A689 Riverside parking area near Bollihope, County Durham An informal parking area that's understandably popular with drivers needing to get out of their vehicles to enjoy the great outdoors.
A691 River Derwent dog walk and swimming near Consett, County Durham On a hot summer day this is a fabulous dog walk in the shade of large trees and with the chance to swim in the river from small beaches along the way.
A684 dog walk with waterfalls, swimming and cafe, North Yorkshire A wonderful spot on a hot day for dogs and kids to swim in the river, and the walk is good at any time of the year.
A689 Remote dog walk and reservoir nature trail, County Durham You'll find big open spaces here and it's a chance to experience the wild Pennine landscape of isolated farmhouses and drystone walls.
Peace and calm in a shaded arboretum, North Yorkshire Far from the crowds at the palatial Castle Howard nearby, you'll find a relaxing mood here in 160 acres of peace and calm.
Mappleton dog-friendly beach, East Yorkshire Long and unrestricted beach on the Holderness coastline. It's perfect for dog walking. Don't miss the Old Post Office cafe for some good ice-cream, teas and meals.
Woodland dog walk near Barmby Moor, East Yorkshire A quiet and gentle woodland dog walk with trees giving plenty of protection against the sun, and rain too. Very relaxing for people and dogs.
Woodhall Spa - accessible dog walk from a woodland tea house, Lincolnshire Starting from an iconic tea house this is a fully accessible section for a dog walk on the Viking Way.
Accessible riverside dog walk and refreshments, Lincolnshire An easy walk along a flat, surfaced former railway line that's now a multi-user path with fine views over the surrounding countryside and waterway.
A149 A dog walk on the Heath, Norfolk A popular dog-walking spot with a network of paths and open space for dogs. It's a nature reserve, so leads are required and you may encounter grazing beasties at certain times of the year.
M5 Step onto the Cotswold Way, Gloucestershire Junction 14 A short stop here after the M5 feels a bit like time travel. And very relaxing it is too.