Superb family-friendly walk near Stafford, Staffordshire Very easy to access this oasis of tranquillity off the A51 and an ideal spot for a journey break if you have kids on board.
Canalside dog walk with dog-friendly pub near Earlswood, Warwickshire An easy-to-find pub and walk, and ideal for a no fuss stroll on the Stratford canal towpath.
M50 Junction 1 dog-friendly pub and dog walk, Worcestershire A friendly and welcoming inn close to the M50 Junction 1, and Upton. Dogs are welcome in the pub and the walk is an easy route over fields.
A once mighty hill fort near Oswestry, Shropshire One of the best hill fort remains in England, although the earthworks are all you see today. It misy have been a really imposing centre all those years ago.
Bromsgrove town local dog walk, Worcestershire Sanders Park is a lovely green space within Bromsgrove town. It's a real old-school municipal park, complete with bandstand, ducks and well-tended rose beds.
Heritage tearoom and walks near Stoke, Staffordshire A wonderful place to take a break from the A52 with a choice of fab dog walks, super tea rooms, plenty of parking and lots of heritage interest too. Loads of space for kids to let off steam too.
A45 near Southam dog friendly pub and dog walk, Warwickshire Village pub with reasonably priced, slightly retro pub food (chicken in basket) and dog-friendly in the bar and outside in the large garden.
A46 dog-friendly pub and dog walk near Coventry, Warwickshire Quite a busy pub, seemingly well-supported by the local community. There's plenty of room inside and a welcoming feel to the place.
A44 near Worcester dog-friendly inn and dog walk, Worcestershire Very enticing dog-friendly country inn, with mouth-watering aromas from the kitchen and the sort of atmosphere that makes you feel welcomed and relaxed.
Trentham Gardens and park, Staffordshire Very active park and woodland gardens, ideal for family visits even though the rules demand that dogs are on-lead, even in the woods.
Jacksons bank dog walk, Staffordshire Really nice forest dog walk, all paved so great all year round.
Gentle towpath stroll and a dog-friendly pub, West Midlands Good combo of an easy dog walk along a canal and a dog-friendly pub for refreshments.