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Dog Friendly Places in Harpenden, Hertfordshire

 

 
 

DOG FRIENDLY PLACES IN HARPENDEN

Check out our local guide of places to enjoy with your four-legged friend in Harpenden, Hertfordshire.


Pubs


Amble Inn
Where: 182 Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4UL.
About: Outdoor BBQ and happy hour cocktails, with a large beer garden including a bouncy castle! Dogs are welcome throughout. 
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Carpenters Arms

Where: 14 Cravells Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1BD. 
About: Cosy and friendly pub that was established thirty years ago, which welcomes dogs.
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Inn on the green
 
Where: 20 Leyton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2HU. 
About: The site dates back to the 1860s and has been a pub since 1974. Part of the Greene King network, it is a traditional pub with fresh and modern decorative touches. Dogs are welcome throughout.
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Oddfellow Arms
 
Where: 15 Leyton Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TG. 
About: This pub in central Harpenden serves up Barrel and Stone pizzas. Dogs are welcome in the garden which has heated and covered areas.
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The Engineer
 
Where: 12 St Johns Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1DJ. 
About: The Engineer was so named, when the railway from London to Bedford was built in 1868. The beer garden has sheltered picnic tables and is a great spot for a pint with a pup. Please note, dogs are allowed in our sports bar, family room and garden. When booking a table please let them know you will be bringing a dog.
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The Fox
Where:
The Fox, 469 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3QE
About: Located on the edge of Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden surrounded by trees with a dining patio and plenty of parking, the Fox has contemporary interiors and delicious pub classics. Dogs are welcome in the bar area and within the outside seating area (the same menu applies as the restaurant).
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The George
 
Where: 4 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TB. 
About: The George is modern with lovely fresh decor, smack-bang in the heart of Harpenden. It has a large garden room, some outdoor terrace seating on the high-street, a seasonal menu and tempting cocktails on offer. Dogs are welcome in the bar area (where the same menu as the restaurant applies). 
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The Harpenden Arms 
Where
: The Harpenden Arms, 188 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TR. 
About: The pub has just had a fresh revamp and opened its doors again on the 12th October 2023. In a prime location on the high street, it’s a great cosy spot with lovely décor. 
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The Marquis of Granby
Where: The Marquis of Granby, 31 Marquis Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 5AE. 
About: This small country pub celebrates locally sourced and home-cooked delicious food and puts on live music, set next to the picturesque River Lea. The menu offers up tapas, platters and pub classics with a twist.  
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The Old Bell
 
Where: 177 Luton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3BN. 
About: A Grade II listed, 18th century former farmhouse that first opened as a pub in 1735. Dogs are welcome in certain parts of the pub including their beautiful gardens.
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The Old Cock Inn
 
Where: 58 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SP. 
About: This pub on the high street is cosy with a roaring fire in winter and has a lovely beer garden for the warmer months. Dogs are welcome in the bar area.
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The Silver cup

Where: 5 St Albans Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, Al5 2JF
About: This ‘2022 Best Pub in Hertfordshire’ winner also listed in the Michelin guide, is run by locals Michael and Matthew. The pub serves stunning and celebrated, modern British cuisine. Well behaved dogs are welcome in the pub (but not in the restaurant).
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The White Horse
  
Where: The White Horse, Redbourn Lane, Hatching Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2JP. 
About: A beautiful historic pub - parts of which date back to the 1600s- is semi-rural on the outskirts of town, with a large outdoor terrace. Dogs are allowed everywhere except the restaurant, and they even offer a monthly dog walks around the Rothamsted Estate.
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Wheatsheaf 
Where: 9 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RT. 
About: A traditional pub newly renovated putting on quizzes, DJs and showing sports. Dogs are welcome up until 8pm. 
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Queens Head

Where:  59 Southdown Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PQ. 
About: Renovated and reopened six months ago on the edge of the Common, the Queens Head is a great pub to bring dogs as they’re welcome throughout. There is also a covered canopy outside.
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café


