Ale Water picnic spot, Scotland A very out of the way riverside picnic spot with access to the river for hot dogs. There's nothing going on in the village, although it was home to the 18th century poet William Knox.
Dog-friendly country inn and dog walk not far from Kings Lynn, Norfolk A country inn that's full of charm. Warm and comforting in winter, open and spacious in summer. Since we visited the management has changed at least twice - we think it's still dog-friendly.
Historical dog walk in the Marches, Herefordshire This is one of my favourite castles on the Welsh/English border. It's perfect for a gentle stroll with the dog, a boisterous game site for travel-weary kids or even a romantic picnic.
A404 local walk Chorleywood, Hertfordshire Very pleasant local woodland walk, with some really loud woodpeckers to keep you company. No facilities, and not worth a detour from the motorway, but handy if you are already nearby.
A38 dog-friendly hotel and dog walk, Staffordshire Originally a waterside farmhouse near Burton upon Trent, this is now a warm and welcoming dog-friendly country inn and hotel, on the banks of the river Trent. Very handy for a break from your journey.
Tewkesbury dog-friendly inn, Gloucestershire Black and white timbered slice of history, right opposite the Abbey and lovely for a tea/coffee as well as meals. Dogs welcome in the bar and there's also dog-friendly accommodation.
Dog walk and thatched pub on the Downs, Dorset Top class dog walk and a lovely old thatched pub to sit outside and enjoy the countryside and bracing air.
Waterfall dog walk, Cumbria The wild, remote area and a magnificent waterfall at the end of an easy to follow path makes this short walk an exhilarating experience. There may be sheep around, but otherwise it's ideal for dogs.
Country pub and a choice of dog walks, Lincolnshire This part of Lincolnshire rivals the Cotswolds for honey stone cottages and a quiet rural pace. It's a fine place for a dog walk.
The White House at Littleborough dog walks, Greater Manchester Starting point is the pub, although it does gripe me it's not dog friendly, however a car park just beneath the pub is the starting point for numerous great walks around the reservoirs.
Queen's hill country park, Norfolk A small route around some water on the right side of the road, if you cross the road there is a woodland path, the woodland walk is a dead end with a bench at the end.
