Fun Things To Do With Your Dog In London

Treat your pooch to a taste of the high life as this Knightsbridge hotel offers an extra-special canine afternoon tea. Boasting an entire three-tier selection of pooch-perfect treats, your furry friend can chow down on meatloaf, doggylicious carrot cupcakes and signature dogtinis.

This costs £30 per dog, and the adult price is £75. On the human menu, you can expect everything from grilled vegetable sandwiches to lemon drizzle cake and chocolate tarts, as well as a selection of warm scones and optional Champagne.

Perfect for those with a love of puppers and street food alike, Mercato Metropolitano in the heart of Elephant and Castle is an open-air spot where not only are dogs welcome, they can huddle on tables surrounded by top notch stalls.

Celebrate National Dog Day at Control Room B, the spectacular dog-friendly cocktail bar inside Battersea Power Station, with an afternoon of drinks, treats and enthusiastic tail wagging. A £16.50 ticket includes a welcome drink, an exclusive collar and special snack for your pup, plus a donation to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home.

Running from 11am to 4pm on 31st August, it's a feel-good Bank Holiday outing with signature cocktails, alcohol-free serves and bar bites available to order.

Whether you're ending a long walk or settling in for a relaxed afternoon, The Bull in Wanstead ensures four-legged family members receive the absolute five-star treatment.

Dogs are genuinely part of the pack here, with thoughtful touches like cosy beds, dedicated water bowls, and even a bespoke doggie menu designed specifically for canine guests. You can also pick up a pack of premium Denzel's treats at the bar, making it an effortless, top-tier pitstop where your pup can pull up a seat right alongside you.

Situated just a short walk from Clapham Common, The Nel is the perfect plot to rest four paws. The dog-friendly boozer isn't just fun for four-legged friends either, you can also enjoy live sports, bottomless brunches and Sunday roasts here.

For those Googling dog-friendly restaurants with high standards, The Devonshire delivers more than just water bowls and head pats.

This heritage boozer in Balham pairs seasonal food, an interesting beer range and expertly mixed cocktails with serious dog perks, including what might be South West London's best dog roast. Their £5 'Bone Appetit' plate features chicken, carrots, cabbage and low-salt gravy. Delicious.

Whether you're hanging with your work-mates, scouting a place for some weekend fun or seeking a fun spot to chill with your pooch, BrewDog has got you covered. Offering packages to celebrate your furry friend's special day, for just £6 per pup, you get party hats, a card, a doggy ice-cream sundae, and they even donate £1 to dog charity Street Paws. Pamper your puppy on their birthday with poodles of fun.

After you've finished any other fun outings? Finish up at Bethnal Green's Birdcage after walkies or otherwise, who will welcome you and your furry friend. Expect kooky cocktails, marvellous meals and a whole host of local or international craft beer to choose between.

They've got an outdoor area that's great for dogs, alongside dark, stylish interiors. On the menu, you'll find everything from double smash burgers to chicken schnitzel and halloumi fries.

You don't have to leave your furry friend behind when staying the night at The Athenaeum Hotel in Mayfair. This gorgeous, family-run spot near Hyde Park offers a contemporary getaway for the two of you thanks to its VIPUP Package where dogs can enjoy a luxurious break, as well as dine on the outdoor terrace, for just £40 per pooch. Spoil them with deep-filled, hypoallergenic mattresses so they can rest their paws, and a gourmet dish from the Mini Bar(k) Menu, alongside a dashing bow tie and treats to take home. 

Humble Grape Islington is teaming up with pet specialists Reva for Paws & Pours, a series of evenings in 2026 that combines fine wine, furry friends, and a playful dose of socialising.

Each 45-minute tasting features four sustainable, organic wines - each paired with a dog breed - while your pup enjoys treats, pet-friendly drinks, and a chance to meet fellow four-legged guests. 

The Cavendish is a fantastic, modern pub in the heart of Marylebone that goes one step further in making sure your pooch is well looked after thanks to its dog menu. Yep, you heard us right. Your pooch can tuck into homecooked delights especially for them, like a chicken bowl filled with carrots and peas, beef and lamb 'stew' and a little treat of vegan cream, banana and peanut butter ice cream for dessert. There are even 'dogtails' too, like cucumber-infused water with watermelon puree.