Darran Valley dog walk near Bargoed, Wales A bit of a leg stretcher out of the Darran Valley to the Beacon hill and around a bit.
St Marys Island and coast path, Tyne and Wear An easy, occasionally bracing, walk to a lighthouse reached over a tidal causeway. It's a popular tourist attraction, as are the seals who live here.
M1 Junction 13 Canalside dog walk with dog-friendly pub, Bedfordshire Junction 13 Country pub, right on the Grand Union canal towpath for walkies. Log fires in winter, and plenty of outside seating in summer.
Rural dog walk and dog-friendly pub near Henley, Oxfordshire A rural country pub surrounded by tracks and paths, so perfect for a dog walk. This walk is a 3.5 mile circular route, with a shorter option for little legs or elderly dogs.
Neath dog walk, Glamorgan, Wales This is a lovely place to visit with the dog. It's set in an early 18th century landscaped garden and there's plenty of lakes, cascades and a grotto to enjoy.
Strelley dog walk 2 miles from M1 j26, Nottinghamshire Junction 26 Multiple footpath routes to choose from off Main Street, heading through village. Farm lanes and footpaths, some livestock/horses may be in fields. Circular walks of all lengths. Dog friendly pub.
Mildenhall Warren Lodge Dog Walks, Suffolk Great forest walks just off the A11 in Thetford Forest Park. Very popular with dog walkers and has a small free carpark, with other parking available in laybys along the road.
A ruined abbey and short dog leg-stretch, Scotland An atmospheric ruined abbey where Mary Queen of Scots spent her last nights in Scotland. Dogs will love the paw-cooling grass and big bowl of cool water by the entry cabin.
A1 dog-friendly beach near Edinburgh, Scotland A slightly odd mix of old lime kilns and a modern power station here. But dogs will adore the space at low tide and the parking is easy. It's really close to the A1 and easy to find.
A30 Well-stocked Farm Shop, cafe and plenty of parking, Dorset A really good stop for families heading to the coast. The farm shop is well stocked and you can do a full holiday shop.
Castle ruins dog walk, Scotland Who loves a brooding, romantic castle ruin? This is the place to take a break and enjoy a short stroll with the dog across the marshes to a 15th century crumbling fortress.
Greenford local dog walk, Greater London A good 'last chance' off-lead stop before getting into London, there are fantastic views over London from the top of the hill - and it really feels like countryside.
