What's not to like about a break in a pretty Oxfordshire village, with a short dog walk and a traditional dog-friendly pub? It's just 4 minutes from the M40 to rural charms.
A bustling tourist centre, with a fine dog walk and some dog-friendly pubs. Be prepared for quite a long stop here if you have Harry Potter fans on board or gardening enthusiasts.
A tiny riverside village alongside the River Avon with a dog-friendly country pub and rural dog walk route.
On a warm, sunny day this is a charming spot to walk the dog and then bask on the waterfront terrace and watch the ripples go by.
A delightful dog-friendly pub tucked away in a pretty part of the town. The Thames is really close by and there is a very pleasant riverside dog walk to enjoy.
A Devil's Bridge, connections to Turner landscapes, and local and visiting dogs having a brilliant time in the water together. What a great place to take a break.
There's a choice of two walks here, one along the banks of the Thames and the other through a nature reserve. Both walks pass a civilised pub where you'll find decent coffee and good service.
A chance to walk along part of the oldest road in Britain or take the pooch for a gentle stroll along the river. A very welcome break from the motorway indeed.
Close to the M4 and also on the Fosse Way, this coaching inn has been a comfortable place for travellers to refresh for centuries. Today you'll find tasty food and a good dog walk from the door.
This is the largest open space in London by far at nearly 6,000 acres. It's brilliant for dogs to romp off-lead, roll in the unspeakable and have a great doggie moment.
An upmarket countryside dining inn set in the heart of Berkshire farmland and a fabulous place for all the dog walking that you could desire.
A friendly village pub where dogs and families are welcome. The 16th century building is on the main road so it couldn't be easier to find. Just a couple of miles from the M40 Jct 8.