
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74 High Street, Chatham, Kent ME4 4DS |
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Dog-friendly cafe at the Chatham end of the Chatham Rochester High Street
Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery
Canterbury
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01227 931131
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Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery, New Cut Road, Chilham, Canterbury Kent CT4 8BW |
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Badgers Hill Farm & Cidery has pop up shops and a selection of farm animals.
- dog friendly seating inside café and outside
- shopping village with outside seating and coffee shack
- dogs allowed everywhere on site except restaurant (extension to café)
- play park set in a large field
- large garden centre
Waterside Cafe at Branbridges
Tonbridge
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01622 391521
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Waterside Cafe, Unit 23A, Branbridges Industrial Estate, Branbridges Road, East Peckham, Tonbridge Kent TN12 5HF |
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We visit the Waterside Cafe as not only is it dog friendly, they use locally sourced produce. As a coeliac they also cater for me too. The staff are always welcoming and make a fuss of your doggy.
Thank you Teresa and Tilly the cockapoo for this great entry in our Summer 2025 content competition.
We did a bit of research and as at October 2025 they are open Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 4pm and the Waterside cafe is nestled within the beautiful grounds of Branbridges Leisure, where the river Medway runs alongside the picturesque woodlands.
Definitely worth ex-p-l-awing!
The Naughty Dog Lympne Castle
Hythe
The Naughty Dog is an adorable dog themed café/bistro where staff are welcoming and dog friendly open 7 days a week 8am to 6pm it's part of Lympne Castle but the entrance is on the outside of the castle. Breakfasts, lunches, drinks, coffee, outdoor seating, dog themed crockery and breed specific tapestry chairs!
Thank you so much to Elizabeth for this great find entered in our Content Competition!
Pairs well with a Lympne Castle circular dog walk taking in Port Lympne animals and Royal Military Canal on the way check out our CAFE PUB DOG WALKS KENT page >>
Deal Pier Kitchen
Dover & Deal
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Deal Pier, Beach Street, Deal Kent CT14 6HY |
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Deal Pier is dog friendly and Deal Pier Kitchen is at the end serving Brunch and Lunch daily and Steak and Lobster Friday and Saturday evenings with outdoor takeaway shack for coffees and snacks
Wagtails Cafe and Bar
Thanet
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01843 663474
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133 Minnis Road, Birchington Kent CT7 9NS |
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Serving Teas & Coffees, Cakes, Snacks, Breakfast & Light Lunches. Licenced Bar. Dogs welcome.
Chiddingstone Castle
Tonbridge Tunbridge Wells
Dogs on leads are welcome in Chiddingstone Castle grounds, tea Room and gift shop entry to the grounds is free (parking payable on Ringgo). Grounds open daily
with the exception of private eventsDog Advisor Kent highly recommends, you can explore the beautiful grounds, enjoy the tearoom, enjoy a little tour around Chiddingstone village accessible from the castle grounds or if you're feeling adventurous enjoy a circular footpath walk from the castle, you can find walks on our DOG WALKS KENT Enjoy!
Grounds open all year round tea room and gift shop open seasonally
Little Fant Farm
Maidstone
Sunflowers
Little Fant Farm is located on the outskirts of Maidstone with stunning valley views on a 'Darling Buds Of May' family farm. Sonya's Farm Tea Barn is open Thursday to Sunday daytime and summer evenings Thursday, Friday and Sunday (6-9pm).
PYO Farm PYO season begins in late July/early August with Sunflowers (as at 24th July 2026 10-4 Thursday to Sunday and check socials for Sunset Sunflower Picking and plums - Pumpkin Patch is open every weekend from September through to the end of October
Free entry & parking - Dogs welcome on leads (don’t miss our doggy ice cream!) - Little Fant Farm is the perfect countryside escape for families – wander through the orchards and gardens, meet the animals, and relax in our friendly farm café.
No need to book
Darcy's at Eighty Nine
Thanet
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89 Canterbury Road, Westbrook, Margate Kent CT9 5AX |
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Dog friendly Darcy's at Eighty Nine Cafe Bistro Westbrook on the way into Margate on the A28 is normally open every day except Tuesday 8am to 3pm for breakfast and lunch
Outdoor seating
The Viking Ship Café
Ramsgate
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Sandwich Rd, Cliffsend, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 5JB |
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Dog friendly Viking Ship Cafe with outdoor seating and lovely views!
