Forest dog walk in County Cork, RoI A fine compact woodland which dogs will adore. There is a well-signed circular walk. When the bluebells are in season, this is utterly spectacular.
Lakeside dog walk, RoI A great place to blow away the canine cobwebs with glorious views over the lake and surrounding countryside. It is an easy walk and dogs will love the scents in the woods.
Hurt forest dog walk near Farley Heath, Surrey Another fabulous dog walking adventure in the forest. This car park seems to be the local favourite and your dog will find herself with plenty of new doggie friends here.
Peaslake dog walk in the forest, Surrey Another great dog walk space in the enormous Hurt Forest. This is one of the more popular car parks and there's an honesty box for donations.
A25 dog walk near Dorking, Surrey Tucked away in the Surrey Hills, these woodlands are calming and inspirational. Charles Darwin often walked past these trees although whether he had a dog or not is open to question.
A85 exit 9 dog walk and motorway break, France Junction 9 Azay-le-Rideau (Druye) This won't be everyone's cup of tea, the town is quite small and there aren't many shops.
Berck dog-friendly beach, France The small town of Berck is active all through the year and so you'll find plenty of open shops and cafes whenever you go. The beach is enormous and hugely popular with dog walkers.
A20 exit 59 doggiestop near Bioule, France Junction 59 Caussade A typically French small village of the Midi-Pyrénées region with a château (built between the 11th and 14th centuries) and pretty cottages with streams of colour flowing from their window boxes.
Pointe de la Coubre dog-friendly beach, France Great dog walks in France off the D25 Fabulous place for a walk, and lots to see in this unique maritime forest and environs. Just gorgeous. A climb up the lighthouse is great for kids (but no dogs).
A63 Exit 17 Pissos doggiestop, France Junction 17 Liposthey An enjoyable walk through a pine forest, with a crêperie on hand for the hungry.
A20 exit 27 Ambazac doggiestop, France Junction 27 Bonnac la Cote Pick up some lovely French pastries from the village, and then head down to the lake for a properly long dog walk and some fresh air
Belleek dog walk, RoI On a sunny day it's really lovely here. The walk goes partly along the banks of the River Moy and then around the grounds of Belleek Manor (now a hotel).