California Country Park, Berkshire This is a popular country park, with plenty going on for everyone. There's kids' stuff, as well as quieter rambles away from the main play area.
Par Sands dog-friendly beach, Cornwall Carland Cross No restrictions on dogs on the sandy beach here.
Beacon Hill dog walk near Loughborough, Leicestershire Junction 23 A country park with plenty of nature and history to look out for. The beacon hill is one of the highest points in Leicestershire, and gives a big view on a clear day.
Perranporth dog-friendly beach, Cornwall Large long & flat sandy beach where dogs are allowed & accepted readily all year round. During July and August there's a 'dogs on leads' rule between 0900-1700.
M5 Junction 24 dog walk and tea-rooms, Somerset Junction 24 A towpath walk along the pretty and well-tended canalside.
M1 Junction 46 dog walk and stately home cafe, Yorkshire Junction 46 This park is absolutely vast, with over 1500 acres of woodland and parkland, and a working farm. And what dog could resist the opportunity to leave his mark against a tree planted by Capability Brown?
Country Park dog walk near Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Good walking in this historic park. Look out for the interesting colliery remains near the car park. Horses also use the park, so avoid the bridle paths if your dog is scared of large beasties!
M5 Junction 11A dog walk near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Junction 11 It's possible to enjoy a short 30 minute dog-walk here, or to spend much longer rambling over the hillside on clearly marked trails.
Dog walk on the roof of White Sheet, Wiltshire This is a tremendous place to stop so allow plenty of time for dogs, kids and everyone to celebrate the big spaces and heritage here. Just wonderful.
Dog-friendly pub and dog walk near Newark, Nottinghamshire Popular dog-friendly village pub that's just about always open from breakfast time on.
Riverside dog walk and a Roman town near the A1, North Yorkshire Junction 48 Less than a mile from the A1 and you can enjoy a cooling riverside walk, check out a once important Roman town, or grab something to eat in nearby Boroughbridge.
