Scadbury Park on-lead local dog walk, Kent Biggest park in the area, with a mix of scrubland, an ancient moated manor house and trees. It's dogs on leads only (see the comment below) so don't forget the long lead if you're planning to visit.
Bayhurst Wood dog walk, Greater London A large 90 acre Country Park that's largely woodland. It's part of Ruislip Woods National Nature Reserve.
Gladstone Park local dog walk, Greater London Good sized park, and home of the brilliant named Woofstock dog show. A popular dog walking park.
Historic Common dog walk near Orpington, Greater London Varied parkland, with woods, open space and some very pretty ponds. We were charmed by the Common and it's an excellent spot for a gentle dog walk.
Marble Hill Park, Greater London This small park is quiet and intimate with calming views over the river. Dogs have to be on leads in some parts of the park, especially near buildings.
M25 Junction 31 dog walk near South Ockendon, Essex Junction 31 The woodland here is a real pleasure to walk through with the dog, shady in sunshine, and with a dappled glow on duller days.
A412 Dog walk and dog-friendly country pub near Ruislip, Greater London Junction 17 An easy to find dog-friendly dining inn and a good off-lead dog walk within 3 miles of the M25 and also the M40.
Acton Park local dog walk, Greater London Our local park - it's at its best early in the morning and feels like the countryside.
Hanworth Park, Feltham, Greater London Junction 1 Popular park for local dog walkers, with plenty of space to tire out small-medium sized dogs. More energetic hounds will need chukkers and frizbees to burn the calories though.
Wanstead Flats dog walks, Greater London Wanstead Flats is the southern end of Epping Forest and pawfect for dog walks.
Sheen Common local dog walk, Surrey When the South Circular gets hissy, this is a useful escape route. By the time you and the dog have enjoyed a walk, the road will be on the move again.
Coldfall Wood local dog walk, Greater London A tiny slice of ancient woodland, a bit squeezed between Muswell Hill playing fields and St Pancras cemetery - but well worth a visit.