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Fabulous romping ground for dogs, in highly dog-friendly Forestry Commission woodland. Handy for a doggiestop from the A1 and the A17.
This is an enormous country park and hugely popular with local dog owners. There are a multitude of small paths and fields as well as the formal grounds and lake.
Forestry Commission woodland with easy to follow paths and lots of romping ground for dogs.
Few places better than a crumbling ruin for a thoughtful moment of walkies with Fido. This was once home to a large community of White Canons, until Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries.
This is reputed to be the only village left in England that still maintains the 'rotating' medieval field system.
One of those quaint 'English' dog walks, with a fabulous pub, cricket pitch and strolling route on springy grass through lush countryside.
A great place for a dog walk, and the woods are also full of local history.
Dogs will adore this quiet woodland, and it's a great place for a healthy leg stretch for dogs and drivers very close to the A1.
A big open walk on the River Trent plain, and a grand opportunity for doggie socialising. It's popular with local dog-walkers and there's no chance of getting lost.
A choice of dog walks here, including one with full wheelchair access along the Viking Way. The signage is very good and if you're staying nearby it's worth exploring the different routes.
Long sandy beach
This is a popular dog walking site for local residents and tourists, and has a good mix of manicured lawns, rougher dog romping space and a lake.
Junction 17
A wonderful place to visit at any time of year, and perfect for dog-walkers. This is a lovely expanse of greenery with loads of meadows, lakes and trees to sniff around.
This historic village is a fantastic place for dogs, and kids of all ages from 4 to 94. The dunes and beach behind the massive castle are wide and spacious enough for the most energetic hound.
This country park is a wonderful place to walk around. It's a hilly place, but delightful to stroll through the trees, meadows and down to the River Blyth in the valley bottom.
Plenty of walking to be had in this 2,400 acre reservoir and countryside centre. Close to both the A1 and also the A14.
We love stopping at this dog-friendly pub near Colsterworth as a respite from the A1. The farm shop is great for stocking up on self-catering essentials too.
Very easy to reach dog walk off the A1 near St Neots. A series of lakes with well marked paths and an attractive mix of water and wildflowers. Lovely walking for people and dogs.
Grand place for dogs - and a fantastic view from the top on a clear day.
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.
Another doggy-tastic big sandy beach in Northumberland with no restrictions on dogs, and plenty of poo bins are in place.
Dogs welcome on this beach all year round. There are a couple of fish and chip shops right by the car park (neither open all day).
A bustling tourist centre, with a fine dog walk and some dog-friendly pubs. Be prepared for quite a long stop here if you have Harry Potter fans on board or gardening enthusiasts.
A small, warm and welcoming local pub with stone flagstones and roaring fires. After a day of walking in horizontal February sleet a visit here was the highlight of the day!
Thunderbourne Interchange
Beautiful sandy expanse with lots of room for kids and dogs. Dogs welcome all year round. Parking is easiest in the signed beach car park, as there's limited space in the village.
Junction 17
A short with the dog to see the site of the castle where Mary Queen of Scots lost her head. It seems a forlorn grassy lump these days but the castle was significant some 400 years ago.
Southoe Turn
Flat grasslands walk popular with local dog owners.
Thistly Cross Roundabout
Fabulous combination of a big sandy beach, and access to a long distance footpath too. Very popular with local dog-walkers, and pure doggie delight for the pooch.
I love this coastal village. Dogs are welcome in the pub, kippers from the smoke house are just wonderful, and dogs are allowed on the beach.
Junction 10
Less than a mile from Junction 9 on the A1 and an oasis of calm for a dog walk.
Junction 10
Enjoy lunch in a very old coaching inn where Dickens used to spin yarns by the fireplace and then walk it off on a riverside path with lots of doggy romping space.
Southoe Turn
Created on the flood plain of the Great Ouse river, this is a great place to walk your dog. It's popular with local dog walkers and well-supplied with poo-bins.
Dog friendly beach at the Edinburgh end of the A1.
