Country pub with a short dog walk from the door, Norfolk
Take the dog for a shortish walk over fields and then you'll find a dog-friendly pub in the centre of the village. Families and dogs are made welcome.
Take the dog for a shortish walk over fields and then you'll find a dog-friendly pub in the centre of the village. Families and dogs are made welcome.
More of a pitstop for hungry people than a full-on dog walk, and we reckon you can't have too many dog-friendly cafes to chose from.
A dog-friendly pub that's most convenient for a walk in the National Trust estate just beyond the hedge.
Dog-friendly and welcoming 14th century Suffolk country pub that's had a lockdown refurbishment. Good food, reasonably priced and pretty quick service when we were there.
A large and hospitable dog-friendly pub sitting opposite a church, and both seemingly deserted by the village you'd expect to find here.
Calm and tranquil dog-friendly village pub near the A14 just north of Cambridge. The dog walk can be a stress-busting 3 mile yomp, or just a potter in the fields.
A choice of dog walks, a dog-friendly hotel with a pretty riverside terrace for snacks and meals and the charms of the Exmoor National Park all around.
On a hot day this is the pawfect place to stop for a bite and let the dog enjoy a really good romp on the dog-friendly beach.
A doggy welcoming pub in an area with lots of footpaths for a dog walk.
Much more than a brilliant dog walk near the Salisbury Road, this is one of those defining moments of history and heritage in the landscape. Ideal for kids of all ages and dogs.
Pretty garden and a pleasant family feel to this historic village inn. And the dog walk is an easy circular route.
If you stop for a break and dog walk here, then I guarantee you'll have a certain well-known nursery rhyme as an ear worm for the rest of the day! Clue - hills and pails of water ...
A country inn with rooms, close to Bath and handy as a base if you're in the area. Also good for a reliably good lunch or snack-stop on a long journey.
A popular traditional pub in a pretty village. Well-behaved dogs are very welcome and the dog walk is easy and convenient.
Lovely country inn with a dog walk from the door, in one of the county's sweetest valleys. Easy to reach from Bath or Bristol if you're heading towards Devon.
A village with deep historic roots, and a fine place to stop for a driving break and dog walk. The ancient inn is well worth a stop to admire the building.
A safe and easy dog walk and a civilised dog-friendly pub, close to the A6 near Flitwick.
Glorious dog walk across the moors near Hathersage, and it's a great place to get a lungful of clean, fresh air.
Absolutely the best view in town, and a definite 'must-see'.
Most drivers on the A40 have no idea that the Usk Valley has some really pretty countryside, dog-friendly pubs and some lovely walks too.
A friendly waterside pub on the shore of a fabulous estuary. Everybody will love the view and the walk is very straightforward.
A doggielicious stroll along the Tamar Trail, and a dog-friendly inn (with dog-friendly cottage) for refreshments. The walk is a two-counties linear walk between Devon and Cornwall!
Warm and dog-friendly little Cotswold pub with a large garden and good pub grub.
A great walk across heathland and heading towards an iconic location in the history of rock music. Dogs will feel very content after a run around here.
This part of the forest is known as Warren Pease, so we expected to see lots of rabbit burrows. Wrong! This is a heath rather than dense woodland part of the forest.
Over 2000 acres of exploring to be enjoyed just off the A3. A jewel of a dog walk in the South Downs with all the facilities anyone could want.
A fine and easy walk in gracious surroundings which is ideal for enthusiastic dogs. A time to relax and make the most of this splendid Hampshire trail.
A choice of dog walks and a much-praised foodie pub/bistro, with the superest little stove in Sussex. That sounds about right!
Village pub with a friendly welcome for walkers, dogs and families. Parts of the pub date back to the 1700s.
Dog-friendly village pub and with a variety of dog walks starting from the door. Not too far from the A29.
Small rural inn that's immensely popular at weekends.
A fine locals pub on the edge of the South Downs and massively dog friendly. There is a pleasant walk nearby for you and your dogs to enjoy.
Unspoiled 17th century rural pub right on the South Downs Way and dog-friendly.
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Hampshire, this is a very dog-friendly pub near the delightful village of St Mary Bourne.
