Station Coffee House and walk - great in Summer, Northumberland An easy place to stop for a coffee and snack just a few miles from the A68.
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.
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.
Ardwell picnic stop and dog-friendly beach, Scotland A very convenient picnic site right on the beach with easy access for motorhomes and caravans.
Skye Dinosaur footprints on the beach, Scotland This is just one of the beaches on Skye where you can see actual dinosaur footprints embedded in the rock. The trick is to be able to spot them.
Romantic Castle Ruins and dog-friendly beach, Scotland A small castle ruin with magnificent views across the water and loads of romantic atmosphere. Active dogs will want more of a walk, or could swim from the beach. This is just a short stop.
A dog walk along the Caledonian canal, Scotland A chance to take a good look at a really impressive flight of locks and walk the dog too. The town is attractive and you'll find a number of dog-friendly cafes.
Trossachs Pier dog walk and cruises, Scotland We saw a lot of dogs hopping on and off the loch ferry cruise boats here. If you fancy a short cruise they leave regularly and give you an unrivalled view of the loch.
Skipness Castle and seafood cafe, Scotland Today the castle looks a tad forlorn, but back in the day it was a vibrant centre and visitors came by sea. Dogs are welcome around the ruins and there's a seafood cafe next door.
Hyndlee Forest dog walk, Scotland Everything for dogs to love here, with endless space and paths. Getting there seems to take for ages but it's definitely worth it if you have dogs or kids who really need to let off steam.
Stone Circle and amazing views, Shropshire When it's time to walk high, breathe deeply and enjoy a spectacular view with a mini-stonehenge behind you - here's the spot.
