M58 and M6 motorway doggiestop Beacon Country Park, Lancashire Junction 4 There are well signed paths leading out from both the car parks here, and plenty of space for dogs to stretch their legs and enjoy some excellent romping space.
Barnoldswick Canal dog walk and cafe, Lancashire Just the kind of driving break we love. A cafe with fresh, moist cakes and decent coffee, and a dog walk along a canal. Simple and perfect.
Bowland dog walk and superb country inn, Lancashire Outstanding traditional country hotel with quite formal service and a wonderfully warm welcome. Dog-friendly accommodation here too. Very much a place for delightful weekends away, and celebrations.
A walk in woodland wonder, Lancashire Marvellous dog walking here, with lots of different paths through mature woodland.
Brock Bottoms dog walk, Lancashire Turn right off Brock Mill Lane to find Brock Valley Picnic Site and a free car park. A notice board has details of all the walks available.
Old Village dog walk and beach, Lancashire A quiet village beside Morecambe Bay and within sight of the hills of the Lake District, there's plenty to explore here.
Gisburn Forest free car park and no cyclists, Lancashire A free car park and access to the forest for dog walks on paths where cyclists are very unlikely. This is a remote part of the forest and very calm.
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.
Woodland dog walk near Chorley, Lancashire We really enjoyed the walk here and especially the sound of the waves rippling across the surface of the reservoir.
M61 Junction 8 dog walk Cuerden Valley Park, Lancashire Junction 8 A quiet and restful walk along the side of the River Lostock in a less-visited section of this vast country park. You can get here easily from the M6 too.
Riverside dog walk with swimming, Lancashire A perfect walk for sociable dogs, with soft lush grass, doggie beaches by the river and swimming. Always check the river levels before letting your dog in the water.
A584 dog walk and dog-friendly cafe in Lytham St Anne's, Lancashire Wonderful dog-friendly public gardens with a handy dog-friendly cafe. Thanks to Driving with Dogs member Rachel Stretch for this recommendation.