A25 woodland dog walk near Abinger Hammer, Surrey
Another part of the Hurt woodlands where dogs can enjoy a very superior sniff and scamper.
Another part of the Hurt woodlands where dogs can enjoy a very superior sniff and scamper.
A very easy but enjoyable walk in the grounds of a Georgian manor house. Plenty of places for dogs to have a good sniff and people to admire the glory of the North Downs.
Smart dining pub with a lovely vine-covered terrace that seems so Mediterranean when the sun shines. Bar menu available Monday to Saturday from noon.
The dog walk starts right from the pub and it's a gentle stroll along a canal towpath. The pub is also charming and a great place for a meal after a pleasant walk.
Dog walking on the Downs, and then refreshments at a family and dog-friendly pub with a relaxed atmosphere and pizzas on the menu.
The dog walk here is ideal for a doggie splash in hot weather, and it's popular with local dog walkers. Refreshments and facilities at the pub are good.
Close to Billingshurst, but miles away in atmosphere, is this dog-friendly country inn with a waterside dog walk and relaxing garden.
A real hideaway of a country pub with superb views in clear weather. Very rural and a total delight. Always call to check opening hours in winter. Watch out for the chickens...
Homely and dog-friendly pub, with an easy-going dog walk. It's within easy reach of the A29, and yet feels to be in the middle of nowhere. Fully accessible walk route on a hard-surface track.
Very dog friendly old coaching house in a bustling market town, ideal for the North Cotswolds and Shakespeare's Stratford.
This is a nice and easy dog walk to find from both the A272 and the A31. A doggiestop here has lots of interest for people and dogs and a dog-friendly inn too.
Timbered inn that's easy to spot from the road, and a really good woodland for dog walking. You do need to walk on the pavement by the road to get there for 5-6 minutes which is a pity.
If you're in the area and keen to see the 'end' of the island a potter around a lighthouse is always a delight. You'll find several historic lighthouses here at varying distances from the sea.
A shorter walk for the dogs here, and then a dog-friendly pub with a cosy feel.. Close to the M27 and easy to find.
Once a busy coaching stop, the three large inns in this small village must have been a hub for news, gossip and the latest fashions from London in the 1700s.
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.
A perfect place for a bit of bummelling along the Thames path with the dog.
Village pub in a lovely location overlooking the village pond. Dogs get a good welcome and new owners have smartened the building up.
Beccles is a centre for boating on the Broads, and you'll see boats of all shapes and sizes moored along the quays here.
Modern pub with a nearby short stretch on fields for the dog. Good access and hard-surface paths.
Country pub with good reviews for the food and service. Dogs on leads are welcome in the bar. Look out for the church tower, it's very impressive.
We were expecting to find this pretty village to be surrounded by fields of lavender, and were looking forward to one of the most fragrant walk experiences ever.
A fabulous walk for people and dogs along the River Vienne. In 1947 the small village church here was the scene of a series of miraculous apparitions, in front of hundreds of witnesses.
Glorious heathland on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. The River Ouse is nearby, and this is a great place for short or long walks.
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.
A small but restful urban park that's a useful dog walking spot from the M2.
Stunning expanse of sand held together by coastal plants and grasses. Perfect for energetic dogs to go nuts.
You'll find this dog and child-friendly farm shop and cafe just off the A46 near Evesham. The shop (open 9am-6pm) is small, but well-stocked and you can easily do a big shop here.
The road stops here and everyone comes to walk by the loch, or to have a go at walking to the top of Scotland's most southerly and relatively easy Munro (hill).
Wonderfully big and dog-friendly beach when the tide is out. Time for doggie football or frizbees on a grand scale.
Most of us know the name of this tiny fishing village from the shipping forecast.
Take the chance to get out of the car here and enjoy a really good dog walk. The Harry Potter viaduct draws the crowds but beyond the image of an airborne Ford Anglia is a cracking walk.
