Warwick dog walk, Warwickshire This is a more people-centred walk than usual, as Warwick is such a big tourist attraction.
Shugborough Estate dog walks, Staffordshire There's 900 acres of parkland at Shugborough, and this is now in the hands of the National Trust.
A448 Dog-friendly pub near Bromsgrove, Worcestershire Country pub set off the road, and with a handy walk over fields for the dog nearby. Short opening hours, they are basically a weekend pub with a focus on live music.
A3400 dog-friendly pub near Shipston, Warwickshire A Grade 2 listed, dog-friendly coaching inn sounds perfect for a doggiestop. You'll find loads of atmosphere (a ghost too apparently!), great food or just a coffee, and walks on the doorstep.
Dorridge Wood local dog walk, West Midlands Larger than it seems to be at first, this is one of Jem's favourites. There's woodland, a stream, a big play area for children - and lots of space.
Elmdon Country Park local dog walk, West Midlands The park has been created out of the grounds of the derelict Elmdon Hall, and there are views over the Midlands from the high ground.
M6 Junction 15 woodland dog walk, Staffordshire Junction 15 The woodland here is perfect for dogs to really let off steam and thunder through the trees at speed.
A442 dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Worcestershire A woodland walk full of fab sniffing and zooming space for dogs. And a good place to revive weary drivers too. After your walk it's a 4 minute drive for refreshments.
A5 north of Coventry dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Warwickshire Marvellous dog-friendly pub and well worth making a detour for. Jem loves it here because they have carpet, and he can get really comfortable for a snooze.
Riverside inn near Stiperstones with B&B and dog walk, Shropshire Riverside country inn with tables next to the water. Totally perfect for kids and dogs to safely splash and cool down!
Wilmcote dog-friendly pub with dog walk, Warwickshire The hotel is opposite the farm where Shakespeare's in-laws lived, and this is an interesting little village to visit. Like so many of the inns in this area, the building itself is so old it's amazing.
Cole Bank Park local dog walk, West Midlands Cole Bank park is squashed between the M6 and the Chester Road, which doesn't sound great - but, it's the starting point for a circular riverside walk by the River Cole - one of those rivers that are...