Caen Vets 2, France Junction 48 Many vet surgeries in France have at least one person who can speak some English. Google Translate on your phone can be very helpful when you need to explain something complicated.
A21 dog-friendly Italian pub and dog walk, Kent Lovely for a break from the driving, and some very tasty Italian cooking that will please all the family. And a dog walk too.
A233 dog walk and dog-friendly inn, Surrey A real country atmosphere here, an easy dog walk and well-run 16th century inn for refreshment.
M2 Junction 6 dog-friendly pub near Faversham, Kent Junction 6 Beautiful 18th century pub where children and dogs are welcome. Large garden. If you're travelling on the M2 or the M20, it's easy to take a short woodland walk before or after coming here.
Stour Valley Way dog walk and pub, Dorset Community owned, dog-friendly pub with unbelievable food. Worth driving out of your way for - and an easy-going stile-free walkies too.
A69 Riverside dog walk and country park by Hexham, Northumberland Parking in Hexham can be a horror story, so this is a relaxed and tranquil oasis of riverside calm.
Dog-friendly beach and dog walk near Bude, Cornwall Dog access to the small rocky beach is allowed all year round.
Ratby dog walk in the forest, Leicestershire A popular dog walking wood, with a surprising variety of trees. Don't be put off by the closeness of the motorway, you're not really aware of it once over the bridge.
Thetford Forest dog walks, Norfolk An enormous Forestry Commission run forest park, with plenty for dogs, kids and walkers to enjoy.
A69 Roman Garrison Town - dog-friendly attraction, Northumberland At one time this was the northernmost town in the Roman Empire and hugely important. Today it's a breath of fresh air after the crowds in nearby Corbridge and well worth a visit.
A381 dog-friendly pub and dog walk near Salcombe, Devon A lovely village pub where everyone is warmly welcomed including the dog. A great place to break your journey and enjoy an easy-going walk.
Ridgeway dog walk and a dog-friendly pub, Oxfordshire A brisk trot up to the Ridgeway with the dog, and then refreshments in a 17th century dog-friendly inn.
