A69 Popular dog walk and river gorge, Northumberland An astonishing gorge with clear paths and plantings that are a joy to explore. With over 600 acres this is one to keep coming back to. Fabulous for children, dogs and everyone.
A69 woodland dog walks with splashing river, Cumbria A great place for a dog walk, whether you're making a doggiestop on your journey or just looking for somewhere new to walk.
River Tyne dog walk and heritage trail, Northumberland Everyone can find something of interest in this small Northumberland village.
Dog walk through time in Roman Britain, Northumberland There's something dramatic about taking the dog for a walk around a Roman fort close to Hadrian's Wall. You've got to wonder if there are any ancient doggie sniffs for the pooch to savour.
A69 family and dog-friendly country park walks and tea rooms, Cumbria Woodland dog walks, an ancient glacial lake and lots of things for the family to enjoy makes this country park a good bet for a holiday visit or a quick doggie stop from the A69.
Jesmond Dene Park, Tyne and Wear Lovely secluded woodland in an almost hidden valley close to the centre of Newcastle. Your dog can run freely (except at the children's zoo) with woodland and over a mile of footpaths.
A69 Dog-friendly B&B in historic inn and town, Northumberland First up, this is a hugely popular town in tourist season and if there are no spaces in the car park then you're better off heading for one of the dog-friendly Roman towns or the Wall instead.
A69 old railway line dog walk, Northumberland Easy-going walk on a multi-user path with no stiles or cows to worry about. There's a real ale pub near the car park
A69 dog-friendly castle with cafe and walks, Northumberland Good place for a family and dog stop, and good value if you're an English Heritage member. Otherwise it can be pricey for what it is.
A69 Dog-friendly country inn with dog walk and swimming, Northumberland Riverside dog-friendly pub within easy reach of the A69. The dog walk is a delight in dry weather and our pup loves a river swim here.
Hadrian's dog walk, Cumbria Doggy delights in the footsteps of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Make sure you have your English Heritage card with you to avoid the parking charge.
Country dog walk and dog-friendly pub near Carlisle, Cumbria A traditional and dog-friendly pub with an easy dog walk from the door. Ideal for a stop near Carlisle.
A69 A walk with the dog on Hadrians Wall, Northumberland One of the very best bits of Hadrian's Wall with plenty of the wall to see, and the equally imposing sight of the Whin Sill pushing out from deep in the earth to the light.
Charming dog-friendly tea-rooms, Northumberland One of the very best garden tea rooms we've seen this year. The flowers are a delight and the cakes here are light and calorie-free.
A69 Roman Temple of Mithras dog walk, Northumberland On the rainswept day we were here it was hard to imagine Roman soldiers getting excited about Mithraic rituals here, let alone bull sacrifices and pagan fun.
A69 Riverside dog walk and country park by Hexham, Northumberland Parking in Hexham can be a horror story, so this is a relaxed and tranquil oasis of riverside calm.
A69 Roman Fort or a doggie beach and swimming spot, Northumberland Our plan was to walk with the dog to one of the forts on Hadrian's Wall. Instead we found a wonderful beach by a water-filled quarry that the dog point blank refused to leave.
A69 Roman Garrison Town - dog-friendly attraction, Northumberland At one time this was the northernmost town in the Roman Empire and hugely important. Today it's a breath of fresh air after the crowds in nearby Corbridge and well worth a visit.
A Roman walk with the dog, Northumberland This is one of the best Roman sites to visit with the dog because there is so much lush grass between the very spread out excavated sections that the dog will be fooled into thinking it's really a dog...
A visit to Hexham with the dog, Northumberland Avoid this one in peak tourist season, but definitely try for a stop here at quieter times of the year. The town has plenty of dog-friendly shops and a surprisingly large park just behind the centre.
A69 Woodland dog walk near Brampton, Cumbria Popular woodland for dog walking, and easy to reach from the A69. On the day we were there the lake was shimmering with sunlight reflecting on damselfly wings and it was just gorgeous.
A69 Country Park dog walks, Northumberland A former quarry that's slowly turning into a green and pleasant country park. It's still a work in progress and some of the paths are decidedly sharp on the paws.
A69 Priory ruins, riverside walk and Bark & Brew cafe, Cumbria Tranquil ruins where dogs are welcome and shaded seats are a welcome sight on a hot day. Best of all is the Bark and Brew dog cafe next door!
Campsite with excellent dog walk and swimming near Haltwhistle, Northumberland A camping site with access to dog walks through the Bellister Estate and also swimming in the Tyne. One of the best dog walks at a campsite we've found. You can also park nearby for just the walks.