Country Park dog walk near Lincoln, Lincolnshire A super park for dogs, with flat walking in 200 acres of woodland and wetland, and it's easy to get to from the city centre.
M25 Junction 29 country park dog walk, Essex Junction 29 This is a fascinating open space, as it is really several parks within a park.
Embleton dog-friendly beach, Northumberland Thunderbourne Interchange Dogs can get onto this lovely sandy beach all year round. It's backed by dunes and is a fabulous off-lead romp for dogs. Within walking distance of the CCC campsite.
M1 Junction 46 dog walk and stately home cafe, West Yorkshire Junction 46 This park is absolutely vast, with over 1500 acres of woodland and parkland, and a working farm. And what dog could resist the opportunity to leave his mark against a tree planted by Capability Brown?
A66 Castle ruins and doggiestop near Bowes, County Durham Easy to reach from the A66, this castle ruin is a good doggiestop and fun for kids too. Free entry and plenty of fresh air.
Dog walk and dog-friendly beach, Cornwall Small Cornish harbour town, with a working harbour, pubs, and beaches that allow dogs all year.
Country Park dog walk near Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Good walking in this historic park. Look out for the interesting colliery remains near the car park. Horses also use the park, so avoid the bridle paths if your dog is scared of large beasties!
M1 Junction 35 woodland dog walk and dog-friendly pub, South Yorkshire Junction 35 A quiet dog walk and a dog-friendly pub close to the M1 Junction 35. The dog walk is through the leafy splendour of an ancient coppice.
M42 Junction 10 country park dog walk, Warwickshire Junction 10 Dog walk in a really interesting country park, formed out of the remains of a colliery. The ponds in the park came about from subsidence, not design. It's a gritty sort of park, but worth a visit.
Woodland dog walk with no stiles or sheep Pembrokeshire, Wales A gloriously sheep and stile-free walk in an ancient forest that's now part of the Pembrokeshire national park.
Dog walk on the roof of White Sheet, Wiltshire This is a tremendous place to stop so allow plenty of time for dogs, kids and everyone to celebrate the big spaces and heritage here. Just wonderful.
A28 exit 5 forest dog walk near Blangy, France Junction 5 Blangy-sur-Bresle Popular with local dog walkers, this is a great break from the autoroute for drivers, dogs and everyone. The paths are wide and easy to follow, and the forest is a delight.