The Viking Ship Cafe say that they get lots of dogs visiting and there is a big open green and a hoverport where the dogs can walk. With refreshment before and after lovely!
Miss Mollett's High Class Tearoom
Ashford
Miss Mollett's High Class Tearoom is dog friendly inside and also has outside seating. There is a lovely walk along the Military Road canal which leads to Rye, and a walk through the field to our local winery and dog friendly vineyard Gusbourne. Walk coming soon to our
CAFE PUB DOG WALKS KENT page >>
Water bowls outside and free dog treats inside thank you Miss Molletts!
Herne Bay Pier
Herne Bay
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Central Parade, Herne Bay Kent CT6 5JN |
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Herne Bay Pier is dog friendly various retail huts, rides and food huts
Brunch and Brew
Tenterden
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Dog friendly cafe in Tenterden offering all day cooked breakfasts, hot or cold lunches or of course a cuppa & cake
Elm Court Garden Centre Gillingham
Medway
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01634 813778
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Elm Court Garden Centre, Elm Court, Capstone Road, Gillingham Kent ME7 3JQ |
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Dog-friendly Elm Court Garden Centre Gillingham has an outdoor adventure playground for children and 3 dog friendly eating options - Bistrant Table Service Restaurant which offers inside or outside seating options and a separate doggy area and doggy menu. The Garden Café next to the outdoor children’s play area, with family friendly affordable menu also has an area for dogs and inside and outside dining areas. Dogs can't go inside Marelli's but can sit outside where there is seating so lots of options. Dog treats on sale too
Independent garden centre, with large displays and plants, furniture, gifting
Leo Lounge Faversham
Faversham
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13 Market Place, Faversham Kent ME13 7AF |
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Dog friendly Leo's Lounge Faversham partner to Sentado Lounge Sittingbourne
Le Petit Café, Whitstable
Canterbury
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33 Harbour Street Whitstable, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1AJ |
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Dog friendly café-creperie situated in Whitstable's Harbour Street. Outside seating.
Heathfields
Bromley
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13 Heathfield Rd, Bromley, Keston, Kent BR2 6BG |
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Speciality, organic coffee and tea, artisan cakes and high quality brunch menu. Into the evening on Friday & Saturday wine, small selection of alcoholic beverages with charcuterie and cheese boards.
Sentado Lounge
Sittingbourne
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01795 439197
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Bourne Place, St Michael's Road, Sittingbourne Kent ME10 3JY |
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Sentado Lounge cafe bar Sittingbourne is super dog-friendly with inside and outside seating. Dog blankets, dog toys, dog biscuits, water bowls and if they're lucky they might get a cheeky sausage!
Tonbridge Old Fire Station
Tonbridge
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Castle Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 1BH |
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Dog-friendly cafe with so many dogs on their doggy photo board!
Kenward Cafe
Maidstone
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Yalding countryside, dog-friendly Kenward Cafe is set in the grounds of Kenward Place Yalding where you can walk the dog. They offer light lunches and a selection of scrumptious cakes. Every penny spent supports Kenward Trust, a charity dedicated to transforming lives on the journey to recovery.
Free parking
Rumour Sheerness
Isle of Sheppey
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Dog friendly cafe in Sheerness closed Sundays
Starbucks Coffee
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Thomsett Way, Isle of Sheppey, Kent ME11 5JS |
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Starbucks Coffee Queenborough is dog-friendly with puppacinos and a doggy photo board! These two gorgeous American Rat Terriers were very well-behaved on their visit!
Unit 1 Hythe
Hythe
Unit 1 does food and drink, coffee and alcohol, with outside seating and indoor. Elton hung out(side) but Unit 1 are completely dog friendly inside and out and actually love dogs more than people! Free pots of dog treats and a little dog shop with treats, balls, poo bags and bows made by HandMadeInHythe how pawsome is that!
Hat Hats Coffee Reculver
Herne Bay
Fab brunch or afternoon stop with yummy pancakes and sell dog treats and ice cream for the summer walks according to one of our lovely dog owners
The Boat Shed Coffee Shop
Rochester
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Beacon Boatyard, Manor Lane, Rochester, Kent ME1 3JN |
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Coffee | Cake | Ice Cream | Toasties | Milkshakes | Smoothies | Frappes | Snacks
Penelope's Restaurant & Farm Shop
Dartford
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Beck Evans Farm, Water Lane, Sidcup, Kent DA14 5ET |
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Dog friendly Farm Shop, Kiosk and Restaurant. Lots of outdoor seating.
