A28 exit 6 Forest dog walk near Foucarmont, France Junction 6 Foucarmont A chance to take a break from the driving and get lungfuls of clean forest air. This is a quiet and peaceful forest, with plenty of space for dogs to have a good dash around.
A16 exit 31 Forest dog walk near Desvres, France Junction 31 Boulogne Centre Easily reached from Boulogne, the market town of Desvres is worth a visit before or after a dog walk in the forest.
Ardvreck Castle ruins walk and swimming, Scotland A popular place to take a break as you can see the castle long before you reach the car park. The castle is thought to have been built around 1590 by the Clan MacLeod.
Gairloch woodland dog walks, dog-friendly beach and refreshments, Scotland Gairloch spreads itself out along the road and divides into three parts.
Glen Urquhart dog walks, Scotland A peaceful dog walk on forest tracks with a circular route to follow if you wish. It's just as easy to gently potter and let the dogs enjoy their sniffing and a safe off-lead run.
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.
Exploring with the dog near Sheffield, South Yorkshire Dogs will love this unspoiled common land and the birdsong is a treat to hear.
Country Park and the River Manifold dog walk, Staffordshire A National Trust countryside park with unusually good facilities for dogs. Walks by the river are suitable for off-lead dog walking, and there's even a doggie cafe under cover for wet days.
Historic woodland and beach near Bridlington, East Yorkshire An enchanting woodland nature reserve with magical grottos and perfect leafy cool. Nowhere better for hot dogs and children on a hot summer day.
Castle and wild-flower meadow dog walk, Lincolnshire A relaxed and gentle dog walk across meadows and with the chance of a doggie swim in a lake. You may also spot all sorts of aircraft old and new taking off from the airfield nearby.
Dog-friendly pub and stroll in Ipswich, Suffolk A really friendly pub in the middle of Ipswich where dogs are as welcome as people. With a lovely park for walkies nearby, this is an oasis in the heart of a busy town.
Easy dog walk in the Exmoor National Park, Somerset A good spot for a dog walk, and with views over the lake below. This is one to bring your own picnic and enjoy an al fresco munch in a pretty spot in the national park.
