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A former lead-mining village that's now become a heritage centre. Nearly all the buildings are plaqued for the old post-office, dairy, smithy and so on.
We're not often baffled by a walk in the forest, but this one had us stumped.
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Beautiful sandy expanse with lots of room for kids and dogs. Dogs welcome all year round. Parking is easiest in the signed beach car park, as there's limited space in the village.
A really good, long dog walk that's worth checking out if you are staying nearby. The dog-friendly and welcoming rural pub where drovers used to halt seems to be for sale (2024).
This dog-friendly historic village has something to please everyone, kids, the dog and great-granny.
Dog-friendly country inn with a choice of excellent dog walks nearby. Quite close to the popular tourist village of Alnwick, and very easy to find from the A1.
Ideal for a short woodland ramble or a much longer hike in the hills above the Coquet valley. This is one of the more remote parts of the Northumberland National Park and a joy to explore.
One more massive and dog-friendly beach in Northumberland. This is really the county of dogs' delight.
A massive dog-friendly beach with not a restriction in sight. Our pup went nuts in the water and ran herself silly afterwards.
A dog-friendly attraction with plenty to interest all the family as well the dog.
A small market town with dog walk, small independent shops, free parking and lots to like. There's a pedestrian cut-through from the car park to the centre of the town.
A dog walk with fresh air at the seaside. This small village is a perfect place to head off along the coast and has easy access to beaches which are popular with local dog walkers.
A truly wonderful watery walk with the dog and even in high summer visitors are few. We loved it here and the pup was so excited to play in the water for nearly all the walk.
A popular country park with a number of marked trails and a cafe at the visitor centre. At weekends this can get hugely crowded and we'd suggest you choose somewhere else to stop with the dog.
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.
You have the choice of two dog walks here, and both offer spectacular views of the Cheviots and Scotland, or across the top of Northumberland.
A riverside dog walk from an 18th century coaching inn with a doggie swimming spot and woodland.
Pleasant tree-lined pull-in to visit two medieval moments in history with the dog.
A mill complex now housing a cafe, dog-friendly shop and tourist information. Plus a grassy picnic area with tables and free parking.
This is a quiet and tranquil part of the forest and is designated as a nature reserve. Dogs are welcome but should not be chasing wildlife, especially the red squirrels.
A bustling tourist centre, with a fine dog walk and some dog-friendly pubs. Be prepared for quite a long stop here if you have Harry Potter fans on board or gardening enthusiasts.
A dog walk as long as you like in the Breamish Valley, with a very friendly cafe for a well-earned piece of cake on the way back.
You'd never think that this was once the biggest colliery spoil heap in Europe. Today the only clue to the past is the headstocks by the car park.
Dogs welcome on this beach all year round. There are a couple of fish and chip shops right by the car park (neither open all day).
Dogs are allowed on the beach year round, and the red and white lighthouse is a striking landmark at the end of a distant jetty.
Another doggy-tastic big sandy beach in Northumberland with no restrictions on dogs, and plenty of poo bins are in place.
Large sandy beach with no dog restrictions, and popular with families. Not too far away from the A1 for a fun family stop.
A mysterious almost-island steeped in history, and a must-see on the Northumbrian coast.
Pooch-perfect place to take a break, with atmospheric castle ruins and a riverside dog walk plus a real ale pub within a few miles of its brewery.
This historic village is a fantastic place for dogs, and kids of all ages from 4 to 94. The dunes and beach behind the massive castle are wide and spacious enough for the most energetic hound.
Busy seaside resort with loads of fish and chip shops, and everything you need for a traditional bucket 'n spade holiday - including lettered rock.
A dog-friendly country dining pub showing that extremely well-cooked food with quality local ingredients doesn't have to cost the earth.
Easy to find from the A1 near Belford, and if you're here at lunchtime a much better food option than the Services nearby.
A popular riverside car park for those in the know, and a pooch-pawfect walk up to the view.
Very useful stop-off for walkies point if you're heading south from Edinburgh and there are shops in the town to grab picnic supplies.
Another absolutely brilliant Northumberland dog-friendly beach. This one is dominated by the romantic ruins of a castle.
A wood that's just great for dog walks. Fantastic wild scenery once you're out of the trees.
Classic dog-friendly beach, lots of footpaths for a dog walk, and a dog-friendly pub as well. Fantastic for Fido and all the family.
A small, warm and welcoming local pub with stone flagstones and roaring fires. After a day of walking in horizontal February sleet a visit here was the highlight of the day!
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Dogs can get onto this lovely sandy beach all year round. It's backed by dunes and is a fabulous off-lead romp for dogs. Within walking distance of the CCC campsite.
Stroll with the dog over the Northumberland hills and see an exceptional ruined castle looming over the seascape. Good bracing air is guaranteed on this hilltop walk.
I love this coastal village. Dogs are welcome in the pub, kippers from the smoke house are just wonderful, and dogs are allowed on the beach.
A remote and wonderful spot for a dog walk, with doggie swimming and a good long run to be enjoyed. Just a few moments from the A697 and delightfully out of the way.
A chance to walk in the footsteps of the reivers and farmers of yesterday, and get a feel for the tough life they experienced.
A lovely woodland walk that's popular with local dog walkers. There's a river for doggie swimming, well defined paths and loads of room for dogs to zoom.
