Country Park dog walks near Braintree, Essex Former farmland which is now a good park for dog walks. Lots of lakes, ponds and woods to wander around in wide, flat, open spaces and an excellent network of paths.
Dog and family-friendly pub near Stansted, Essex An easy pub to find, with good parking and a terrific welcome for dogs and families. It's just 10 minutes from Stansted Airport and yet still in the country.
M11 Junction 9 dog walk and dog-friendly pub, Essex Junction 9 A short rural dog walk over fields to the river, with refreshments at a welcoming and dog-friendly 17th century coaching inn.
A12 Country Park dog walk near Danbury, Essex This is a very tranquil place where dogs can enjoy a walk around the lakes, meadows and woods in the grounds of a former palace. There's also a walled garden to admire.
M11 Junction 8 dog walk in the forest, Essex Junction 8 Over a thousand acres of ancient woodland, with several car parks, cafe and limitless picnic spots.
Seaside country park and cafe, Essex A stretch of seaside park where dogs can really stretch their legs. It's also a good place for looking at local wildlife and enjoying some sea breezes.
Medieval village with dog walks and dog-friendly pub, Essex A choice here of a doggy day out, with a chance to admire a jaw-dropping wooden medieval barn and take a walk with the pooch with refreshments at a particularly friendly village pub.
Ferry port dog walk and dog-friendly B&B, Essex If you're travelling on the Stena Ferry to Holland from the UK your dog will enjoy a good long coastal walk before you get on the ferry.
Dog-friendly pub and dog walk South Woodham Ferrers, Essex The dog-friendly pub here has survived against all the odds after the community bought it and rescued their local. Hats off to them.
Country pub and dog walk near Saffron Walden, Essex An easy dog walk and a dog-friendly village pub could be just the thing for a break from the A11. Quite remote walking and good for keeping your distance from the world.
Langdon Hills Nature Reserve dog walks, Essex Lovely paths with miles of different walks through wooded areas and the bluebell woods.
Dog-friendly pub with an easy dog walk, Essex If you're looking for a taste of rural Essex, a stop here for refreshments and a walk with the dog will transport you into a totally different mindset from the busy roads.
