Forest dog walk and wobbly boulders, Brittany, France A terrific dog walk in the forest away from the popular tourist area. But do try and shift the 137 ton granite boulder as well. It can be done, and looks very spectacular indeed.
Off-lead dog walk near Huelgoat, Brittany, France An unusual place for a dog walk, and yet it's far less crowded than the nearby forest and you are unlikely to encounter anyone other than the occasional dog walker.
Dog walk and country pub near Cirencester, Gloucestershire A pleasant combo of a country dog walk across fields and a relaxed and friendly dog-friendly pub.
A51 Marvellous country pub and a short dog walk, Staffordshire A dog-friendly country pub in a village that seems to be rooted in a cap-doffing, feudal system dominated by the very impressive Hall just around the corner.
A46 Teddington Stores and Cafe, Gloucestershire Excellent foodie stop with a cafe and farm shop with some luscious produce. Children and dogs welcome. It's a good choice for a food stop just before or after the M5.
Dog-friendly zoo and woodland walk, Cambridgeshire This is a great stop for a family visit It's a working farm and zoo with tropical gardens, and quite an exotic place to stop and take a break.
A1 Haddington dog walks and cafe, Scotland This is a really interesting place for a break from the A1. The cafe is a thriving community hub and very welcoming.
Cafe and secure dog park near North Berwick, Scotland We love this combo of a secure dog park and a cafe with outstanding cakes and great coffee. You can grab a coffee to go and then spend off-lead time with the pooch in a totally safe dog field.
Moffat woodland dog walk from the town centre and camp sites, Scotland Moffat is well-known as a town for walkers, and also blessed with dog-friendly pubs and cafes too. This walk is a good way to explore the north of the town and enjoy views over Annandale.
Dog-friendly beach on the Biscay Coast, France A big windy beach that's popular with surfers as well as families. The waves roll in from the Atlantic and can be spectacular.
Pennedepie dog-friendly beach walk, France Junction 1 Deauville A lonely beach backed by marshes where dogs on leads are allowed all year around.