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Penelope's Cafe Goytre Wharf
Cafe
⚲ Goytre Wharf, Abergavenny
Dedicated dog room · All breeds including XL Bullies welcome · Doggy menu · Dog beds, water bowls & wall tethers · Dogs allowed on settees · Outdoor seating & grassy areas
We are a café situated in the beautiful Goytre Wharf, surrounded by canal boats and trip boats.
We serve hot and cold meals, alcohol and Sidoli's ice cream, as well as barista coffees and hot chocolates.
About This Listing:
This listing is based on information provided and confirmed by its owners, who remain responsible for its accuracy, including that they welcome XL Bullies.
The business has confirmed that they have not yet reviewed their insurance and legal responsibilities for accommodating XL Bullies.
Last confirmed on 9 July 2026.
XL Escapes shares this information to help you make informed decisions but does not own or manage this business.
Full Property Description:
We are situated next to the Mon & Brec Canal, with a marina, loads of grassy areas and plenty of outdoor seating.
We're just five minutes off the main A4042 road, which runs from Abergavenny to Pontypool.
During the good weather, we have live music outside and we also hold craft fayres three times a year.
Full Property Description:
We are situated next to the Mon & Brec Canal, with a marina, loads of grassy areas and plenty of outdoor seating.
We're just five minutes off the main A4042 road, which runs from Abergavenny to Pontypool.
During the good weather, we have live music outside and we also hold craft fayres three times a year.
For Our Four Legged Guests:
All dog breeds are welcome, including XL Bullies.
Penelope's Cafe has a dedicated dog room where you can dine with your dog.
The dog room has five settees and tables, with seating for 21 people.
Dogs are allowed on the settees in the dog room.
Water bowls and dog beds are provided.
Wall tethers are available in the dog room.
There is a little doggy menu available.
Dogs must be kept on leads.
XL Bullies must wear their muzzle in line with legal requirements.
The outdoor space is not fully enclosed.
There are 11 tables outside and heaps of outdoor space.
There are other animals on site, although further details have not yet been provided.
The café is in a rural environment.
There is a small forest within walking distance of the café.
The owners have not yet confirmed whether the café is suitable for reactive dogs and would like to discuss this further.
Dog-Friendly Details That Matter
All dog breeds are welcome, including XL Bullies.
Penelope's Cafe has a dedicated dog room where you can dine with your dog.
The dog room has five settees and tables, with seating for 21 people.
Dogs are allowed on the settees in the dog room.
Water bowls and dog beds are provided.
Wall tethers are available in the dog room.
There is a little doggy menu available.
Dogs must be kept on leads.
XL Bullies must wear their muzzle in line with legal requirements.
The outdoor space is not fully enclosed.
There are 11 tables outside and heaps of outdoor space.
There are other animals on site, although further details have not yet been provided.
The café is in a rural environment.
There is a small forest within walking distance of the café.
The owners have not yet confirmed whether the café is suitable for reactive dogs and would like to discuss this further.
Local Area Guide:
Penelope's Cafe is situated in the beautiful Goytre Wharf next to the Mon & Brec Canal.
The café is surrounded by canal boats and trip boats, with a marina, grassy areas and plenty of outdoor seating.
The surrounding environment is rural and there is a small forest within walking distance of the café.
The café is around five minutes from the A4042, which runs from Abergavenny to Pontypool.
Meet The Owners
We have an XL Bully and one of our staff has two.
We have a few regular Bullies visiting and they always receive a big warm welcome, as we know how awful it is for them wearing a muzzle and having to be on a lead constantly when all they want is to run like other dogs.
Paw of Approval
Photos from XL Escapes members, with dogs who gave this business their paw of approval.
XL Escapes Peace Of Mind Promise
Every business you see on XL Escapes has confirmed to us that they welcome XL Bullies.
Before being listed, we ask the questions we'd want answered ourselves — from real experience living and travelling with XL and reactive dogs.
That includes confirming they are happy to host XL Bullies, that their listing details are accurate, and that they've considered their own legal and insurance responsibilities.
We don't assume. We don't guess. We ask — and they confirm.
If anything changes or a business doesn't stand by what they've told us, we take it seriously.
If a business listed on XL Escapes turns you away because of your dog's breed, contact us. We will review it, remove them if necessary, and refund your membership.
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