Just over a mile away from the M1 J13 you're soon in a fine country pub with a dog walk nearby - and all set to enjoy a break from the motorway.
Enchanting dog-friendly pub and a lovely dog walk in this pretty Kentish village. Pawfect for long lazy lunches - after the walkies! The pub dates back to the 14th century.
One of those fabulous forests where dogs love to sniff and scamper, and the atmosphere is great for people too.
Not far from the A1 if you're heading West, the market town of Masham is a handy place for a doggiestop and refreshments.
The dog walk here starts on a raised causeway between streams, always fun for water-loving dogs. And the pub is dog-friendly in the bar and garden.
A walk here that Fido will love, with Red Kites wheeling above making their characteristic mewling calls. Less than 5 miles from Junction 4 and 5 on the M40.
An ideal place to take a driving break with the dog, or to make a special weekend walkies trip, or just to enjoy for no reason at all!
A relaxed and friendly bistro-style cafe/bar for dog-friendly refreshments and a lovely dog walk starting directly opposite.
A dog-friendly rural pub with an interesting history, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Forest leisure centre with loads going on for active families, with or without the dog.
Dog-friendly pub with B&B not far from the A40 and handy for a stop on your journey. It's one of those 'sideways on' Welsh pubs and easy to miss as you go by. Dog-friendly B&B rooms.
Relaxed and friendly pubby pub with very good value traditional pub lunches, and a walk on the Weald trail for the dog.