Gracay vet clinic, France Junction 9 Gracay Many vet surgeries in France have at least one person who can speak some English. Google Translate on your phone can be very helpful when you need to explain something complicated.
A4 Exit 29 Forest Dog Walk, France A glorious moment for the dogs and drivers to get the legs moving in this near deserted forest, with a well-signed path and every opportunity for a good off-lead scamper under the trees.
A10 Exit 33 dog walk in the forest, France Junction 33 Niort Sud, Frontenay A forest walk with any number of paths to explore. You'll also find plenty of facilities in the nearby town of Beavoir-sur-Niort, and the 15th century windmill just off the D1 is a delight.
Arras Vet Surgery 1, France Junction 7 Many vet surgeries in France have at least one person who can speak some English. Google Translate on your phone can be very helpful when you need to explain something complicated.
Meon Valley dog walk and a dog-friendly pub, Hampshire An easy country dog walk and then refreshments at a friendly and cosy, rustic pub, with a great atmosphere and lovely location.
Marlow area dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Buckinghamshire Gleaming, but comfy pub with just the right mix of design and informality. The food's superb and service excellent.
Activity woodlands near Tring, Buckinghamshire Forest park with good visitor facilities, and plenty for dogs and kids to do.
A16 exit 25 dog walk near Fort Mahon, France Junction 25 Berck Stunning expanse of sand held together by coastal plants and grasses. Perfect for energetic dogs to go nuts.
A28 exit 16 doggiestop near St Evroult, France Junction 16 Gace Very relaxed and friendly little town, dominated by the ruins of an abbey. If you're in a campervan, there's a really nice camping set up by the lake.
A46 Ellenden Farm Cafe and Shop and dog walk, Worcestershire You'll find this dog and child-friendly farm shop and cafe just off the A46 near Evesham. The shop (open 9am-6pm) is small, but well-stocked and you can easily do a big shop here.
Woodland dog walks with waterfalls, Scotland It's a long drive on an unsurfaced track to reach the car park at the start of the dog walk but absolutely worth the bone-shaking. Don't miss the viewing platform ...
