M6 Junction 36 dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Cumbria Junction 36 There's a definite northerly feel to the air up here, and even in summer this walk on Public Footpaths feels cool - if not chilly. Dog swimming is possible in the stream at the foot of the hill.
Dog-friendly pub and dog walk off the M6 Junction 20, Cheshire Junction 20 Genuine, nice and dog-friendly inn with plenty of history behind it. We thought the meals were great value, and definitely recommend their Fish Fridays. Easy to get to from the M6/20 and the A56 too
M5 Services Gloucester, Gloucestershire Half mile bridle path walk accessible directly from both northbound and southbound services
M6 Junction 28 or 29 Cuerden Valley Park, Lancashire Junction 29 Cuerden Valley Park is hugely popular with dog walkers, and the bright-eyed, waggy tailed dogs Jem met made it clear that this is a piece of canine heaven.
M5 Junction 14 dog walk and farm shop and cafe, Gloucestershire Junction 14 This is a 50-60 minute circular walk that's ideal for blowing away the city cobwebs.
Beacon Country Park dog walks, Lancashire Junction 26 Three hundred acres of open countryside for dog walks, countryside displays and exhibitions, guided walks, craft fairs...there must be something for just about everyone at Beacon Country Park.
M5 Junction 27 dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Devon Junction 27 A large, friendly village pub backing onto the Grand Western Canal. Absolutely great for dogs, kids and walkers.
Clumber Park dog walk and cafe, Nottinghamshire This is an enormous country park and hugely popular with local dog owners. There are a multitude of small paths and fields as well as the formal grounds and lake.
M5 Junction 4 Waseley Hills dog walks and cafe, Worcestershire Junction 4 Clear open landscape to enjoy here, including the source of the River Rea. The view from the top of the hill is sensational, and definitely worth the climb.
M4 Junction 16 family break and dog walk, Wiltshire Junction 16 There's a circular lakeside walk here, giving 40-50 minutes of comfortable walking well away from the more crowded cafe areas. If time permits, the haunted Hall is worth a look.
M40 Junction 15 dog walk and dog-friendly pub, Warwickshire Junction 15 Big open space for dogs to stretch their legs. Just pawfect for letting the dog have a really good run before you go to take a look at the pretty and historic county town of Warwick.
A1M Junction 38 dog walk near Doncaster, South Yorkshire Junction 38 A transformed colliery site that is great for dog walks. Already it's hard to imagine how this green space would have looked.