8oz coffee 
Where:
Located within Purple Menswear, 33b High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RU.
About: A little café with lovely courtyard serving up delicious coffee and sweet treats. Can be accessed through the shop or the back-gate of Thompson’s Close. 
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Brad & Dills
Where: 67 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SL. 
About: Great bagels with excellent coffee, what’s not to like!
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Brew and Cru 
Where: Brew and Cru, 69-71 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SL.
About: Running since 2018 in Harpenden, this spacious café on the high street has outdoor seating and delicious cakes, so makes an ideal stop-off for you and your pooch.
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Caffe Nero
Where: 2-4 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SN. 
About: Chain of cafes serving up coffee, snacks and sandwiches.  
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Darlish Ice cream
Where: 6b Leyton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TL. 
About: Darlish serves up delicious ice-cream including their famous Baklava ice cream sandwich.  
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Gails 
Where: 21 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RY.
About: Located in the old bank, more than 30 types of bread are offered at this chain bakery serving coffee, breakfast and lunch. Dogs are welcome when ordering takeaway. 
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Lazy Bear 
Where: 122 Southdown Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1QQ.
About: A family-owned independent coffee house, where you can sip coffee, have a quick bite to eat and enjoy a friendly chat.
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Pudding Stop
Where: 14 Church Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TP.
About: Freshly baked goods and award-winning bake-at-home puds. Dogs are allowed to come in when collecting takeaway only, and there is seating outside.
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Restaurants


Bentozo takeaway 
Where: 131 Southdown Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PU. 
About: Sushi takeaway serving up delicious high-quality platters. Dogs are permitted inside when picking up your order.
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Emilio’s
Where:
 137, Southdown Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1UP. 
About: Serving up Lebanese rotisserie chicken and amazing Mediterranean classics such as hummus and tabouleh. Small dogs are permitted inside.
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Giggling Squid 
Where: Amenbury Ln, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2BT
About: Delicious Thai tapas is on offer in this popular local spot, and dogs are welcome to dine in the small courtyard. 
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Losh Bar &Grill
Where: 9 Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4A.
About: Small, well-behaved dogs are allowed in this restaurant serving up delicious and authentic Turkish cuisine.  
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Lussmans
 
Where: 20a Leyton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2HU.
About: Lussmans specialises in fish dishes and is an independent, award-winning restaurant group. Dogs are welcome in their lovely walled garden, which is open in the warmer months.
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Okka
Where: 62 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SP. 
About: A Mediterranean and Turkish restaurant with a bottomless dinner every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 
Dogs are welcome outside only (there are heaters.)
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Oriental Aroma takeaway
Where: 7 Harding Parade, Station Road, Hertfordshire, Harpenden, AL5 4SW. 
About: Chinese takeaway serving up a full range of classic favourites. 
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Pizza Express
 
Where: The Gate House, 1 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TH.
About: This family-favourite chain serving up pizza and pasta dishes has outside seating in the warmer months, that is open to dogs.
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Zero Sushi 
Where: 8a Leyton Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TL.
About: Brothers Jack and Louis have been serving up high-quality sushi since 2015 with outlets in Harpenden, Berkhamsted and Walthamstow. Dogs are welcome to join.
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Zio’s Pizzeria
Where: 34 Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SE. 
About: Excellent traditional pizza to eat in and takeaway. Dogs can pop in whilst you grab your order to take home with you.  
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shops & Local businesses


Body Mechanix
Where:
69B High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2SL
About: A team of 12 highly trained practitioners who provide treatments to assist day-to-day health, sporting and wellbeing needs. They have a lovely little resident pooch called Ted, who is very happy to meet other friendly dogs in the clinic.
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Clarendon Fine Art Gallery 
Where: 37 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SD. 
About: Art gallery in the centre of Harpenden, showcasing unique and original works. Well-trained dogs on a lead are welcome on the premises.
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Creature Comforts
 
