The walk here is in a set of leisure lakes, with good facilities and quite a lot going on. It's also a really easy place to get to, and just a few minutes away from the motorway exit.
A good starting point for all sorts of different kinds of dog walk - including one with beaches, another through the enormous woodlands here, and yet another goes up an iconic hill.
This is a calm place for a dog walk and driving break from the M20 Jct 2, or the M26 Jct 2. There's plenty to keep the kids busy, or for just a peaceful potter with the pooch.
This enchanting woodland is owned by the Woodland Trust.
Fully accessible dog walk on flat paths through a nature reserve, and a child and dog-friendly Tudor inn with roaring fires in winter and a garden in summer.
Lovely relaxing dog walk along the Birmingham and Fazeley canal towpath, with side paths into a nature reserve. The towpath is well-maintained and clean underfoot.
Very popular dog walking spot, and a great place for quality dog time. Useful for a safe off-lead dog walk not far away from the A39.
530 acres of attractive woodland, grassland and heathland with a lake in the middle.
This walks starts at one of the highest points in Bedfordshire, within the Chilterns' Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are stunning views over the county and the Sharpenhoe Clappers.
A wonderful place to visit at any time of year, and perfect for dog-walkers. This is a lovely expanse of greenery with loads of meadows, lakes and trees to sniff around.
If you're a canal fan, then this walk is full of interest and dogs will love it too. It's a towpath walk alongside a stretch of the Aisnes canal and just fabulous!
Popular with walkers, and close to some lovely dog walks. The Drovers was bought by an Edinburgh pubco (2022) and details may have changed since then. They are definitely still dog-friendly.