A very dog friendly pub with a nautical atmosphere and handy for a walk along the coast.
Much more than a place to stop for a driving break with the dog. You can walk the dog's socks off here! And a fine country pub to recover in.
Small village, steeped in history and with a dog-friendly coaching inn and short dog walk.
Cheerful traditional local with a dog walk starting pretty much from the car park.
A walk from here will get the dog's tail wagging for sure. Water, lots of grass, hills, really clean air and a dog-friendly inn as well. Result.
A traditional Dales pub in the midst of fabulous walking country, now with a modern look for the pub interior, and still dog-friendly.
Glorious views from the dog-friendly pub terrace, and footpaths all over the place for a dog walk. Close to the A5 or the A505 and quite a remarkable place for a doggiestop.
A tiny hamlet by a stream in the middle of nowhere. Sounds perfect for a moment of road-free relaxation and frolicking space for dogs.
Popular, busy and good-natured country inn that's a restored and much improved railway pub. Heritage railway buffs will adore this one, and the dog won't miss out either.
A Vintage Inns establishment, nicely placed on a corner within reach of the Brampton Valley Way. It seems popular with families and it's the standard Vintage menu.
Lovely dog walk with the option to enjoy a visit to formal gardens, and a dog-friendly bistro for a meet-up with friends. It's very convenient as a stop on your journey.
I'd describe this as a 'new rural' pub. The bar is a bar, where people talk to each other and dogs are welcome; and the food is worth a drive for.
Such a perfect country pub, with a welcoming approach to dogs and walkers in the bar. It's also popular locally for great food.
Joyful open space where dogs can just go nuts.
In the heart of the Dordogne valley, this small town has a great combination of good places to eat, charming old buildings and an excellent dog walk too.
A forest walk with any number of paths to explore. You'll also find plenty of facilities in the nearby town of Beavoir-sur-Niort, and the 15th century windmill just off the D1 is a delight.
An off-putting start, but a good dog walk once you get going.
Winning combo of campsite, lake and forest walks within easy reach of the town. Totally perfect for dogs.
This is a great walk for dogs and drivers, despite the sad memorial for some forty hop-pickers who were drowned in the 1850s when their wooden cart overturned and they were flung into the fast-flowing...
A quiet forest track with a free car park and no navigation difficulties. Popular with local dog walkers and it's an easy and enjoyable dog walk.
It's a long drive on an unsurfaced track to reach the car park at the start of the dog walk but absolutely worth the bone-shaking. Don't miss the viewing platform ...
A stunning dog-friendly beach with silver sand and the chance to walk further around the coast when the tide is low.
If you find yourself waiting for a ferry to Skye, the small harbour town of Mallaig has dog-friendly cafes and is an interesting little place to wander around.
The Falls are exciting, especially after a lot of rain. Parking near them is almost impossible and so we've combined the dog walk with a view of the Falls to keep drivers calm and relaxed.
A little gem of a dog-friendly restaurant with an enthusiastic local reputation for seafood. The dog walk is through woodland and beside the river.
An informal river path on the banks of the River Tweed. Lots of dog swimming opportunities and a lovely place to visit.
This is a fabulous estate to walk in with your dog. The river is perfect for dog swimming and the well-signed trails through woodland are pure delight.
Who was Murray? Not the famous Andy but Alexander, a local shepherd boy who later became Professor of Oriental Languages at Edinburgh University.
A chance to enjoy an historic abbey, traditional mill and a cup of tea. And then you can drive up a narrow lane to a car park with access to a glorious woodland dog walk.
A community village inn that really serves its community. Lovely friendly atmosphere, and of course dogs get a great welcome too!
A cooling and atmospheric walk with the dog through woodland to a lake. And nearby is an iconic Lakes pub and the original home of several legendary Cumbrian ales.
A pub with a spectacular view from the terrace, and a beacon too. Locally popular for its food, and a fine dog walk from the door.
A traditional canalside dog-friendly pub and an easy walk with the dog on the towpath. I love the way that all the different canals have such a different style of brickwork, bridges and locks.
