Ambleteuse dog-friendly beach and dog walk, France The character of Ambleteuse is largely defined by its role in military history, and there's a magnificent brooding ruin of a fortress on the stony beach. It's a Vauban fortress, with later additions.
A dog walk in St Suliac, France One of the prettiest fishing villages in France, with houses and walls festooned with traditional fishing nets. An explore of the narrow pedestrian lanes in the old town is a delight.
Coetquen Forest dog walk, France Enchanting walk through the forest from the Aire de la Ville Hamon car park. Whether you're taking a quick break from driving, or planning a longer hike with the dog - this is just great!
Baie de Launay dog-friendly beach, Brittany, France Dogs allowed on this sheltered beach year round, but with time restrictions in the summer. You'll need to be off the beach by 10am and then there's access again at 7pm.
A835 woods and waterfalls, Scotland A short walk to a beautiful cascade famed for leaping salmon. Plenty of woodland for the dogs to explore as well.
A303 Dog walk, Farm shop and cafe, Wiltshire An easy stop for families, with plenty for little ones to explore as well as a good farm shop and cafe. Dogs are welcome outside the cafe, so this is one for a dry day.
A31 Alresford dog walk with paddling and pub, and farmshop, Hampshire We were charmed by this pretty town with a delightful dog walk by the side of a shallow, twinkling stream and a 15th century dog-friendly pub for refreshments at the start of the walk.
Craft centre with cafe and dog walk near M1 Jct 16, Northamptonshire Junction 16 Take a change of pace from the M1 and enjoy a relaxing stop at this farm craft centre and cafe. Dogs are welcome as long as they are on leads all the time.
A89 dog beach with designated doggy swimming, France A relaxing place to take a break, with a grassy area and also shade under the trees. For dogs who are a bit nervous of the water, there's a gentle slope down for easy paddling.
M62 Jct 34 Dog walk and dog-friendly pub, South Yorkshire A dog-friendly country inn with dog walks just a short way from the M62. Expect a friendly welcome from the new management here. Good for families and it's also a handy motorhome stopover.
Knapdale forest dog walk near Crinan, Scotland Excellent part of the massive forest for walking dogs. There are several marked trails and on a clear day the views are spectacular.
Forest dog walk near Newton Stewart, Scotland One of the remoter parts of the Galloway Forest and a good walk place for less sociable dogs, or when you just want to let the dog sniff and potter in his own time without canine company.
