Canalside dog walk and dog-friendly pub near Earby, Lancashire A quiet backwater by the canal where dogs can run free on the towpath. The dog-friendly pub is currently open only at weekends.
A dog walk with a pie and a pint, Lancashire A dog-friendly village inn to take a break from a long drive, or to stay for a weekend. A dog walk from the door gives you a glimpse at life in this outstandingly pretty village.
M6 Junction 35 dog walk near Warton, Lancashire Junction 35 The woodland is great for dogs, with no stiles and plenty to occupy the canine nose.
Dog-friendly beach and coast path near Blackpool, Lancashire When the tide is out the beach here is an enormous doggie playground with views across to the hills surrounding the South Lakes.
Waterside walk near Chapeldown, Lancashire An easy dog walk beside one, or two reservoirs if you're feeling energetic.
Whitewell dog-friendly inn and dog walks, Lancashire Fabulous surroundings, dog-friendly and immensely welcoming establishment near Clitheroe and the Ribble Valley.
St Annes dog-friendly beach, Lancashire My favourite beach for playing when visiting Blackpool. Sand dunes and lots of running space. You don't need to check tide times as the beach entrance never seems to get closer than around 0.
Dog walk using paths of the biggest mass trespass, and not where you expect, Lancashire This was a surprise - we were expecting a pretty lagoon of scenic delight. But the lagoon had almost no water in it, apparently for 'safety concerns'.
Bispham dog-friendly beach Blackpool, Lancashire A locals beach a couple of miles along the promenade from Blackpool Tower and Piers. Dog friendly all year round but subject to tides (sea comes right up to sea wall at high tide).
Pub and dog walk in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire A real local's pub in the Ribble Valley. Full of rural charm in a quiet village. Sadly dogs are not allowed inside, but this is more than made up for by a splendid walk.
Heritage dog walk and big views, Lancashire A useful park to know about if you're staying in the area, and a good place to start the Barnoldswick heritage trail.