A1 near Gateshead riverside dog walk, Tyne and Wear If you arrive here when the visitor centre and facilities are actually open, then it's a very good and accessible pitstop for drivers and dogs.
Crecy battlefield dog walk, France Junction 24 Crecy A visit to Crécy wouldn't be complete without a small detour to experience at first hand a king's eye view of the famous battlefield where an outnumbered, but not out-classed, Anglo-Welsh army...
Cap Levi dog walk near Cherbourg, France Enjoy a coastal walk in this atmospheric part of the Cherbourg peninsula. It's a rocky pathway and an exciting place to be. The lighthouse is a distinctive landmark.
Cherbourg Peninsula dog-friendly beach, France The name of Omaha beach is well known because of the Normandy landings, and there is a large American cemetery on the way to the beach (no dogs in there).
Opal coast dog-friendly beach near Cucq, France This small resort tends to come to life only during sunny summer weekends, and at other times you're likely to share this glorious sandy beach with other dog walkers.
A16 exit 26 Montreuil dog walk, France Junction 26 Le Touquet Montreuil's claim to fame is that Victor Hugo used the town as the setting for 'Les Miserables'.
Tal-y-Bont dog-friendly beach near Barmouth, Wales Massive beach, with a fringe of pebbles and then acres of sand. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. The DwD team were here in August - and the beach was practically deserted.
Simonside Hills dog walk, Northumberland Starting from a Forestry Commission car park, there is a choice of marked trails, some in forestry and some on craggy moorland with stupendous views.
Winterton on Sea dog-friendly beach, Norfolk Dog friendly beach that's just great for dogs. Be seal aware and always put dogs on the leads if you spot seals.
Whitelee Wind Farm, Strathclyde, Scotland This seems a rather strange place to take the dog for a walk but, with over 90km of paths to explore, even the most energetic dog will be able to run itself to a standstill.
New Mills Mousley Bottom dog walk (via Millenium Walkway), Derbyshire Dog walk 2 miles (1 – 1.5 hours), steep and muddy in places. No stiles or sheep. Brief sections on quiet road.
A93 dog walk near Banchory, Scotland A woodland walk at the east end of Blackhall Forest on the slopes of a prominent hill.