Dogs will love the abundance of sniffs in this woodland walk. It's on a mix of forest tracks and smaller footpaths and an ideal spot for dogs and drivers to relax.
A chance to explore a small section of the West Highland Way with fewer walkers than the more popular stages.
A walkers car park seconds off the A83 and very easy to find. Dogs are also welcome in the nearby brewery cafe.
A convenient stop for a dog comfort break, with a cafe and the chance to hop onto a short cruise on Loch Lomond if you're in the mood.
What's not to like about a doggie pitstop with a castle to enjoy as well? It's a short walk for dogs, but the castle is great for kids of all ages and you can clamber all over it.
A dog-friendly hotel with rooms halfway between Hawick and Jedburgh. Ideally placed for a stopover in the Borders and with a really good dog walk from the door.
A popular village with many visitors returning year after year to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, boat trips and sea food.
National Trust managed estate woodlands with extensive walk routes of differing lengths. Be aware there are dog restrictions near the cafe and where birds may be nesting.
Country inn with dog-friendly rooms and a pleasant country walk from the door. It's a handy place to stop if you're looking for a weekend lunch on the way from the West Midlands to mid-Wales.
Interesting place for a dog walk across an area used by the Romans as a military cemetery.
A dog-friendly village inn to take a break from a long drive, or to stay for a weekend. A dog walk from the door gives you a glimpse at life in this outstandingly pretty village.
Picture perfect village that looks as if it belongs in the Cotswolds! Tea room in summer and a lovely walk over lush grassy fields.
A pleasant shady dog walk along a former railway track and just under 4 miles from the M1 Junction 35A. It's worlds away from the busy motorway.
This has to be the 'best view from a beer garden' in the county. Totally stunning on a clear day, and worth the winding lanes to get here.
Busy small market town on the edge of the moors and with a somewhat quaint feel and atmosphere.
Impossible to get a good photo of this imposing viewpoint on the moors when a cloud was theatening to swallow us up! But unbeatable for a breath of fresh air and a picnic, or just a stroll with the...
Tiny hamlet amidst the moors with a small car park and very clean public loos. And the walk is perfectly signed from the car park.
A very attractive Yorkshire village in the Howardian Hills with dog-friendly refreshments at a cafe or the village shop for picnic essentials.
This is a wonderfully busy little market town, with a number of cafes as well as dog-friendly pubs and a thriving atmosphere. I'd not heard of it before, but what a great place for a weekend away.
Good choice here of a recreation ground for kids, and a dog walk on a bridleway to the side of the rec. The dog-friendly country inn has loads more space than you'd guess from the outside.
A quiet forest where you're only likely to meet other dog walkers, and not too many of them. The pull-in has space for around 5 cars with careful parking which limits visitor numbers.
A handy place to stop for a picnic without needing to drive in circles on narrow country lanes.
Accessible dog walking route between Thetford and Watton. Easy parking and access.
A rather good country dining pub with a roomy car park and easy access from the A11. Dogs are welcome and there's a really long dog walk for very energetic hounds. You don't have to do all of it!
Family and dog-friendly pub within easy reach of the A12 and Colchester.
Rather a nice dog-friendly pub where you can sit on the green and watch the world go by if the weather's fine. Kids have a play area by the pond, within easy reach of the tables.
A remote part of the larger forest, and usually a safe place for dogs who really prefer their own space.
A fine pub dating back to the late 1400s. It's just off the main road and dogs are given a huge amount of fuss by the friendly staff and locals.
A welcome refuge from the A10 with gentle woodland walking for dogs and drivers to enjoy. There's a variety of birds, trees and ground cover that's interesting for kids of all ages to identify.
A wonderful place to take a break from the A52 with a choice of fab dog walks, super tea rooms, plenty of parking and lots of heritage interest too. Loads of space for kids to let off steam too.
Traditional country pub with an enormous beer garden and very friendly service.
