Brighton dog-friendly beach, France More than a dog-friendly beach, this is a great place to walk the dog under cooling pine trees and then explore beaches that you're likely to have entirely to yourself.
Neufchatel-Hardelot dog-friendly beach, France Dogs allowed on the beach in France Most of this huge sandy beach has dog restrictions, but if you head to the east side you'll find that dogs are welcome all year round.
Ambleteuse dog-friendly beach and dog walk, France The character of Ambleteuse is largely defined by its role in military history, and there's a magnificent brooding ruin of a fortress on the stony beach. It's a Vauban fortress, with later additions.
A dog walk in St Suliac, France One of the prettiest fishing villages in France, with houses and walls festooned with traditional fishing nets. An explore of the narrow pedestrian lanes in the old town is a delight.
Baie de Launay dog-friendly beach, Brittany, France Dogs allowed on this sheltered beach year round, but with time restrictions in the summer. You'll need to be off the beach by 10am and then there's access again at 7pm.
Dog-friendly country inn near the M4, Berkshire Junction 14 Literally a minute from the motorway, this dog-welcoming country inn takes you into a different world from the M4.
M5 Dog walk, dog-friendly pub and farm shop, Somerset Junction 21 An interesting stop, with a good farm shop and the chance to buy some freshly-made cider direct from the brewery.
A31 Alresford dog walk with paddling and pub, and farmshop, Hampshire We were charmed by this pretty town with a delightful dog walk by the side of a shallow, twinkling stream and a 15th century dog-friendly pub for refreshments at the start of the walk.
A89 dog beach with designated doggy swimming, France A relaxing place to take a break, with a grassy area and also shade under the trees. For dogs who are a bit nervous of the water, there's a gentle slope down for easy paddling.
M62 Jct 34 Dog walk and dog-friendly pub, South Yorkshire A dog-friendly country inn with dog walks just a short way from the M62. Expect a friendly welcome from the new management here. Good for families and it's also a handy motorhome stopover.
Knapdale forest dog walk near Crinan, Scotland Excellent part of the massive forest for walking dogs. There are several marked trails and on a clear day the views are spectacular.
Chapel and Stones dog walk, Scotland A short woodland stroll with the dog will bring you to a curious collection of early Christian signs and a glimpse too of the very rich history of the area.
