Dog walk and a dog-friendly pub near Bedford, Bedfordshire
On the map this appears to be a quiet, even insignificant village. Once you're there it does punch above its weight in history and heritage.
On the map this appears to be a quiet, even insignificant village. Once you're there it does punch above its weight in history and heritage.
Jem and I arrived wet, and a tiny bit grumpy truth to tell, and were totally won over by the lovely warm atmosphere and excellent sarnies here.
For a sense of the 'real' Yorkshire Dales this remote section of the Dales Way feels like a time capsule. Get your timing right, and a fine lunch and a welcome from the pub dog could be yours.
Pretty village, with a well-signed walk. The village is in the middle of the Rutland, Melton and Leicester triangle and easy to find.
A smashing little pub in a lovely Exmoor village. Walkers and dogs are warmly welcomed, and there are lots of great walks nearby.
If you're looking for an authentic local pub this could be it. Traditional cob walls, low ceilings and a blazing log fire - together with over 400 years of refreshing the community.
Friendly and relaxed dog-friendly pub in a village where many visitors probably arrive on foot. The long-distance 'Coleridge Way' goes past the door, and it's a lovely place to sit in the sunshine.
Beccles is a centre for boating on the Broads, and you'll see boats of all shapes and sizes moored along the quays here.
Perfect place for a dog walk - as long as your pooch isn't bothered by the whine of low-flying aircraft from the nearby Bristol airport.
A medieval village, well off the tourist track. You'll find a couple of patisseries and boulangerie, and plenty of medieval period property for sale if you feel like moving!
A small but restful urban park that's a useful dog walking spot from the M2.
When the dog needs greenery and trees rather than sand and sea, this circular reservoir walk is a good option. There's also a field for children's games, and swings etc for younger children.