The woods are much bigger than it seems, with dozens of criss-crossing paths creating a pleasant circular walk of around 35 minutes.
Was this the site of the battle, or not? Either way, it's a fine space for dogs to charge around in.
Part of the National Forest, this is a fine woodland for a dog walk. It's really pretty in the Spring when the bluebells are out.
Is this the most perfect dog-walk off the M25? A vast expanse of common land for dog walking, together with a superb pub with an excellent local reputation for its food.
A dog walk over fields on a public footpath.
This is a real crowd pleaser of a dog walk, with plenty to keep all your travellers happy.
Less than 4 miles from the motorway, and this part of the Rhymney Valley feels like a different planet.
A fabulous, slightly adventurous, walk along the River Wear gorge. This tranquil area is covered in trees and has the occasional mountain stream crossing the path.
This is such is a useful stop, especially if you have children on board too as there is plenty to occupy youngsters as well as dogs. And the cafe is a gem.
Length of walk: 40 minutes for the Purple trail. This ancient forest is managed by the National Trust, and is famous for its butterflies in July and August.
A friendly, welcoming pub next to a fabulous ancient forest where dogs can go nuts in the trees.
A dog walk that starts in the middle of town and goes to the race course. Just the job for taking a breather from shopping! One of the Canal and River Trust's dog walks along the towpath.