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.
We really enjoyed the walk here and especially the sound of the waves rippling across the surface of the reservoir.
A pleasant walking route beside a reservoir to please the dog, and then head for refreshments at the recently refurbished inn, or tea and antiques.
A quiet backwater by the canal where dogs can run free on the towpath. The dog-friendly pub is currently open only at weekends.
A quiet and atmospheric woodland walk with a feast of bluebells in spring, and very few people around.
An easy-going path on the trans-pennine trail where it feels as if you have the hills to yourself and the dog.
A gem of a dog-friendly village inn, and a walk starts directly opposite. The hamlet seems to be rooted in the 17th century still and the central square with the church and the pub is a delight.
An exciting walk for families and dogs along a beck with a number of little waterfalls and doggie swimming pools. Lovely in summer, not so great in icy weather.
First up, you need to plan the train trip and not just rock up. Seats get booked up fast. Dogs are welcome and on a sunny day it's a nice ride.
Far from the crowds at the palatial Castle Howard nearby, you'll find a relaxing mood here in 160 acres of peace and calm.
You get a lot of pubs claiming to be all things to all comers, and this marvellous and dog-friendly pub knocks spots off the competition and actually is the hub of the village.
A quiet and gentle woodland dog walk with trees giving plenty of protection against the sun, and rain too. Very relaxing for people and dogs.
A really good, long dog walk that's worth checking out if you are staying nearby. The rural pub where drovers used to halt seems to be for sale (2024).