Country Park dog walks near Hadleigh, Essex
A safe space for a dog walk and cup of tea, close to the A13. Good for family days out with the dog too. Don't miss the iron age roundhouse.
A safe space for a dog walk and cup of tea, close to the A13. Good for family days out with the dog too. Don't miss the iron age roundhouse.
Lovely country pub, good food and friendly - water and chicken for the mutts
Short walk from Westport Quays, but gives a fabulous view of Croagh Patrick and can be combined with walk around Wesport House grounds and woods.
Renaissance castle in an 'English' landscaped garden with a lake.
An impressive view over Belfast Lough awaits from the top of the escarpment, definitely worth the climb on a clear day.
The most dog-friendly pub you've ever seen! Suzi goes nuts for the Gourmet Porkies - so you need to do a good walk before coming here and free up some canine calories. And it's lovely for people too.
A Forestry Commission walk that isn't just serried ranks of pine trees! This one is in an arboretum with over 200 different kinds of trees, and masses of rhodedendron too.
Lovely walk along the sand bank to the black rocks - takes 60 to 90 minutes. But check the tide times.
Good track rising above the loch and fantastic views across Sutherland, Ben Hope and Ben Loyal
Just off Gargrave Road there is free parking for around 8 cars. Directly in front of you is Aireville Park where dogs can run around off lead.
Real Ale pub fond of walkers, close to Mow Cop Castle. Dogs always welcome! It's my local and my Meggie takes me there most Sunday's!
Dog walk places in Ireland Woodland with a mix of conifers and traditional oak trees, well marked trails and ideal for walking the dog.
Bagnoles de l'Orne is a sweet little lakeside spa town - with an almost seaside atmosphere. Ice-cream parlours seem to be extremely popular.
A long sandy beach. A notice by the car park requests that dogs are kept on a lead because of sheep grazing on the land nearby.
Another good dog-friendly and sandy beach in the north-east of the island. Kirk Michael has a shop and pub, and the long beach is pretty much dog heaven for walkies and a swim.
If you have an interest in seeing a real Gingko plant - one of the natural ingredients used in many well-known health and beauty products - this slightly quirky little park near the centre of town is...
Fantastic spacious park next to River Tay, lots of benches. Kids play area. Great for walking the dog
Dog walking places in Ireland Very remote, and on part of the Wicklow Way route.
A 3-mile dog walk around the Reservoir, usually a quiet and calm hideaway in the Washburn Valley.
Dog walking places in Ireland Fantastic place for a walk, and full of interest. The sculptures are amazing and the natural beauty of the gorge is a delight.
Ths is a lovely very small fully enclosed park where you can let your dogs off to chase squirrels and run amongst the pines. open from dawn to dusk except Saturdays where it is after 8am.
Easy-to-find countryside dining pub without the bendy country lanes, and you're less than 5 miles from the M40 Junction 11 here.
About 3 miles from Largeasse and just off the D136. A quiet area with plenty of opportunity for some off lead excercise.
This should be such a lovely forest walk for families and dogs to enjoy. But it's hard to say much positive about a walk here because of the number of dog poo bags littering the paths.
Doe Bank is a small wood and playing fields, and alongside the park there is a large field that the land owner doesn't mind responsible dog walkers using.
Another fantastically huge sandy and dog-friendly beach, accessed on a walkway through protected dunes. The beach is divided roughly in half, with dogs allowed on one side all year round.
A pub with centuries of history and plenty of space for campers too. Dog-friendly and close to many great dog walks.
Dog walking places Ireland Bluebell heaven in these woods in Spring, and a lovely place to walk the dog at all times of the year.
Dogs are welcome at Clonque beach all year round with no restrictions.
A really relaxing and reliable pub where kids and dogs are allowed, and the atmosphere is laid back and comfortable. Also close to the M50
Country park with plenty of wildlife interest, lake and marshy swamps. Jem loved it here, and there are lots of people with dogs.
Big dog walking space overlooking the river.
Two miles of glorious sandy beach and dunes to explore
A remote spot for a walk, where dogs are safe from traffic and livestock and the route is accessible to all. It's a good family walk for dogs and kids on bikes too.
Walk along the Old Deeside Railway line between Ballater and Dinnet.
Dog walk in Galway, the Clonbur Loop walk Easy walk that will take a couple of hours, and please the dog enormously.
Woodland walks on good trails with sculptures
This is a fantastic dog walk in Midlothian, and a very useful stopping place off the A7. Very straightforward and best if you take snacks with you.
Stroll with the dog over the Northumberland hills and see an exceptional ruined castle looming over the seascape. Good bracing air is guaranteed on this hilltop walk.
Cliff walk in either direction with various routes from the Car Park some of which return to the car park
A gentle walk up to limestone caves with fantastic views
Lovely sandy blue-flag beach where dogs are allowed all year. They do have to be on leads.
Yorkshire might have more stunning ruins than any other county, and this is way up there in the ruin league. And dog-friendly.
First class park boasting beaches, woodland glens and a lake, perfect romping space for dogs.
Easy to find reservoir and moorland dog walk lying in the Pentland Hills just outside Edinburgh. Sheep graze nearby, so not a good off-lead space if Fido's uncontrollable.
Dog walks in Ireland This used to be a deer park where nobles could hunt, now it's open to all.
Walks in either direction along the route of the former railway from Northampton to Market Harborough. The free car park is at the former Kelmarsh station.
A popular dog-walking space that's not too far from the A42, and really handy for a walk just south of Derby and Nottingham.
A summerhouse folly, an obelisk, beautiful woodland, sweeping views - less than a mile off the A41 near Tring this is a lovely pitstop for a leg-stretch.
