Nature centre and forest dog walk A861, Scotland We absolutely loved the dog walk here and spent ages pottering around by the river with the dogs having the very best time.
Castle Stalker dog-friendly cafe, Scotland Welcoming dog-friendly cafe and gift shop with a short walk to a view of a Monty Python castle, aaaargh.
A dog-friendly Village Inn by Loch Long, Scotland A welcoming dog-friendly inn with B&B rooms and a marvellous lochside position. Dogs are offered the Woofchester dog menu, ours adore the sausage pieces.
New Galloway dog-friendly B&B and dog walk, Scotland A local dog walk with a dog-friendly B&B, and the attraction of a public car park with 8 EV charging points.
Mossdale accessible dog walk and other trails, Scotland A choice of good dog walks from a pretty picnic site not far from the A762.
Grey Mare's Tail waterfall and forest dog walk, Scotland A chance to admire a rushing torrent and waterfall and then extend the dog walk with a circular route through the forest.
Hilly dog walk near Auchencairn, Scotland Woodland is always great for dogs to enjoy some off-lead space and you're very likely to have a lot of track to yourself here.
Waterside dog walk and cafe near Moffat, Scotland Easy to spot and free parking by the water, a cafe with outside tables and a fantastic dog walk on part of the Southern Upland Way.
Castle dog walk on Anglesey, Wales One of the greatest medieval castles and a marvellous place to explore. Dogs are very welcome at ground level.
Doggie swimming spot near Cleator, Cumbria Wow - this is like an infinity pool for doggie swimmers, and what an amazing backdrop too. Any dog who enjoys his wild swimming will be thrilled with an outing here.
Coastal Cumbria with dog-friendly hotel, walks and a castle, Cumbria A real hidden gem just outside the national park and there's plenty to do here and no crowds.
A beach walk and take-away cafe, Lancashire A really popular dog walking and paddling spot where the beach is made of tough grass. Loads of doggie fun!
