M6 Jct 28 Cuerden Valley dog walks, Lancashire Junction 28 Lovely easy walk on gravelled paths around a very large country park. Lots of access to the River Lostock running through which the dog loved.
M6 Junction 28 or 29 Cuerden Valley Park, Lancashire Junction 29 Cuerden Valley Park is hugely popular with dog walkers, and the bright-eyed, waggy tailed dogs Jem met made it clear that this is a piece of canine heaven.
Rossendale Way Cafe and Walk, Lancashire A popular dog-friendly cafe and walks, and it's easy to find from the A56.
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.
A584 dog walk and dog-friendly pub, Lytham St Anne's, Lancashire Splendidly situated dog-friendly hotel close to a dog-friendly beach. Thanks to Driving with Dogs member Rachel Stretch for this recommendation.
M6 Junction 31 dog walks near Blackburn, Lancashire Junction 31 Witton Park is a large recreation park with plenty of amenities, and is fortunate to have the Weaver's Way footpath starting in the park as well.
St Annes dog-friendly beach, Lancashire My favourite beach for playing when visiting Blackpool. Sand dunes and lots of running space. You don't need to check tide times as the beach entrance never seems to get closer than around 0.
Towneley Park dog walks, Lancashire Towneley Hall and park are one of Burnley's greatest assets. The Hall, which is open to the public, sits in extensive parkland with woods, riverbanks, a playground and playing fields.
Woodland walk near Burnley, Lancashire The pup had a fabulous walk in the oak and broadleaf woodland here, we both loved it.
Hurstwood circular dog walk, Lancashire An easy walk around a small reservoir. You're not far from Burnley, but this feels like deep countryside.
Countryside dog walk around historic house, Lancashire Junction 9 A National Trust property with a marked circular walk suitable for dogs, and also the usual clean facilities for driver comfort. It's a good family stop even without the cafe.
M55 Junction 1 dog walk and dog-friendly pub Woodplumpton, Lancashire Junction 1 Good combo of dog walk and welcoming dog-friendly pub. The bar has a haunted fireplace so after a scamper over the fields, your dog may get the chance to growl at some spooks.