California Country Park dog walk, Berkshire This is a popular country park, with plenty going on for everyone. There's kids' stuff, as well as quieter rambles away from the main play area.
Long Rock dog-friendly beach, Cornwall Dog walking beach that's popular with locals and visitors. It can look gloomy on a rainy day (as in the photos!) but is apparently glorious when the tide's out and the sun shining!
Par Sands dog-friendly beach, Cornwall Carland Cross No restrictions on dogs on the sandy beach here.
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.
Holkham dog-friendly beach, Norfolk Walk through pine trees and lots of sand down to the water. Dogs and horses go down there.
A60 Country Park dog walk near Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Conservation area with fields and footpaths, popular with local dog owners.
Woodland trails for dogs and kids near the M5, Somerset, Somerset Junction 26 A gentle stroll to an obelisk celebrating the Duke of Wellington and woodland trails. Perfect for dogs and families.
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?
A44 dog walk near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales Completely wonderful day out here for dogs, kids, and absolutely everyone in need of fresh air and open space.
M5 Junction 11A dog walk near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Junction 11 It's possible to enjoy a short 30 minute dog-walk here, or to spend much longer rambling over the hillside on clearly marked trails.
M60 Junction 16 doggiestop, Greater Manchester Junction 16 This Country Park between Manchester and Bolton is a haven of calm even though it's so close to the motorway. On the day we visited the air was pungent with the scent of wild flowers.
Dog walk and dog-friendly beach, Cornwall Small Cornish harbour town, with a working harbour, pubs, and beaches that allow dogs all year.