A dog walk with fresh air at the seaside. This small village is a perfect place to head off along the coast and has easy access to beaches which are popular with local dog walkers.
Fenced big area with everything a dog needs. River, forest and meadows, plenty of space for a dog to run.
Walking the dog on the most rugged coastline and spectacular scenery on the east coast. This is also a site of special scientific interest, famous for its bird colonies.
Another great village pub that's been saved by the community, and with a choice of walks from the door. Always good to find these hidden gems and support them.
A village with two dog-friendly inns for B&B, coffees, meals and refreshment on the A1. They've been looking after people on the move for centuries. And the dogs have a good long walk to explore.
A friendly dining pub, perfect for a dog-friendly meetup with friends not far from the A1 or the A14 and Huntingdon.
Useful neighbourhood park for dog walkers, and close to the end of the M1 and the A1. Gently old-fashioned sort of park, in a nice way.
Great for letting your dog run free along a long wide beach.
A lovely park, gifted to Londoners by Sir Sidney Waterlow as a 'garden for the gardenless'. Dogs are welcome here, but don't forget the poo bags!
Community park where city dogs can scratch n sniff.
A tree filled 70 acre park at the beginning of the A1. Once inside the trees, there's almost no trace of the surrounding traffic and there are plenty of tweeting birds instead.
Dog friendly beach. Local shops nearby.
Stroll with the dog over the Northumberland hills and see an exceptional ruined castle looming over the seascape. Good bracing air is guaranteed on this hilltop walk.
Biggleswade North Roundabout
Quaint, curious and comfortable 300 year old dog-friendly pub, with a fab log fire in the winter. Also known as the 'pub with no bar'.
A dog-friendly beach with free parking. The beach is large and sandy but not over-popular presumably because of the power station.
There's a half-hour circular dog walk here. And then a Stylish dining pub, with a relaxed and efficient feel. Dogs are welcome in the bar and it's good for families too. Just over 6 miles from the A1
Biggleswade North Roundabout
Just a few miles from the A1 this is a very handly place for a doggiestop and a break for the driver too.
A dog-friendly country dining pub showing that extremely well-cooked food with quality local ingredients doesn't have to cost the earth.
Dog-friendly country inn with a choice of excellent dog walks nearby. Quite close to the popular tourist village of Alnwick, and very easy to find from the A1.
Junction 10
Quiet, small town with a few useful shops and two dog-friendly pubs. It's a lovely place for a driving break and the dog walk is an easy route to an ancient monument.
Busy seaside resort with loads of fish and chip shops, and everything you need for a traditional bucket 'n spade holiday - including lettered rock.
Easy to find from the A1 near Belford, and if you're here at lunchtime a much better food option than the Services nearby.
A mysterious almost-island steeped in history, and a must-see on the Northumbrian coast.
Wansford Interchange
Country inn with good food and also dog-friendly B&B rooms. It's just under 4 miles from the A1 and a welcome bolt-hole if you want to escape the traffic for a while.
Close to the A1 and a civilised choice for a doggie B&B overnight stay, or just a quick break for a legstretch and snack. It's on the old Roman Ermine Street.
Large sandy beach with no dog restrictions, and popular with families. Not too far away from the A1 for a fun family stop.
One more massive and dog-friendly beach in Northumberland. This is really the county of dogs' delight.
A visit to this practically feudal village with a magnificent country inn is well worth the diversion off the A1. The dog gets a good walk on a traditional Estate too.
Not far from the A1 you'll find quiet and tranquil woodland walking here on forestry paths. It's a real bolthole from the thunder of the "Great North Road".
A popular country park with a number of marked trails and a cafe at the visitor centre. At weekends this can get hugely crowded and we'd suggest you choose somewhere else to stop with the dog.
A massive dog-friendly beach with not a restriction in sight. Our pup went nuts in the water and ran herself silly afterwards.
Thistly Cross Roundabout
These woods are perfect for families with dogs and kids to entertain. Check out the sculpture trail and see if you can spot any Glingbobs as you go!
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.