Relaxing garden walks and doggie swimming, Durham Once an industrialist's palace, the house has long since decayed and the glorious gardens are open to all to enjoy.
Historic woodland and beach near Bridlington, East Yorkshire An enchanting woodland nature reserve with magical grottos and perfect leafy cool. Nowhere better for hot dogs and children on a hot summer day.
Castle and wild-flower meadow dog walk, Lincolnshire A relaxed and gentle dog walk across meadows and with the chance of a doggie swim in a lake. You may also spot all sorts of aircraft old and new taking off from the airfield nearby.
Dog-friendly pub and stroll in Ipswich, Suffolk A really friendly pub in the middle of Ipswich where dogs are as welcome as people. With a lovely park for walkies nearby, this is an oasis in the heart of a busy town.
Easy dog walk in the Exmoor National Park, Somerset A good spot for a dog walk, and with views over the lake below. This is one to bring your own picnic and enjoy an al fresco munch in a pretty spot in the national park.
A366 dog-friendly pub and dog walk near Trowbridge, Wiltshire There are few more idyllic places than a dog-friendly pub with its own cricket pitch. This is a lovely place to visit and dogs will enjoy their walkies, whether it is long or short.
A36 Historic and dog-friendly inn and B&B, Somerset Historic and dog-friendly inn that looks nothing special from the road, but is very beguiling once you're inside. Within easy reach of Frome or Warminster from the A36.
Dog walks and dog-friendly pub near Bath, Somerset Gloriously dog-friendly dining pub with several excellent walks from the door.
A20 exit 38 Old Chateau dog walk, France Junction 38 Le Vigen, Solignac The atmospheric ruins of the Château Châlucet make a perfect dog walk and an interesting and varied break from driving, and are well worth a longer visit if you're staying in the area.
A20 exit 27 Ambazac doggiestop, France Junction 27 Bonnac la Cote Pick up some lovely French pastries from the village, and then head down to the lake for a properly long dog walk and some fresh air
A20 exit 43 Masseret dog walk, France Junction 43 Masseret We were amazed how dog-friendly and relaxing this little village is. The tower on top of the hill in the village is next to a cheerful and welcoming restaurant, with outside tables.
Normandy dog friendly beach, France Another dog friendly beach* on the Cote de Nacre. This is one of the Normandy beaches and this is where the Canadians established a bridgehead in World War II.