Where: 4 Irradion House, AL5 1DZ
About: Family-run pet shop that gets great reviews for excellent customer service.
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Daniel Craig Hair Salon

Where: 38a (Leys) High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2SX
About: Daniel Hair Craig is all about creating beautiful hair with a wow factor, while making it sustainable for their clients.
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Harpenden Books 
Where: 48 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SX. 
About: A newcomer to Waterstones and a lovely local bookshop with well-informed staff. 
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Majestic Wine
Where: 31a High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RU.
About: Retail chain specialising in wine by the case as well as bottles, beer & spirits, & tasting counter.
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Healthy and Wise

Where: 84 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SP. 
About: Nutritionists are on hand to help you with buying health and beauty products, and supplements. 
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Mint Velvet 
Where: 17 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RU. 
About: Chain fashion label with relaxed and glamourous clothes for women.
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Mountain Warehouse
Where: 29 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RU. 
About: Chain outdoor brands store.  
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Post Office/ WH Smith
 
Where: 29 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RU. 
About: Postal services are set within this book, stationery and magazines store. 
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Purple Menswear

Where: 33b High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RU.
About: Male fashion store serving up designer menswear brands with dedicated style advisors on hand. 
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Serena Hart
  
Where: 10 Bower's Parade, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SH. 
About: Established in 2006, this Independent shop specialises in bespoke gifts and interior furnishings.
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Skye Optometrists
 
Where: 1 Bower's Parade, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SH.
About: Independent, eyewear and eyecare specialists.  
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Space NK  
Where: 3 Church Grn, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TN. 
About: Stockist of over 100 exciting beauty brands, founded in 1991. 
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Springfield Pharmacy
 
Where: 19 High St, Harpenden AL5 2RU. 
About:
Local store in Harpenden from chain of Jade pharmacies.
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The Forge Boutique 
Where: 6 Bowers Parade, High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SH. 
About: Affordable Italian style ladies clothing for all shapes and sizes.
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Thompsons Gallery
Where: 13 Church Green, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2TW. 
About: Thompsons specialise in Modern British 20th and 21st Century artists, Scottish colourists and Contemporary and pride ourselves in sourcing original work by the artists they represent.
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Thorns Tobacconist & Sweet Shop

Where: 3 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RT. 
About: This traditional tobacconist was established in 1918! Dogs are welcome whilst you come in and pick up tobacco/cigars/vapes and sweets. 
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Threads

Where: 7 High Street, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RT.
About: Award winning, family-run, independent gift and card shop.
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Travel Four Seasons

Where: 1a The Forresters, High Street Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2FB.
About: Decades of collective travel experience means that this team at Travel Four Seasons, founded in 2013 by Sean Fletcher, can help you find your dream holiday package. Dogs on a lead are welcome inside.  
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charity shops


Blue Cross 
Where: 60 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SP. 
About: The Blue Cross charity cares for sick, injured and abandoned pets.
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Cancer Research

Where: 15 High St, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2RT.
About: The Cancer Research charity helps to raise funds to research cancer treatments and support the victims and families of, cancer patients.
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Dogs Trust
Where: 24 Station Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SE.
About: The Dogs Trust supports dogs and dog-owners with everything from rehoming to training.
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Keech Hospice 
Where: 15 Bower's Parade, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 2SH.
About: Keech Hospices provide palliative care, end-of-life care, loss and beareavement support training. 
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Oxfam
 
Where: 3 Harding Parade, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4SW. 
About: Oxfam strives to tackle the injustices and inequalities of poverty, globally.
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Dog Walking Services


Harpenden Dog Walking With Steve
Where: Harpenden & surrounding areas.
About: Steve offers solo walks or group walks. Multiple time frames or “wee” breaks. One off walks or regular slots.
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Are you dog friendly and not on our list?
Feel free to shoot us an email here, and we will gladly add you to it! :)