Ramblers Rest
Maidstone
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Bow Bridge, Maidstone Kent ME18 5ED |
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Open every day except Tuesdays normally 10-4 during the week and 9-5pm weekends welcome dogs - treats, water bowls. Breakfasts, snacks and Sunday roast. On the water. Wifi. Great for a riverside dog walk. Licensed. Indoor and outdoor seating. Nice views
Base Camp Coffee Shop
Maidstone
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Royal British Legion Industries Village, Aylesford Kent ME20 7QX |
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Dog-friendly Coffee Shop in Aylesford with great coffee and cake, a gorgeous garden with an adventure playground and dog-friendly inside and out!
Algar Lodge Farm Shop & Cafe
Dover & Deal
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Sandwich Road, Deal Kent CT14 0AS |
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Dog-friendly Algar Lodge Farm Shop and Cafe is open every day from 8.30am pop in and say hi with your dog!
Nutkins Tea Room
Medway
Dog-friendly inside, outside seating if you prefer with your dog, home bakes 7 days a week, located in Squirrels Riding School but open to all, friendly tea room
Eden Bakes
Sevenoaks
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86 High Street, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 5AR |
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Dog friendly Cafe | Restaurant | Bar | Breakfast | Lunch | Diner | Coffee
Rica's Bar and Kitchen
Whitstable
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31 Harbour Street, Whitstable Kent CT5 1AG |
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Dog friendly cafe in Whitstable where you can also enjoy a glass of fizz. Cakes, toasties, fizz, coffee and a Playhouse upstairs for the little ones
Holborough Bakes Coffee
Maidstone
Dog-friendly Holborough Bakes Coffee Pod can be found at Holborough Lakes Snodland check out their socials as sometimes in Holborough Village Hall. Great bakes, great coffee and puppacinos, they even have their own Holborough Barks instagram next-level dog-friendly! Lovely walks nearby coming soon to
CAFE PUB DOG WALKS KENT
Bella Amalfi
Sandwich
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Dog-friendly Italian restaurant Bella Amalfi in Sandwich says this on its website - "At Bella Amalfi, we believe no family outing is complete without your four-legged friend. That’s why we’re proud to be a dog-friendly restaurant — well-behaved pups are always welcome in our outdoor seating area, and in select indoor spaces too. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch after a walk or enjoying a relaxed evening meal, your dog doesn’t have to miss out. We’ll even have a bowl of fresh water waiting. Good food, good company — tails welcome."
Dobbies Ashford
Ashford
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Dobbies Garden Centre, Eureka Leisure Park, Rutherford Road, Ashford Kent TN25 4BN |
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Dobbies Ashford and Gillingham are dog-friendly – no breed discrimination, just well behaved dogs on leads.
Dogs are allowed in the dog-friendly area of the restaurant and outdoor seatings areas and there is drinking water for your dog(s). Not permitted in the food hall or children's play areas.
Rye Bay Bar and Grill
Ashford
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1 Royal William Square, Camber, Rye, Kent TN31 7RX |
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Dog friendly Rye Bay Bar and Grill nearly Kent!
Homemade food, chilled drinks & a happy vibe. Next to the beach, zone F on Old Lydd Road, Camber Sands. Live music every 2nd Sunday of the month.
Cool shady seating outside, cosy & sand free (..ish) inside…
Leonards
Medway
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Store 104, 104 High St, Rochester Kent ME1 1JT |
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Lunches, cakes and coffees at dog-friendly Leonards Café at the back of Store 104 Rochester High Street browse the crafts and gifts downstairs and wool upstairs and grab a coffee with your dog
Mrs Bucketts Vintage Tearoom
Faversham
Dog friendly vintage tearoom in Faversham inside the Upstairs Downstairs antique shop (opposite Home Bargains), dog treats for your furry friends.
Sissinghurst Castle
Weald of Kent
Pictured Alan from Kent Canine Rehabilitation HQ enjoying a bit of doggy parkour at Sissinghurst Castle!
According to the National Trust website there are more than 450 acres for your dog to explore out on the estate around Sissinghurst Castle Garden with lakes to jump into and wide-open fields.
