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.
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.
Wishing Well dog walk on the Black Isle, Scotland An easy-going woodland dog walk on the Black Isle complete with a Clootie Well with alleged healing properties.
Brighouse Bay - dog-friendly beach and walk, Scotland Such a pleasure to come here with the dog. If the tide is in you can enjoy a woodland walk around the bay, or play on the sandy beach when the tide permits.
Quiet woodland dog walk, Cumbria Woodland walkies in the forest is a great option for dogs to enjoy an off-lead ramble without fear of livestock or getting lost on footpaths.
Woodland dog walk near Market Drayton, Shropshire It took us ages to find this wood, mainly because of road closures and repairs.
A few hours of pleasure in dog-friendly formal gardens near Northwich, Cheshire When the weather is kind and you're in the mood for a gentle stroll around some delightful gardens, then head to Arley for an absolute treat of floral positivity and scented joy.
Country Park and the River Manifold dog walk, Staffordshire A National Trust countryside park with unusually good facilities for dogs. Walks by the river are suitable for off-lead dog walking, and there's even a doggie cafe under cover for wet days.
Riverside tea rooms and walks, Staffordshire Quaint little tearoom with riverside seating and an outstandingly confident cat in full control of the establishment!
A53 Brookside dog walk near Gradbach, Derbyshire An easy-going walk with the chance of refreshments in an outdoor cafe along the way.
Canal or old railway dog walk and dog-friendly pub near the A6, Cheshire A fine place to take a break from driving and discover some dog walking magic, with a fine dog-friendly pub as well.
Beach walk near Warkworth, Northumberland A massive dog-friendly beach with not a restriction in sight. Our pup went nuts in the water and ran herself silly afterwards.