Dog-friendly beach and coast path near Blackpool, Lancashire When the tide is out the beach here is an enormous doggie playground with views across to the hills surrounding the South Lakes.
Cocklawburn dog-friendly beach, Northumberland Large sandy beach with no dog restrictions, and popular with families. Not too far away from the A1 for a fun family stop.
Dog-friendly inn with dog-friendly beach and long walks, Somerset Dog-friendly inn with B&B rooms, right on the waterfront and just right for a long dog walk on the beach. Easy to find from the A39 and a good place for a journey break or weekend treat.
Atlantic dunes dog-friendly beach and walk, France Said to be the biggest sand dune system in Europe, and part of the national park, this is completely extraordinary. Too huge by far to be able to photograph, it's a 'must see' of the natural world.
Dog-friendly beach near Quend, France Dogs allowed on the beach in France The beach is divided, and the dog-friendly section is to the left (as you look at the sea).
Badachro dog-friendly dining, Scotland A hidden treasure of a harbourside inn with exceptionally good food, dog-friendly dining and a warm welcome to all. A few miles down a bumpy single-track road and worth every pothole.
Gairloch woodland dog walks, dog-friendly beach and refreshments, Scotland Gairloch spreads itself out along the road and divides into three parts.
Loch Ness dog-friendly beach, dog walk and dog-friendly pub, Scotland A pawfect place to let the dogs out on the beach for a run and then enjoy a coffee from the shack or a pint from the pub. It's the best place for some Nessie hunting too!
Loch Lomond dog walk and swimming, Scotland Excellent place to stop with the dog for swimming and a walk on the A82 southbound. Free parking, campervan/motorhome overnight parking and clean toilets.
Brighouse Bay - dog-friendly beach and walk, Scotland Such a pleasure to come here with the dog. If the tide is in you can enjoy a woodland walk around the bay, or play on the sandy beach when the tide permits.
Hycemoor dog-friendly beach, Cumbria A massive sandy beach with a number of large rockpools to entertain kids of all ages at low tide. Dogs have literally miles of running space and it is never crowded here.
Mappleton dog-friendly beach, East Yorkshire Long and unrestricted beach on the Holderness coastline. It's perfect for dog walking. Don't miss the Old Post Office cafe for some good ice-cream, teas and meals.