Woodland dog walk near Market Drayton, Shropshire It took us ages to find this wood, mainly because of road closures and repairs.
A456 dog walk near Bewdley, Worcestershire Fully accessible short riverside walk and with the town facilities nearby. The historic town of Bewdley is worth taking a look at after your walk.
A435 near Studley dog-friendly pub and walk, Warwickshire The Boot is a bit unlucky with its location, on a bend of the A435 where most people just don't see it until too late. Once in the car park it's clear that the pub is bigger than it appears to be!
Secret valley dog walks, Worcestershire Very popular with local dog owners, this nature reserve seems to enjoy its own micro-climate. The paths are sandy and easy-going all year round (even in heavy rain when we took the photos).
Holt Fleet dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Worcestershire Very laid-back establishment on the banks of the river. Dogs are welcome and the outside seating overlooking the water is fabulous.
Dog walk and tea room off the M54 Junction 1, Staffordshire Junction 1 Even though this is very much an on-lead experience for dogs, the curators of this extraordinary Elizabethan Hall have made every possible arrangement for canine comfort. Marvellous tea room!
A451 dog-friendly pub and walk, Worcestershire Small roadside pub on the A451 and it looks as if it's sinking below the weight of tarmac and traffic. But no - inside you'll find more space than expected, and a beer garden in summer too.
Brooding ruins, riverside dog walk and B&B, Shropshire Historic dog walkies, river paddling for hot dogs, free parking and several choices for getting take-away refreshments or a dog-friendly pub in the village centre.
Dog-friendly pub and dog walk near Rugby, Warwickshire Charming dog-friendly pub near Rugby, and a dog walk too. Worth checking out if you're local, and a welcoming place for a dog walk and refreshments on your journey.
A449 near Droitwich dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Worcestershire This ticks all the boxes for a great country inn - friendly people, good food, lovely old building and a genuine welcome.
The Old Racecourse dog walk near Oswestry, Shropshire Wonderful dog walking here, with a carpet of bluebells in Spring and lots of pretty butterflies too.