WE asked our readers where the best dog-friendly pubs are in or near Hexham. Here's what they said.

1 The Tannery, Hexham

The Tannery was the top recommended dog-friendly pub.

Readers including Harry Fairbairn, Rachel Dean, Suzanne Fairless-Aitken, John Daglish, Sarah Applegarth and others nominated the pub.

2 The Victorian Tap, Hexham

Hexham Courant: The Victorian Tap pubThe Victorian Tap pub (Image: NQ)

Graham James Finlayson, Linda Ferris, Joseph Scollen and Kelly Robson voted for The Victorian Tap. 

3 The Fox, Hexham

Paul Lewis said: "The Fox has always been good."

Suzanne Fairless-Aitken also recommended The Fox.

It hosts regular live music and one Facebook comment said the pub had a 'fab atmosphere'.

4 The Grapes Hotel, Hexham

Hayley Louise Mcvay and Lauren McVay-Carr recommended The Grapes for being a great dog-friendly pub.

It shows sports, hosts pub quizzes, karaoke and live music.

5 The County Hotel, Hexham

The County was recommended by Dan Thompson.

6 Hexham Ex-Servicemen's Club

Tanneisha Monnelly recommended the club.

7 The Coach And Horses, Hexham

Hexham Courant: The Coach and Horses was refurbished in 2022The Coach and Horses was refurbished in 2022

Dan Thompson also recommended The Coach and Horses.

"Lovely friendly pub. Really nice inside. Plenty of ales and lager to choose from. Dog friendly also which is great," a Google review said.

8 The Heart of Northumberland, Hexham

Hexham Courant: The Heart of NorthumberlandThe Heart of Northumberland (Image: The Heart of Northumberland)

A Google review said: "Fantastic food, lovely staff and in a stunning listed building. Our dog also appreciated the extra treats and fusses from the patrons."

One Facebook review said: "Had a lovely late lunch. Friendly staff, a lovely warm welcome, especially by the fire. Service was prompt, but relaxed and we just had a lovely time."

9 The Globe Inn, Hexham

The bar shows live sport from Racing UK, At The Races, Sky Sports and BT Sport and welcomes dogs of all sizes.

One Facebook review said: "Great friendly atmosphere, always feel welcome and service with a smile."

It hosts live music once a month. A Facebook comment said: "Justin is the best when it comes to dogs." 

10 Twice Brewed Inn, Bardon Mill

Situated midway between Newcastle and Carlisle, the Twice Brewed Inn is near the Roman sites of Vindolanda and Housesteads. They were the runner-up for the Rover Dog Friendly Pub Awards in 2019.