Nercwys Forest dog walk, Wales A small and usually tranquil piece of forest, lovely and cool in hot weather. No stiles, and easy walking. No sheep. Horses possible. Great views.
A96 dog-friendly beach in Nairn, Scotland Long, clean beach, flat, dunes, perfect for dogs and owners. Dogs allowed off-lead. On the other side of the sand dunes is a lake and a path back to the car park.
Swan Inn dog-friendly pub, Newtown, Berkshire Wash Water Junction A gorgeous Grade II listed dog-friendly Inn just off the A34 and a short drive south off the M4 towards Newbury, south of the town itself.
Bowleaze Cove dog-friendly beach, Dorset Shingle beach that's great for a good off lead run. Good facilities and nice walk along sea wall into Weymouth.
A55 Dulas dog-friendly beach, Anglesey, Wales Junction 8 Large (at low tide) uncrowded beach that's particularly popular with dog owners. No restrictions on canine access. Check the tide tables before you go, and be very careful where you park.
M77 Junction 3 dog walk near Glasgow, Scotland Junction 3 This is a fabulous dog walking park near the M77 and a wonderful place to escape the stress of a long journey. From open spaces to woodland rambles, there's plenty of things for dogs to do.
A85 dog walk near Dalmally, Scotland Really handy walk just off the A85, and very calming for dogs and drivers if you've been stuck behind traffic for ages.
Broombriggs Farm and Windmill Hill dog walks near Woodhouse Eaves, Leicestershire Junction 23 Country park near Leicester, with woodland trails and a windmill. It's based around a traditional farm that was bequeathed to the council to use as a sort of outdoor heritage museum
Leeds EXtra services with circular lake walk, West Yorkshire Junction 45 EXtra services with large circular walk about 1.7 miles around a large lake teaming with swans, ducks and wildlife.
A93 dog walk at Crathes Castle, Scotland A lovely place to go with the family and your dogs. It is a much used local walk, so you will meet a lots of other doggie friends, can be very busy at the weekends but quieter during the week.