A66 A dog walk near Blencathra in the Lake District, Cumbria A good circular walk for the dog, and then a 16th century coaching inn lying in the shadow of Blencathra. The village is just a few breaths away from the main road and in a quiet world of its own.
A30 homely village inn with dog walk, Wiltshire Rural village inn with a homely feel. Dogs and families are welcome, and if you're making a break from your journey this feels a bit like time travel (in a good way).
A505 dog walk and dog-friendly inn, Hertfordshire An easy dog walk on green lanes, and a chance to explore parts of Hertfordshire that most of us miss. It's dog sniffing heaven and very rural.
Forest dog walk and no sheep, Cambrian Mountains, Wales Loads of space for dogs to enjoy being off-lead and without the worry of sheep. Handy for a doggie break if you're driving on the A458.
A377 dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Devon This 16th century pub has a welcoming attitude and dogs are welcome. The dog walk is a quiet and peaceful mooch with the pooch.
A248 Forest dog walk and a Roman temple, Surrey Part of the doggietastic Hurt Forest, and there are lots of paths from the car park onto the heath.
M25 Junction 10 dog walk on the Common, Surrey Junction 10 There's no getting away from the sound of the nearby motorway droning on in the background. But at least you can't see it.
A27 Dog-friendly pub amongst the ruins, East Sussex This is a bit like a history lesson squeezed into one visit. Interesting though, and even dogs can join in. The pub is big and friendly, and very welcoming.
A25 woodland dog walk near Ightham, Kent Quiet and peaceful woodland where dogs can run free and enjoy some very superior sniffs. Jem was very taken with this wood.
A32 Meon Valley dog walk and a country pub, Hampshire Family-run country pub with a relaxed and friendly atmos and really good pies. Just off the A32 and with a safe off-lead dog walk.
A21 dog walks and dog-friendly village inn, East Sussex Quiet village with a small dog-friendly pub and marvellous dog walks. Close to the A21.
M23 Junction 9 dog walk and dog-friendly country inn, West Sussex Junction 10 Country dining at this timbered, dog-friendly inn close to the M23 Junction 9. Dog-friendly B&B rooms and a good walk if you persevere.