Tranquil dog-friendly gardens and tropical planting, Scotland A very calm and shady garden where you can see the extraordinary climate of the Rhins at work. Dogs are welcome on lead, and you may well spot a red squirrel dashing from tree to tree.
Dog walk and dog-friendly dining near Peebles, Scotland Inside the unassuming exterior of this gastro-pub with dog-friendly B&B rooms you'll find a warm welcome and sophisticated interior.
Castle ruins, pretty harbour and many dog-friendly places to eat, Scotland A popular village with many visitors returning year after year to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, boat trips and sea food.
Dog-friendly country inn between Ludlow and Stourport, Shropshire Country inn with dog-friendly rooms and a pleasant country walk from the door. It's a handy place to stop if you're looking for a weekend lunch on the way from the West Midlands to mid-Wales.
A dog walk with a pie and a pint, Lancashire A dog-friendly village inn to take a break from a long drive, or to stay for a weekend. A dog walk from the door gives you a glimpse at life in this outstandingly pretty village.
A pretty village with tea room and gentle dog walk, Lancashire Picture perfect village that looks as if it belongs in the Cotswolds! Tea room in summer and a lovely walk over lush grassy fields.
A dog walk round a mere and country park, Shropshire An enjoyable stroll near to one of the characteristic meres of the area. Lovely for dogs, kids and drivers and with plenty to interest anyone remotely interested in wildflowers and insect life.
A castle dog walk near Wrexham, Wales A huge statement of English domination over the Welsh, and then a transformation into a more domestic and homely space. So there's a fair bit of history going on.
Lakeside country park dog walk and cafe, West Yorkshire A large and popular country park with huge appeal for dogs and children. We were charmed by the Room on a Broom walk, with some slighty scary witches along the way!
Easy access dog walk in a secluded valley near Buxton, Derbyshire Easy access dog walk in a quiet and peaceful part of the Peak District. It's a wonderful place to hear curlews and see some super-sized moorland insects (nice ones).
A short walk on a long causeway near Bamford, Derbyshire A cheat of one of the iconic High Peak walks is exactly what you need for a short walk with the dog and a break from the driving.
The beer garden with the fantastic view, Staffordshire This has to be the 'best view from a beer garden' in the county. Totally stunning on a clear day, and worth the winding lanes to get here.
