Castlefreke dog walk, RoI Easy to get to and with walks to suit dogs of all sizes, and families. There's a choice of four trails, and space to just wander around as well.
A61 exit 21 Castelnaudary dog walk, France Junction 21 Castelnaudary A lovely combination of a walk alongside the enormous Grand Bassin of the Canal du Midi, and the chance to see this typically French town and pick up picnic supplies or just enjoy a leisurely coffee...
Verdun area dog walk, France The site of this village is perhaps one of the most poignant reminders of the way this region was practically laid waste during WW1.
Bourg et Comin quiet village dog walk, France A short circular walk along the bed of a former railway track that's now a mini-arboretum of fruit trees.
Dog walk near Kilternan, RoI Barnaslingan Wood is one of the most popular 'scenic' spots of the area.
Woodland dog walk near Durrow, RoI Easy going trail through woodland that was once part of the Castledurrow Estate. The 'castle' is now a stylish venue for weddings etc.
A61 Exit 20 Canal du Midi dog walk, France Junction 20 Villefranche de L On a hot day this is a fantastic dog walk on the Canal du Midi towpath. It's peaceful and ideal for a complete break from motorway driving.
A62 Exit 9 St Nicolas-de-la-Grave dog walk, France Junction 9 A small country park and water sports centre situated at the confluence of the Tarn and Garonne rivers.
Moore Hall Forest dog walk, RoI A lovely place to walk with the dog and, although Moore Hall House is no more (it was burned down in the early 1900s) the story behind it is interesting.
A9 exit 39 sleepy village doggiestop, France Junction 39 Sigean With its characteristic 3-storey houses and narrow winding streets, this is a gem of a little village to amble around.
Dog walk near Sligo, RoI Really lovely spot for a dog walk, and apparently the place where the poet Yeats found the muse for the poem The Fiddler of Dooney.
Dog walk near Kilshane, RoI Peaceful woodland with easy forest tracks to walk on. And if you've an interest in history there's some seriously old stuff to try and find while you're here.