Sissinghurst Castle welcomes well behaved dogs on leads around the estate and inside the Old Dairy Café, Plant Shop, and main Shop. Only assistance dogs are allowed inside the garden due to conservation purposes, and inside the vegetable garden to meet Food Hygiene Safety standards.
Dogs on leads are welcome around the wider estate at Sissinghurst. Please keep your dogs under close control at all times when near livestock.
450 acres and a cafe will do us nicely thank you Sissinghurst!
Scotney Castle
Tunbridge Wells
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Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 8JN |
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We welcome dogs on short leads at Scotney. They are allowed in the garden, shops, tea-room and on the wider estate which provides miles of beautiful walking.
Dog bins are provided, water bowls are available, fresh running water is outside the walker’s toilet, we serve doggy ice cream and the staff love to share their supply of doggy treats.
Collect your pooch passport from Visitor Reception on your next visit.
Please note that to guarantee entry to Scotney Castle you need to book your parking space in advance of your visit via the Scotney homepage or the National Trust app.
Dobbies Gillingham
Medway
Dobbies Ashford and Gillingham are dog-friendly – no breed discrimination, just well behaved dogs on leads.
Dogs are allowed in the dog-friendly area of the restaurant and outdoor seatings areas and there is drinking water for your dog(s). Not permitted in the food hall or children's play areas.
The Nest New Romney
New Romney
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01797 740688
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Dymchurch Road, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8AY |
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The Nest is a new dog friendly cafe, shop and learning space that will breathe fresh life into the old Romney Marsh Visitor Centre. This brand new space will provide a destination for visitors to the Marsh as well as a place for local people to come together.
Monkshill Farm
Faversham
Monkshill Farm are passionate about all things local.
Dog-friendly Cafe, event space & shop with beautiful views.
Open Tuesday - Saturday 9-4pm
And Sun 10-3pm
Opening hours correct December 2025 - do check socials for the latest updates.
Poppins Cozy Coffee Room
Isle of Sheppey
Mary Poppins inspired Poppinz is dog-friendly in the outside pods and does food like paninis, bagels, sandwiches, toasties, cake, frothy coffees, teas, hot chocolate and it has a fun play area for adults and children! Puppacinos for the doggos too. Garden pods great for shade.
Hope and Lane
Dover & Deal
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92A High Steet, Deal Kent CT14 6EG |
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Dog friendly cafe serves speciality afternoon teas
Quint's Retreat
Faversham
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Iron Wharf, Boat Yard, Faversham, Kent ME13 7BY |
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Dog friendly Quints Retreat is situated in the Iron Wharf Boatyard indoor seating and a wonderful sundeck!
Good dog walks
Lower Ladysden
Goudhurst
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01580 213529
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Lower Ladysden Farm, Winchet Hill, Goudhurst Kent TN17 1JX |
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Open Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 4pm from Tuesday 3rd March 2026 times change early June dogs welcome on loads everywhere except polytunnels cafe with outdoor seating
Le Cap Restaurant
Sandwich
Dog-friendly French South African restaurant also provides for coffee and pastry lovers. Nicole at Le Cap says they love doggy visitors so go say hi! They even have a Pawtrait Wall!
The Ivy Barn Farm Shop & Cafe
Canterbury
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The Ivy Barn, Littlebourne Court, Farm Court Hill, Littlebourne, Canterbury Kent CT3 1TX |
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The Ivy Barn Farm Shop and Cafe in Littlebourne near Canterbury is dog-friendly. Coffee, cakes, gifts, plants, local produce. Indoor and outdoor seating
Café by the Creek
Faversham
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Oare Road The Boatyard, Faversham Kent ME13 7UA |
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Dog friendly Cafe by the Creek, doggy ice cream, customer parking while you're in the cafe but do move your car if you're planning an Oare Creek dog walk
Sue's Crafty Cafe
Medway
Dog friendly Sue's Crafty Cafe normally open every day except Sunday 8.30am until early afternoon.
A cosy, friendly café with complimentary Wi-Fi, full English breakfast, Espresso coffees, a relaxed atmosphere and welcoming staff, Sue’s Crafty Café is the perfect place in Gillingham for breakfast, lunch, or a coffee break with your dog
Esquires Coffee Dartford
Dartford
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9 High Street, Dartford Kent DA1 1DT |
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Dog-friendly Esquires Coffee Shop in both Dartford and Crayford has free dog bowls, a dog menu, dog treats and puppacinos. And great coffee!