A pretty walk along the Llangollen canal and a dog-friendly pub for refreshments. The pub snuggles alongside a lock and proudly announces it dates back to 1978.
An interesting spot to walk a desperate dog, in an immaculately kept village with mainly thatched cottages nesteld around the skirts of the Hall. It's a rare glimpse of the England of nostalgia.
A cool spacious historic coaching inn with 800 year old claims of a connection to King John. Wow! Lovely welcoming feel to the place and the garden is quite a suntrap.
We're charmed by this outstandingly good 16th century country inn with an arboretum for a back garden. Worth the detour to enjoy a very special moment.
A pretty and welcoming dog-friendly cafe with a fabulous walk from the door in one direction, and a doggie swimming spot in the river in the other. Perfect family stop, and B&B accommodation too.
A dog-friendly attraction with plenty to interest all the family as well the dog.
Popular woodland for dog walking, and easy to reach from the A69. On the day we were there the lake was shimmering with sunlight reflecting on damselfly wings and it was just gorgeous.
Popular local walk with a cracking view from the top. No matter how many times you clamber up the hill, the walk will always feel different.
A more open part of the forest, with broader paths and plenty of space for dogs to run around.
A real hideaway of a long sandy beach with no dog restrictions on the beach itself, and a locals' hidden gem.
Dogs on leads are welcome at this ruined monastery with a bit of a gloomy backstory. The cafe around the corner is excellent and spotlessly clean, with outside tables where dogs are welcome.
A perfect dog walk when you or the dog are in the mood for big open spaces and solitude. But probably not the dog walk for a foggy, wet day when it could be a bit spooky.
An easy walk on heath and woodland quite close to the A140
Much more than just a dog walk from a great riverside pub. You'll also find a village shop, gorgeous hand-made chocolates and a cracking good breakfast.
A relaxing linear walk on a former rail line is always good for dogs. No sheep, stiles or anything to cause problems. Here, naughty dogs will find the mudbath long before you spot it!
A former quarry that's slowly turning into a green and pleasant country park. It's still a work in progress and some of the paths are decidedly sharp on the paws.
Outstandingly different dog walk by marshes rich with wildlife and history. Definitely worth a special trip to see this and for the coffee and cakes too.
The pub has the enticing aroma of succulent roast dinners, and on a cold day the warmth and sheer comfort of the building is totally winning.
Family run dog-friendly 17th century country inn with rooms in a heritage building of great charm. For a remote weekend away you're in good hands here. It's very handy for Scafell Pike
A dog walk as long as you like in the Breamish Valley, with a very friendly cafe for a well-earned piece of cake on the way back.
A remote dog-friendly country pub with lots of footpaths for a dog walk and some fine country air.
A fine place to stop where all the family will be happy and find something to do.
Traditional Norfolk Broads pub where dogs and kids are welcome, and they do smashing cream teas too.
Pretty and dog-welcoming village inn, with friendly and efficient service. It feels like a world away from busy Ipswich.
A wonderful 14th century building houses this dog-friendly inn, and there's a pretty village dog walk too.
Really welcoming village pub, with lots of outdoor space and dog-friendly areas. North of Ipswich and easy to find from the A12.
You're really eating on the waterfront here, with working fishermen unloading their catch near the pub. Dogs get a great welcome. Not easy to find the first time!
Country inn with good food and also dog-friendly B&B rooms. It's just under 4 miles from the A1 and a welcome bolt-hole if you want to escape the traffic for a while.
Popular and dog-friendly local with good honest pub food and a welcoming atmosphere to all. A safe dog walk on an old railway line is handy.
A calm woodland dog-walking space close to Rickmansworth and the A404. A fine place for a gentle dog walk and picnic, and surprisingly quiet.
A lovely pub in the middle of rural splendour and surrounded by British maritime history. Be prepared to see lots of boats passing by as you enjoy your walk.
A village pub, cafe, post office, and dog-friendly space for locals and visitors to enjoy the coffee and food on offer. A nice place to take a break with kids, dogs, elderly parents and all.
The dog walk here is a cracker once you get going. The dog-friendly village inn has a lot of character and a straightforward no-frills approach.