Wonderful dog-friendly inn where pooch can expect to be wrapped in nose to tail comfort and tasty sausage breakfasts.
You may be surprised to find that this little village once saw many a moment of high political action, and the castle was an important seat of power.
Dog-friendly B&B in the pub and a choice of walks to keep all dogs happy. As well as being a great place to stop for a driving break, this is also a good place to have as a holiday base.
A lonely walk, high in the moorland and an exhilarating moment for dogs and drivers when the weather is good.
A modern country park created out of former farmland, and it's now looking very natural and well-established. Different routes for walkers and other park users make it a relaxed place to take the dog.
A splendid dog-friendly pub. The village is near the foothills of the Quantock Hills and Francis Drake was married here in 1583.
Country pub set off the road, and with a handy walk over fields for the dog nearby. Short opening hours, they are basically a weekend pub with a focus on live music.
Lovely dog-friendly day out from London in the Surrey countryside. On a hot summer's day it feels like Provence!
An interesting dog walk to the ruins of a castle. And then there's a dog-friendly coaching inn in the middle of the town.
A long straight forest path is an easy dog walk. But you can find all sorts of natural treasures on either side of the path.
A really friendly pub in a pretty Mendip village. Dogs are welcome and have a splendid country walk to look forward to. Wellies needed in wet weather.
A really comfortable place to break your journey. Dogs are welcome inside and the village itself is charming. This is a lovely part of Wiltshire and it is well worth spending some time here.
Dog-friendly country inn just off the old Fosse Way, and the whole area is steeped in history and heritage which is nice for a change of scene on a long journey.
Easy to find dog-friendly country inn on the A39 with a country dog walk well away from the traffic.
A real dog-pleaser of a walk, and it's good for families too. There's also a fully accessible route on a former railway.
Pretty village inn dating from the 1700s and a foodie delight. Very easy to follow dog walk from the door.
A country park close to Bishops Stortford that's well-equipped for doggie activities and off-lead exercise. Also play spaces for kids.
Just one minute from the main A477 St Clears to Pembroke road, and perfect for refreshments and a rather marvellous castle. An ideal driving stop on the way to or from the Pembroke ferry.
Traditional stone pub with 4 centuries of pint-pulling behind it. The road used to have a toll booth opposite, in the days of turnpikes.
Waterside pub with an abundance of character, and fantastically dog-friendly. Good food too.
A fine dog walking space and easy to access from the A3. Jem loved the sandy paths and hide-and-seek gorse bushes.
The pub overlooks a pocket-sized village green and at first glance looks just like a house from an Agatha Christie story.
Another fabulous place for a dog walk in the middle of the massive Hurt Forest. The lane to get to the car parks is single-track, so allow time for negotiating this.
A chance to explore a LiteraryTrail on a dog walk. Then the dog-friendly pub is light and airy, and set in a really attractive Sussex village.
Very relaxing to stroll near water, and this is a massive reservoir that was first filled as recently as 1988.
Outdoorsy pub with a very friendly atmosphere, good food and pretty much the full rustic.
Interesting small town close to Eastleigh with several dog-friendly pubs and historical walks.
Dogs and kids will love the chance to race into a small, clean river at the start of the walk and the village pub is friendly and welcoming.
Much-loved country park with designated dog walking area, space for horse riders and lots of nature projects to inspire and entertain.
Woodland wonderland where drivers and dogs can truly relax and de-stress. The paths are well-tended and easy to follow, and the aroma of earth and trees after a shower is fabulous.
Evesham is perched on a bit of high ground inside a big loop of the River Avon. So with the inevitable delays getting over the bridges, traffic does build up at busy times.
Lovely dog walking in the grounds and surrounds of an elegant Victorian country house.
The walk here is a favourite for local dog owners, and starts underneath a fascinating old wooden suspension bridge.
This doggiestop ticks all the boxes for drivers, families and the dog.
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!
This little town is a lovely place to take a break, have a riverside stroll and enjoy the charms of rural France.