A26 heathland dog walk near Crowborough, East Sussex
Dogs have a heavenly time in the absolutely enormous forest here. It's quite close to the A26 and makes a perfect place to stop for a relaxing walk with the dog.
Dogs have a heavenly time in the absolutely enormous forest here. It's quite close to the A26 and makes a perfect place to stop for a relaxing walk with the dog.
Circular walk around the water, with more ups and downs than you might expect. Also popular for bird watching.
A village that will be very familiar to fans of Midsomer Murders and Foyle's War. It is a really pretty place and the pub is very friendly and welcomes dogs.
A good family and dog stop on the Salisbury Road with a circular dog walk over fields and a quiet country lane.
A section of the North Downs Way makes for a splendid dog walk, and the woodland here is one of the highest points in Kent so the views are pretty good too.
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.
Dogs welcome on the beach here - and the normal rules apply: on lead, and please pick up! Out of season you're likely to have the beach to yourself and other dog-walkers.
This is a lovely walk on a lakeside path, with shade from the trees in hot weather (or cover from the rain).
A real oasis of tranquillity, with a fairytale chateau complete with Rapunzel towers and a dog-friendly garden that smells fabulous.
If you have time to look at the 'new' city of Carcassonne you'll find all the souvenirs from the medieval city on sale at a fraction of the price and, especially at lunchtime, some really excellent...
The atmospheric ruins of the Château Châlucet make a perfect dog walk and an interesting and varied break from driving, and are well worth a longer visit if you're staying in the area.
Enormous sandy beach, with no dog restrictions. This is just one of several beaches in the area, and unusual in that it has disabled facilities.