Dog walk on the Leicestershire Round, Leicestershire Pretty village, with a well-signed walk. The village is in the middle of the Rutland, Melton and Leicester triangle and easy to find.
Evesham dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Worcestershire Evesham is perched on a bit of high ground inside a big loop of the River Avon. So with the inevitable delays getting over the bridges, traffic does build up at busy times.
Traditional country inn and dog walk near Grantham, Leicestershire A visit to this practically feudal village with a magnificent country inn is well worth the diversion off the A1. The dog gets a good walk on a traditional Estate too.
Lynford dog walk near Thetford, Norfolk Lovely dog walking in the grounds and surrounds of an elegant Victorian country house.
A83 exit 5 doggiestop near Les Essarts, France Junction 5 Les Essarts - Les Herbiers Architecturally the town of Les Essarts can't be described as picturesque and yet strangers receive a warm welcome, which gives the town considerable charm. Their tour de france murals were huge.
A63 Exit 6 doggiestop in Bayonne, France Junction 6 Bayonne nord Fabulously friendly tiny city where you'll feel comfortable walking around with the dog - and it's not so crowded that there's any worry about anyone treading on Toutou's paws.
A20 exit 25 Lakeside dog walk, France Junction 25 Rases, St Sylvestre An ideal place for drivers, dogs and passengers to get out and really enjoy this well planned leisure/activity park. There's loads of space, clean WCs, easy parking and it's a pleasure to visit.
A7 Exit 26 doggiestop near Mallemort, France Junction 26 The walk here is a favourite for local dog owners, and starts underneath a fascinating old wooden suspension bridge.
A20 exit 20 Saint-Benoît-du-Sault doggiestop, France Junction 20 Eguzon, St Bernard d/S A medieval village, well off the tourist track. You'll find a couple of patisseries and boulangerie, and plenty of medieval period property for sale if you feel like moving!
A11 exit 10 doggiestop near Malicorne, France Junction 10 This doggiestop ticks all the boxes for drivers, families and the dog.
A57 small country park dog walk, South Yorkshire A local dog walkers' favourite, and a good free alternative to Rother Valley for a dog walk if you don't need the amenities.
Riverside Park dog walk near Bewdley, Worcestershire A nice mix of lush meadows and woodland, with the river Severn flowing by beyond the grass. On a warm day it's a good spot for a stroll, cool drink and generally potter around.