Forest track dog walk near Newton Stewart, Scotland A very out of the way forest walk that's ideal for dogs who like their space. Not easy to find so the GPS is your friend for this one.
The Martyrs Stake dog walk, Scotland The dog walk here is a pleasant stroll along a former rail line. The story behind the monument is desperately sad to read, and shocking in its brutality.
Sand Beach near Applecross, great for dogs, Scotland The beach is a short drive from Applecross and well worth it for the dogs to do some dashing and splashing well away from the road.
Forest picnic site with dog walk and swimming, Scotland A gorgeous freshwater beach where dogs can sniff by the trees and cool down in the crystal clear loch water.
Ruined Castle dog walk, Scotland This is a dog walk that kids of all ages will enjoy too. Even in the rain the skeleton of a castle will get the imagination going.
Farm cafe and walk on the common, Surrey Lovely dog-friendly cafe right next to the Common for walkies with the pooch. A good stop for families with lots of interesting wildlife to explore and colouring paper in the cafe.
Castle with waterfalls and a lot of history, Scotland There's plenty to explore here for dogs and also kids and the curious. The castle is the draw for many, but we enjoyed the trails and waterfalls which form the valley.
A dog walk along the Cowan Trail, Scotland An idyllic walk with the dog that's just perfect for either a long, long walk or just a comfort break before or after the ferry to Tarbert.
Brodick Castle family and dog day out, Scotland Dogs are welcome in the estate gardens and also the cafe. The castle is a very good family plus dog day out on the isle of Arran.
Five Finger Strand and Dunes, RoI A beach that bears the brunt of the power of the Atlantic, with huge dunes to show how the water continually shapes the land here.
Barnoldswick Canal dog walk and cafe, Lancashire Just the kind of driving break we love. A cafe with fresh, moist cakes and decent coffee, and a dog walk along a canal. Simple and perfect.
A52 Moorland dog walk near Stoke, Staffordshire A great dog walk to the east of Stoke, and within easy reach of the A52. No facilities here, but marvellous walking.