The Lane
Dover & Deal
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15 South Court, Deal Kent CT14 7AF |
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Dog friendly cafe also serves cocktails
Cookie and Crow Café
Gravesend
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According to Cookie and Crow Café Facebook, "A cosy, quirky family-run cafe in Gravesend where dogs are encouraged, the coffee is good, cakes + pud are better, and takeaways keep local businesses fuelled. Dogs always welcome, and humans are well looked after too!" Sounds pawsome!
Macknade Wine Store
Faversham
Dogs are welcome in the Macknade Wine Store if you fancy a coffee or a light bite to eat.
Please note that dogs are not allowed in their Food Hall or the Café.
Cherans Bakery
Sittingbourne
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70-72 West Street, Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 1AR |
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Dog-friendly bakery, doggy ice creams, puppacinos.
Garden X Garden Centre
Whitstable
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01227 931131
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Thanet Way, Chestfield, Whitstable Kent CT5 3JD |
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Dog-friendly Garden Centre Garden X Whitstable is a stockist of outdoor lifestyle with an onsite dog-friendly cafe (designated area for dogs), pet store and luxury homewares
Whitstable Castle
Whitstable
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Whitstable Castle, Tower Hill, Whitstable Kent CT5 2BW |
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Whitstable Castle cafe is dog friendly downstairs in the wooden floor section dog treats available to buy, no charge to go in gardens and castle
Harbour Coffee Company
Folkestone
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Harbour, Folkestone Kent CT20 1QH |
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Dog friendly coffee shop on Folkestone Harbour Arm inside and outside seating
White Finch Bakery
Gravesend
Fresh coffee & house baked cakes, savoury bakes, fresh bagels & brownies.
Coffee and collections Saturdays currently, open more days when PYO Meopham open keep an eye on their socials - Friendly dogs welcome.
Jasmin's Tea Room at Cooling Potted Garden Nursery
Maidstone
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Ashford Road, Bearsted, Maidstone Kent ME14 4NH |
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Open 7 days a week 10-4 water bowls and a big box of doggy biscuits. Toasties, light bites, hot drinks, cakes for the hoomans. The Potted Garden Nursery dog-friendly.
The Club Café at Herne Bay Football Club
Herne Bay
Our dog friendly cafe is open every morning to set you up for the day.
Bosuns
Isle of Sheppey
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Dog-friendly cafe with puppacinos, dog treats, drinking bowls and a doggy photo board. Closed Sundays
The Pavilion, Charing
Ashford
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The Pavilion, Charing Playing Fields, The Moat, Charing, Ashford, Kent TN27 0JJ |
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Dog-friendly and welcoming bar in a beautiful setting with plenty of parking and home made cakes if you're lucky!
See Facebook for opening times
Bucket and Spade Coffee Shop
New Romney
Dog friendly Bucket and Spade Coffee Shop open every day
Malabar
Sevenoaks
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Dog friendly independent coffee business Malabar based in Sevenoaks, Riverhead and at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Malabar
Sevenoaks
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28 London Road, Riverhead, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2DE |
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Dog friendly independent coffee business Malabar based in Sevenoaks, Riverhead and at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens
Vegan Antics Gravesend
Gravesend
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MAKE SURE YOU BRING YOUR DOG ALONG FOR A FREE PUP CUP, AND FOR THE WELLBEING OF OUR TEAM, THANKS.
Bunny & Bear Cafe
Medway
Dog-friendly family run Café specialising in Portuguese and Polish cuisine. Marek and Nicola are the proud owners of Bunny & Bear, coming from two different countries they had decided to open a beautiful café to share their culture. A Breakfast, brunch establishment which means freshly baked bread and delicious cakes which are locally delivered from London by both Portuguese and Polish suppliers.
Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
Woolton Farm
Canterbury
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Bekesbourne Lane, Bekesbourne, Littlebourne, Canterbury, Kent CT4 5EA |
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Woolton Farm and Barn - Craft cider, beer and beautiful English wine in the heart of the Kent countryside. Café, bar, camping, regular events. Open Wednesday-Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays from March to the end of October. Check Facebook for exact dates and times. Dogs welcome in Ellen's self pitch area and in motorhomes.
Mr Whippet's Café
Folkestone
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72 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3BX |
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Speciality coffee, fine tea, Japanese matcha, freshly baked pastries, sourdough toasties, sausage rolls
Morelli's Ice Cream Parlour, Broadstairs
Broadstairs
After (or before) you enjoy a walk along the seafront treat yourself to a famous Morelli's Gelato. There is even special doggy gelato! Do check the website for opening times before your dog gets too wet!
