Cherbourg Peninsula dog-friendly beach, France The name of Omaha beach is well known because of the Normandy landings, and there is a large American cemetery on the way to the beach (no dogs in there).
A171 Boggle Hole dog walk and cafe, North Yorkshire When the tide is out this is a perfect way to enjoy a walk with the dog to the immensely popular village of Robin Hood's Bay.
Dog-friendly beach near Perranporth, Cornwall Carland Cross Sandy beach with loads of dog walking space. Dogs are allowed all year, with an on-lead rule in high summer.
Forest dog walk near Bournemouth, Dorset Easy dog walk close to the airport and the A338. Popular with local dog walkers and a very handy place for a woodland walk just before you reach the coast.
Luc-sur-Mer dog friendly beach, France Dogs allowed on the beach here all year round, and it's a grand place for doggie swimming.
Waterside walk just five miles from Lincoln, Lincolnshire Another fully accessible walk beside the river, and water is definitely a feature of the area. There are safe spaces for dogs to have a dip which is a huge bonus in hot weather.
Whitelee Wind Farm, Strathclyde, Scotland This seems a rather strange place to take the dog for a walk but, with over 90km of paths to explore, even the most energetic dog will be able to run itself to a standstill.
Formby dog-friendly beach, Merseyside Plenty of running space for dogs here, with just a few restrictions in the summer at the National Trust end of the beach.
Tal-y-Bont dog-friendly beach near Barmouth, Wales Massive beach, with a fringe of pebbles and then acres of sand. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. The DwD team were here in August - and the beach was practically deserted.
Winterton on Sea dog-friendly beach, Norfolk Dog friendly beach that's just great for dogs. Be seal aware and always put dogs on the leads if you spot seals.
Simonside Hills dog walk, Northumberland Starting from a Forestry Commission car park, there is a choice of marked trails, some in forestry and some on craggy moorland with stupendous views.
Woodland dog walk with loads of paths, Norfolk These woods have been here since Anglo Saxon times and are a tranquil place to get away from it all. Dogs will love it.