People and dog-friendly pub, offering a wide range of home-cooked food (inc. lots of veggie options) and a lovely garden. Also live music especially in the summer.
Well-placed dog-friendly pub with easy access to the canal, Loch Ness visitor attractions and visitor centre.
Woodland walk for the dogs. And the chance to discover possibly the most unspoiled pub in the county. If it's friendly rural authenticity you're after, here it is.
Lovely trail walks with a variety of lengths, mixture of woodland, open ground and even water for those dogs who like a splash.
Secluded woodland with forest trails and access to the lake and shoreline.
Coille an Fhaltaigh Millenium Park is in easy driving time of Kilkenny, and a popular place for a dog walk.
I have no words to describe the beauty of this walk- you need to experience it for yourself.
A lovely cafe & restaurant set in the Walled Garden within the Applecross Estate. Many of the ingredients are sourced locally either from the garden or from the bay. Breakfast is served from 8.
One of the largest areas of common land in Greater London and a popular dog walking place.
This is a very tranquil place where dogs can enjoy a walk around the lakes, meadows and woods in the grounds of a former palace. There's also a walled garden to admire.
Dog-friendly pub close to some good dog walks on Blean Common.
The Dukes Head Pub is dog friendly and has parking.
Very useful stop-off for walkies point if you're heading south from Edinburgh and there are shops in the town to grab picnic supplies.
Pure white sand and dunes with lots of space to run around
Another of the Opal Coast's massive and dog-friendly sandy beaches. Cafes and restaurants are generally dog-friendly and all allow dogs to sit with you outside.
A safe and easy dog walk near the A7 in Scotland, and close to Gorebridge.
Miles and miles of coastal walks in both directions
Friendly and welcoming pub, where the landlord has a mass of local knowledge at his fingertips. Dogs are welcome, and you'll probably encounter locals with their dogs too.
As well as a top class picnic stop, there's access to either the water or a forest for walks. Great for dogs.
An ideal route for a long linear dog walk beside a dead-straight river.
Well-hidden rural pub that made Jem happy from the start with a barrell of dog water at the entrance.
Originally a waterside farmhouse near Burton upon Trent, this is now a warm and welcoming dog-friendly country inn and hotel, on the banks of the river Trent. Very handy for a break from your journey.
Black and white timbered slice of history, right opposite the Abbey and lovely for a tea/coffee as well as meals. Dogs welcome in the bar and there's also dog-friendly accommodation.
Really lovely walk with incredible views over Surrey and Sussex. Really good paths with maps as you enter the fenced area. Free parking in a few small car parks. Open heathland as well as woodland.
The wild, remote area and a magnificent waterfall at the end of an easy to follow path makes this short walk an exhilarating experience. There may be sheep around, but otherwise it's ideal for dogs.
A lovely river walk with dog friendly pub in the village. Park on Station rd before the railway bridge when heading south. Take the path down to the river.
Huge open lawned area overlooking the harbour just a five minute drive from Brittany Ferries terminal at Millbay Docks.
Acres of woodland, streams and lakes. Multiple paths to follow and free parking.
Popular dog walking spot between Huddersfield and Dewsbury. A bit of a clamber up to the top, but worth it.
Lovely old pub, dog-friendly of course, and within a shout of the coast path. Lots to do and see and plenty of paths to explore if you're staying in the area.
A 4 acre private enclosed dog field just one minute from junction 16 of A1(M), ten mins from A14. High fences. With obstacles, shelter, picnic bench, dog toys, water and poo bags.
Woodland with loads of walking and sniffing for poochie pleasure. A local walk although it's near the A42. No facilities of shops nearby.
Forestry Commission forest with its very own UFO trail, created to celebrate UFO sightings in the 1980s. Plenty of other paths also available and this is a fabulous family and dog walking space.
Circular walk with sculpture park, or walk directly to the bottom for a canal walk
If you need a break from the A11 near Newmarket then sniff out this dog-friendly foodie pub with a choice of great walks from the door.
Dogs' delight of a forestry wood in the middle of nowhere. Once the dog is happy, there's a super dog-friendly pub in the next village!
Large country park that spreads from the Old Town across to Fairlight.
Family-run 600 year old country pub near the M20 Junction 2 where dogs are welcome and there's a really good play area for kids.
Interesting park for a dog walk, created from regenerated land - it used to be an explosives factory I think.
This lovely walk starts by the river and then continues in the farmers meadows crossing over the viaduct.
Large sandy beach, with views to Orkney
Find traces of life in pre-Roman Britain, enjoy the easy walking on sandstone paths, and there's plenty of romping space for dogs to have a brilliant time here.
For those who wish for a long beach and a dog-friendly pub close by, this is as good as it gets. There is a choice of walking along the sand or over dunes to view a martello tower.
Relaxing dog walk spot with free parking and a tranquil atmosphere.
Walk around the lake with the option of of a woodland walk as well. From the lake cross over the D748 and you will be in the Le Bois de l'Aumonerie.
This is a great walk as it has a track through lovely woods and is suitable for mobility scooters.
A gentle on-lead nature walk with the dog inside a country estate. We enjoyed the peace and tranquillity here.
If you're driving on the A68 this is a good place for a big dog walk, although there aren't any facilities so you'll need to come prepared with picnics.
A World Heritage site, with dark Victorian mills now cleaned up and looking amazing.
Woodland area great for stroll around with dog plenty of shade
Traditional 17th century inn, with some good and tasty rustic menu choices. Dip your toes in the stream in summer or snuggle up to the woodburner in winter.