Eggs Eleven
Tunbridge Wells
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Dogs are welcome inside and out
Extra Scoops at Kings Hall
Herne Bay
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Kings Hall Herne Bay is home to dog friendly Extra Scoops in the venue foyer. Open 7 days a week 9am to 4pm, welcomes dog walkers, beach goers to enjoy coffee and ice cream we understand including doggy ice cream! Well behaved dogs on leads welcome
With the refurbishment of Kings Hall Extra Scoops open until 31st August 2026
Grain & Hearth Cafe and Bakery
Whitstable
outside seating - shade - dogs welcome inside - closed Mondays
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Rear Store, 50, 52 Oxford Street, Whitstable Kent CT5 1DG |
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From the outside a very popular sourdough bakery (expect queues at the weekend) but closer inspection and there's an accessible courtyard round the back with some shaded seating to enjoy a drink/pastry or brunch with your dog(s). Closed Mondays. Open 8.30/9 and 10 for brunch. Dog friendly inside and out. Water bowls in the garden. Dog Advisor verified July 2026
Grapevine Deli and Café
Tenterden
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Dog friendly delicatessen and coffee shop on Tenterden High Street
Doggy Ice Cream Whitstable
Whitstable
Lots of doggy ice cream options in Whitstable - Lottie's Sweet Creams (1 Horsebridge Road) Scoops doggy ice cream to take away and dogs welcome inside- Morellis on Harbour Street dogs welcome inside and they have their own doggy ice cream (Toby dog verified) - the Mr Whippy van at the harbour has doggy ice cream tubs (also Toby dog verified lol) or can do a tub of whippy and the human Biscoff cone comes highly recommended! Millie and Tiger Pet Shop in the High Street sells doggy ice cream - dogs welcome inside Bears Ice Cream Imaginarium on the High Street they don't do a specific doggy ice cream but your dog can have some soft scoop if they're allowed! Gelateria Whitstable on Sea Street (near Harbour) welcomes dogs and has an outside seating area we enjoyed shade and ice cream here. No specific doggy ice cream here but can have a whipped cream puppacino or soft scoop as a treat.
Malabar
Sevenoaks
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Dog friendly independent coffee business Malabar based in Sevenoaks, Riverhead and at Riverhill Himalayan Gardens where you can grab a coffee even if you're not going into the gardens
Goodnestone Park Gardens
Canterbury
15 acres of historic gardens. Dogs are welcome in all of the gardens except the Walled Garden. One well behaved dog on a short lead per visitor allowed.
The Old Dairy Café can be found in one of the original Goodnestone Estate Dairies. Converted in 2017, it has retained the original features of the building. There is a beautiful indoor seating area with plenty of space as well as additional outdoor tables within the courtyard. You will find the cafe at the entrance to the gardens. (please note you do not have to visit the gardens to use the Cafe).
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome in both the cafe and the gardens. One dog per visitor.
Cafe open Wednesday to Sunday, 10.00 – 17.00, Gardens open daily
Mote Park Cafe
Maidstone
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Mote Park Cafe, Mote Avenue, Maidstone Kent ME15 7RN |
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Anubis loves his trips to Mote Park as he gets to go to Mote Park Cafe which is not only dog-friendly but very bully friendly which Anubis and his pawrents love. The staff at Mote Park Cafe love Anubis and pet him and give him treats so Mote Park Cafe gets a big Dog Advisor paws up, thank you for the pawsome research Anubis!
Goose on the Green
Dover & Deal
Goose on the Green cafe has excellent reviews and is dog-friendly inside and also has outside seating if you prefer. Sounds great!
DOGGY SWIMMING!
DOGGY SWIMMING!
Head to Kent Canine Swim in Cliffe Woods Rochester
or book one of the unique doggy swimming events listed in the Doggy What's On!
Indoor Doggy Swimming Pool
Open Water Doggy Paddle
My Dog Advisor inspo and I Toby love the water to the extent that I headed round the M25 to go open water swimming together with TriSwim at Chipstead Lake at one of their Doggy Paddle sessions. Keep an eye on the
Doggy What's On for Kent for the next TriSwim Doggy Paddle.
We didn't manage a selfie the both of us but I was swimming too!