Ambleteuse dog-friendly beach, France France dog-friendly beach. Between Boulogne and Calais this shingle beach has no dog restrictions.
Opal Coast dog-friendly beach near Camiers, France Sainte Cecile is a popular summer resort with plenty going on in season. If you're juggling the needs of family, dog and friends then this is a good bet to keep everyone happy.
Dog-friendly beach near Dublin, RoI Long stretch of beach that's a really useful place to stop just off the M1 near Dublin as well as just a popular doggie walk if you're staying in the area.
Normandy beach and dog walk, France A busy resort town with plenty of touristic cafes, bistros and a massive beach.
Dog-friendly beach near the Arran ferry, Scotland This is a dog-friendly beach and perfect for a dog walk before getting onto a ferry to Arran or further afield. There are no dog restrictions and the beach is sandy.
Dog-friendly beach walk off the A83 near Campbeltown, Scotland Large sandy beach with no dog restrictions. Easy to park and get to from the A83.
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.
Dog-friendly Nairn dog walk and beaches, Scotland We fell in love with this dog-friendly seaside town.
Dog-friendly coaching inn near Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear A recently refurbished and much improved dog-friendly 18th century coaching inn near Whitley Bay. It's popular with families and we found a pleasant and lively atmosphere.
A1 dog walk on the beach, Northumberland Dogs are allowed on the beach year round, and the red and white lighthouse is a striking landmark at the end of a distant jetty.
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.
Ardwell picnic stop and dog-friendly beach, Scotland A very convenient picnic site right on the beach with easy access for motorhomes and caravans.
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.
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.
Dog-friendly beach and woodland walks, Scotland Fabulous dog stop here with a short walk to the beach through woodland and then endless romping space on the sand.
Dog-friendly beach near Biscarosse, France A long stretch of sandy beach rather delightfully situated between the local sewage treatment works and the start of a military zone. To be fair, the dog won't know!
Dog-friendly Camargue beach, France A massive sandy beach with plenty of parking. You'll find a typical Camargue beach here, with a slightly odd sense of solitude and desolation.
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.
Devils Bridge inland doggie lido, France An interesting walk to enjoy the rather magnificent 'Devil's Bridge' overlooking the Ardeche river. Legend has it that the devil took a hand in designing the 17m high bridge, made out of basalt.
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.
Red Point dog-friendly beach, Scotland Large sandy beaches with lots of space for dogs to have a really good time. Bumpy single-track lane to get there, but then that's part of the fun!
Dog-friendly beach on the Biscay Coast, France A big windy beach that's popular with surfers as well as families. The waves roll in from the Atlantic and can be spectacular.