The Ruins of Castle Mortimer and a gastro pub, Herefordshire Once the stronghold of the Mortimer family, the village now has fallen back to rural life and the castle ruins are great for kids and dogs to explore.
Nature reserve and remote dog-friendly beach, Cumbria Interesting place for a dog walk across an area used by the Romans as a military cemetery.
Waterside country park and dog-friendly cafe, Lancashire A friendly dog walking spot with a popular cafe and an easy-going path in shady woodland.
Dog-friendly pubs, cafe and walks near Pendle Hill, Lancashire Fully accessible cafe and small park in the centre of a small village with strong links to the Pendle witches. Longer dog walks are also possible, and there are two dog-friendly pubs as well.
Bowland dog walk and superb country inn, Lancashire Outstanding traditional country hotel with quite formal service and a wonderfully warm welcome. Dog-friendly accommodation here too. Very much a place for delightful weekends away, and celebrations.
Lanthwaite Wood and nearby dog-friendly pub, Cumbria A cooling and atmospheric walk with the dog through woodland to a lake. And nearby is an iconic Lakes pub and the original home of several legendary Cumbrian ales.
A Georgian inn just off the A515, Derbyshire A welcoming Georgian inn where dogs are made comfortable in the bar. The village is not at all far from the A515 but it feels as if you've landed in a previous century here.
A6 Family and dog-friendly cafe with walkies and swimming, Derbyshire A pretty and welcoming dog-friendly cafe with a fabulous walk from the door in one direction, and a doggie swimming spot in the river in the other. Perfect family stop, and B&B accommodation too.
A69 Priory ruins, riverside walk and Bark & Brew cafe, Cumbria Tranquil ruins where dogs are welcome and shaded seats are a welcome sight on a hot day. Best of all is the Bark and Brew dog cafe next door!
A697 A dog walk on St Oswalds Way, Northumberland You have the choice of two dog walks here, and both offer spectacular views of the Cheviots and Scotland, or across the top of Northumberland.
A689 Dog-friendly Heritage Village with cafe and short walk, Northumberland A former lead-mining village that's now become a heritage centre. Nearly all the buildings are plaqued for the old post-office, dairy, smithy and so on.
A689 Dog-friendly cafe and walk to a Roman fort, Cumbria Very handy place to stop for refreshments, do a bit of shopping in the farm shop and then take a stroll with the dog across fields to the remains of a Roman fort. A good family stop.