Normandy beach and dog walk, France A busy resort town with plenty of touristic cafes, bistros and a massive beach.
Cabourg dog-friendly beach area, France Junction 29b Page de Dozul Dogs are allowed on one small section of the beach at Cabourg all year round.
Gold Beach walks with the dog, France Dogs are allowed on the beach here before mid-day and after 1900 in the summer.
Dog-friendly beach close to Monaco and Monte Carlo, France A small beach and cafe where dogs are allowed. There's not much beach when the tide is in, and this is ideal for dogs with modest expectations for a walk or very keen swimmers.
Sand Beach near Applecross, great for dogs, Scotland The beach is a short drive from Applecross and well worth it for the dogs to do some dashing and splashing well away from the road.
Carnlough dog-friendly beach, NI A former fishing village with a dog-friendly beach. At high tide most of the beach disappears near the harbour, but you can still find some sand further down.
A dog walk along the Cowan Trail, Scotland An idyllic walk with the dog that's just perfect for either a long, long walk or just a comfort break before or after the ferry to Tarbert.
Brodick Castle family and dog day out, Scotland Dogs are welcome in the estate gardens and also the cafe. The castle is a very good family plus dog day out on the isle of Arran.
Five Finger Strand and Dunes, RoI A beach that bears the brunt of the power of the Atlantic, with huge dunes to show how the water continually shapes the land here.
North Sea coast path and beach, Northumberland A wonderful beach with lots of sand, space for dogs to play and dash in and out of the water. You may also be able to spot traces of a prehistoric forest if the light and tides are right.
Stairhaven dog-friendly beach, Scotland Stony beach with direct access from the car park. Dogs allowed all year round.
Remote sandy bay and dog walk on the Isle of Skye, Scotland An idyllic and unspoiled beach where you really can get away from the crowds. It takes a while to walk there and there are no facilities. Expect sheep everywhere, and dogs should be on leads.
