A stroll with the dog by the Thames, Oxfordshire
A perfect place for a bit of bummelling along the Thames path with the dog.
A perfect place for a bit of bummelling along the Thames path with the dog.
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.
Beccles is a centre for boating on the Broads, and you'll see boats of all shapes and sizes moored along the quays here.
Country pub with good reviews for the food and service. Dogs on leads are welcome in the bar. Look out for the church tower, it's very impressive.
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.
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.
The walk here is a favourite for local dog owners, and starts underneath a fascinating old wooden suspension bridge.
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!
Said to be the biggest sand dune system in Europe, and part of the national park, this is completely extraordinary. Too huge by far to be able to photograph, it's a 'must see' of the natural world.
This doggiestop ticks all the boxes for drivers, families and the dog.
A local dog walkers' favourite, and a good free alternative to Rother Valley for a dog walk if you don't need the amenities.
Don't be put off by the nerdy idea of a tram museum - this is an award winning day out, with a built-in walk and an amazing reconstruction of a village using 'found' buildings from far and wide.