The sign in the window of The Victoria Park is the first clue as to whether or not four-legged guests are encouraged or sent away with their tail between their legs. It simply reads ‘Dogs welcome inside - we love ’em’, which is probably why there were so many pooches in the pub when I arrived.
All pubs have different rules when it comes to canine customers. Some may offer the token bowl of water, others go as far as having jars of treats on the bar, but this pub between Bedminster and Windmill Hill does things differently when it comes to furry regulars.
At The Victoria Park, they are pretty much welcomed as warmly as their owners. Those dogs lucky enough to have their photo taken by staff even end up with the honour of appearing on a framed gallery of snapshots under the heading ‘Vicky P pooches’.