Very handy place to stop for refreshments, do a bit of shopping in the farm shop and then take a stroll with the dog across fields to the remains of a Roman fort. A good family stop.
A camping site with access to dog walks through the Bellister Estate and also swimming in the Tyne. One of the best dog walks at a campsite we've found. You can also park nearby for just the walks.
A former quarry that's slowly turning into a green and pleasant country park. It's still a work in progress and some of the paths are decidedly sharp on the paws.
At one time this was the northernmost town in the Roman Empire and hugely important. Today it's a breath of fresh air after the crowds in nearby Corbridge and well worth a visit.
Parking in Hexham can be a horror story, so this is a relaxed and tranquil oasis of riverside calm.
Everyone can find something of interest in this small Northumberland village.
A wonderfully welcoming inn with dog-friendly rooms within easy striking distance of long dog walks on Hadrians Wall.
First up, this is a hugely popular town in tourist season and if there are no spaces in the car park then you're better off heading for one of the dog-friendly Roman towns or the Wall instead.
Avoid this one in peak tourist season, but definitely try for a stop here at quieter times of the year. The town has plenty of dog-friendly shops and a surprisingly large park just behind the centre.
An astonishing gorge with clear paths and plantings that are a joy to explore. With over 600 acres this is one to keep coming back to. Fabulous for children, dogs and everyone.
Pretty little pub by a stream, and a dog walk from the door. It's not far from Hexham and well worth a visit.
Good place for a family and dog stop, and good value if you're an English Heritage member. Otherwise it can be pricey for what it is.
Easy-going walk on a multi-user path with no stiles or cows to worry about. There's a real ale pub near the car park
An enjoyable stroll with the dog along a former railway track that's now a bright and colourful wildlife corridor.
A dog-friendly country inn with plenty of parking and not so far from the Pennine Journey path for a good dog walk.
We stumbled on this fascinating slice of recent history by chance, and discovered a small centre with a cafe, vet practice and dog walk more or less in the middle of nowhere.
A remote forest dog walk where you can join one of the long-distance paths or take a clear route across the moor.
This is a grand old dog-friendly pub in the cobbled market square of a large village with bags of history and some really quirky traditions.
Wonderful opportunity to admire one of the cutest (and dog-friendly) heritage railways in England, take a stroll with the dog on the Pennine Way, and stride out into the countryside.
Hailed as one of the prettiest villages in the North, the dog-friendly hotel here has pride of place.
Pawfect picnic spot with a choice of secluded picnic tables, benches and a wonderful dog walk and splash in the river.
Riverside dog-friendly pub within easy reach of the A69. The dog walk is a delight in dry weather and our pup loves a river swim here.
Our plan was to walk with the dog to one of the forts on Hadrian's Wall. Instead we found a wonderful beach by a water-filled quarry that the dog point blank refused to leave.
We tried walks from all the car parks around the waterside and this is the one that really stood out as a great dog walk.
A gentle waterside walk with the dog, with a friendly cafe and relaxed atmosphere.
A traditional country inn with a warm welcome to all, and dogs. It's snuggled in the lee of the church and in the heart of the village. Families are very welcome and the garden is popular.
Lovely country pub with a pretty garden and a warm welcome to visitors. Recommended by a Driving with Dogs member and we totally agree with their very positive review.
A good stop for families with a pretty riverside dog walk and a fun adventure playground with plenty of equipment.
A friendly and welcoming country-style inn on the outskirts of the town, and within easy reach of a dog walk.
From the outside the pub looks far from special, but inside is warm, clean and welcoming. It's like stepping into another world. The view from the main dining room is amazing.
A grand house and garden that was once owned by a well-known socialist. Today it's run by the National Trust and dogs aren't allowed in the house, but dogs can enjoy the on-lead walks in the grounds.
An exciting walk for families and dogs along a beck with a number of little waterfalls and doggie swimming pools. Lovely in summer, not so great in icy weather.
Close to the little town of Bellingham, this is a great place to stop to give the dog a run.
An easy to find country park for a dog walk near Bedlington. The park has quite a few different access points, and this one is a no-fuss park and walk right off the main road.
Ideal dog-friendly B&B close to the Hadrians Wall route and right in the centre of this part of Roman Britain.
This country park is a wonderful place to walk around. It's a hilly place, but delightful to stroll through the trees, meadows and down to the River Blyth in the valley bottom.
Long curvy beach, Dogs allowed all the way from Seaton Sluice to Blyth. A small area of the Blyth end is reserved as no dogs. Lovely dunes and views, facilities en-route and free parking.
A National Trust hall and extensive grounds.
Remote picnic site with a stream burbling past and a well-signed walk from the car park.
One of the very best garden tea rooms we've seen this year. The flowers are a delight and the cakes here are light and calorie-free.
On the rainswept day we were here it was hard to imagine Roman soldiers getting excited about Mithraic rituals here, let alone bull sacrifices and pagan fun.
This is one of the best Roman sites to visit with the dog because there is so much lush grass between the very spread out excavated sections that the dog will be fooled into thinking it's really a dog...
There's something dramatic about taking the dog for a walk around a Roman fort close to Hadrian's Wall. You've got to wonder if there are any ancient doggie sniffs for the pooch to savour.
One of the very best bits of Hadrian's Wall with plenty of the wall to see, and the equally imposing sight of the Whin Sill pushing out from deep in the earth to the light.
Great for letting your dog run free along a long wide beach.