The Ram Inn
Brandon, Suffolk, United Kingdom · 4 Star Hotel
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitThe Ram Inn Dog Friendly Review
The Ram Inn holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for a dog owner that rating feels fair once you see how the place treats four legged guests. This is a pub inn with a genuinely welcoming attitude towards dogs, letting them join you in the bar and the restaurant rather than banishing them to a room, and extending that welcome out onto the terrace and patio for anyone who prefers to sit outside. There is also a garden your dog may use, which gives a bit more room to stretch before or after a meal, and the wider area has green spaces and parks nearby for proper walks. No weight or size limit means this suits everything from a terrier to a large lurcher, so owners of bigger breeds need not worry about being turned away at the door.
Practically speaking, your room comes with a dog bed provided and free treats on arrival, small touches that make the stay feel considered rather than merely tolerated. There is no damage deposit to worry about, which takes some of the anxiety out of bringing a dog into a pub inn, and the dog fee is a flat £25, reasonable enough given the bed, treats and the run of the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden that come with it. Only one dog per room is permitted, so this is not the place for owners travelling with a pair. If you need to pop out, your dog may be left alone in the room, which gives you the freedom to nip to the bar or explore Brandon without hauling your dog along every single time.
The main restriction to know before booking is that only some rooms are dog friendly, not all, so it is worth confirming you are being placed in one of the right rooms rather than assuming every booking automatically qualifies. Beyond that, this is a straightforward, unfussy sort of stay rather than a lavish one; there are no extras like a dog wash area, real food or water bowls, poop bags or grooming, so you will want to bring your own kit for the basics. This suits an owner with a single, sociable dog who is happy pottering between the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden, and who does not need hand holding with walking routes or dog sitting. Owners travelling with more than one dog, or wanting a fully staffed, amenity heavy pet stay, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 21/77. This hotel does not meet the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 16 September 2026.
The Ram Inn With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is The Ram Inn dog friendly?
The Ram Inn welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a pet fee at The Ram Inn?
Yes. The Ram Inn charges a pet fee of £25. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at The Ram Inn?
Up to 1 dog is permitted per room at The Ram Inn. If you are travelling with more than one dog, speak to the hotel directly before you book so they can advise on the best way to accommodate you.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at The Ram Inn?
No. The Ram Inn has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at The Ram Inn?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Ram Inn. We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in The Ram Inn?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at The Ram Inn, including the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at The Ram Inn?
The Ram Inn provides a dog bed and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is The Ram Inn pet-friendly?
The Ram Inn welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at The Ram Inn?
Yes. The Ram Inn allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at The Ram Inn?
The pet policy at The Ram Inn covers the essentials: a pet fee of £25 applies, up to 1 dog per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace and garden. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.