Lake District dog walk and traditional dog-friendly pub, Cumbria
Lovely old 16th century pub with real ales and food for the hungry. Expect a warm and friendly welcome.
Lovely old 16th century pub with real ales and food for the hungry. Expect a warm and friendly welcome.
A wonderful woodland walkies for dogs, and with lots of different paths to explore.
A riverside path with access to the river for doggie swimming and an easy no-fuss walk just off the A66.
A massive sandy beach with a number of large rockpools to entertain kids of all ages at low tide. Dogs have literally miles of running space and it is never crowded here.
A light and airy, yet traditional village inn with rooms. Ideal for a dog-friendly stay away from the crowds. The dog walk is a rural hike across fields - best in dry weather!
'Withnail and I' fans will recognise this walk as the route to the cottage that was used in the film. Dogs will just adore the open space.
Quiet and popular with local dog walkers, this can be a there-and-back walk or a circular route!
The Dukes Head Pub is dog friendly and has parking.
A pretty village in the North Lakes with a dog-friendly pub, craft centre and cafe, and an excellent dog walk with no sheep or cows.
Suddenly, in the middle of literally nowhere, here's a hive of activity for families, dogs and everyone. Terrific atmosphere, plenty of facilities and lots to do.
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.
Fantastic walk along the river bank, with a lovely dog-friendly hotel bar to return to.
Wonderfully situated dog-friendly pub with a very good dog walk from the door. And it's one without sheep or cows which is a definite bonus.
Cracking pub and a stress-busting dog walk to get some clean air and big views. If you can, stay a few days and go mad on the mountains!
A glorious stride out with the dog with some fabulous views over the countryside on a clear day.
The car park here is a good starting point for several walks with the dog, but parking charges are steep and apply summer and winter.
The dog-friendly pub here is defended by Edward 1st who died of a ghastly tummy upset while trying to invade Scotland. As kingly demises go, it's not very glorious.
Popular and busy waterside tourist centre and facilities. And easy to get away from the crowds with a dog walk in either direction and dog swimming too.
An on-lead walk with the dog in a very unusual nature reserve. Fully accessible paths and mobility bike centre for hiring modified bikes and kids' bikes too.
The Royal Oak has an excellent Tap Room where dogs and their owners can enjoy an open fire, good food and a pint of Hawkshead in considerable comfort!
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.
Traditional dog-friendly Lake District pub with sturdy walls and a windbeaten roof. It's full of quiet country charm and well worth a visit.
This fell has several ways up, all stile free and fantastic views for such a small fell! There may be sheep on the top.
A very good local dog walk with no livestock and endless tracks to walk on. It is a working forest so be prepared to divert and avoid timber works.
Dog-friendly inn with dog walks from the door, and a handy place to take a driving break on the A66 near Cockermouth.
No dog restrictions on Parton Beach, and you'll find local shops and a pub just a short walk from the beach (on the other side of the railway line).
A tiny town on the Furness peninsula that's surprisingly unknown, and well worth a visit.
Lovely Lakeland pub with dog friendly accommodation. Rooms very clean and dogs welcome in bar. Food - hearty and excellent. Walks to the fells or to Keswick from the inn.
Homely village pub with tasty home-cooked food. Access to the dog walk needs a bit of road walking but then you're in for a treat of a walk with dog swimming in the lovely River Eden.
A fantastically remote and wild space for wildlife, and dog walkers. Definitely worth bringing binoculars and an app to identify the plants and insect life here.
A wonderful dog-friendly cafe and we were so grateful to take refuge here in a savage summer downpour. The walk was lovely too until the great soaking.
A former railway sidings, now covered in a birch wood and popular with local dog-walkers
Another enormous sandy beach with hardly a soul enjoying it. So ideal for dogs who like a lot of personal space. You can see Scotland across the water.
Walk around the lake, or head into the valley behind, or just take the dog for a paddle - there's plenty of choice here, and the paths are mostly manageable all year round - you'll need to scramble...
A real hidden gem just outside the national park and there's plenty to do here and no crowds.
An enormous big beach, where dogs can enjoy an off-lead run around on mile after mile of sand when the tide is out. Very atmospheric with clouds and the Lake District hills behind.
If you're bored of a long journey, take a bit of time out to admire these mpressive castle ruins with fabulous views of Stainmore Pass.
A remote forest walk that's ideal for less sociable dogs (and people!) on clear forestry tracks.
A warm and welcoming country pub with a few tables in the bar where dogs can join you inside.
Gorgeous old-school hotel and bar close to Wordsworth's House and the start point of several long and highly enjoyable dog walks.
Miles and miles of empty beach. Doggie delight on a grand scale. Also traces of the Romans who used to be billetted here as part of the coastal defences.
Beautiful wide open space with the River Eden flowing through. Great beach for the dogs to go swimming. Stopped here while travelling up to Scotland. There is a monument here too.
Sedbergh can get busy in summer, and either of the walk routes are ideal to give the dog some freedom before taking time out for yourself to explore the town.
Picturesque castle ruins in the Eden Valley, just off the A66. Limited on-lead walking for dogs, but a smashing place for kids who love charging around castles with plastic swords.
The castle here is said to be the home of Uther Pendragon of Camelot fame.
Traditional country pub with an enormous beer garden and very friendly service.
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
An enormous sandy and dog-friendly beach that stretches for miles and miles to St Bees Head.
Dog-friendly inn with rooms, a dog-friendly bar and great walks nearby.
A brace of dog-friendly inns with micro-brewery and a stunning location. Just gorgeous.
A dog walk with some interesting history, and then you'll get a big welcome at a large, roomy waterside inn with access to watersports and activities on Windermere.
Classic Lake District dog walking country, and this is an area with an abundance of small waterfalls and chattering streams to enjoy, plus the dog-friendly pub of course!
Pretty woodland on the fringe of a once grand estate. Dogs can run off-lead here and enjoy a lot of woodland romping.
A really pretty Cumbrian village and it wins a lot of the 'best kept' 'best flowers' competitions. Until the railway came the market here was of real importance but now just the cobbles remain.
Interesting place for a dog walk across an area used by the Romans as a military cemetery.
England's shortest, widest and deepest canal! Well behaved dogs can be let off-lead on the tarmac tow path.
The England Coast Path goes through this small harbour town, and most walkers will pass through because of the path. It's an unusual spot and our dogs love walkies here.
A choice of pretty walks that are usually quiet and peaceful even at the height of summer.
Historic dining pub with dog tables and dog walk within a stone's throw of the A66. Check out the marmalade feature of the walk!
Traditional and dog-friendly country pub with flagged floors. Easy to spot from the road and a very handy place for a break.
A Devil's Bridge, connections to Turner landscapes, and local and visiting dogs having a brilliant time in the water together. What a great place to take a break.
Woodland dog walks, an ancient glacial lake and lots of things for the family to enjoy makes this country park a good bet for a holiday visit or a quick doggie stop from the A69.
A 2-mile dog walk and then refreshments and facilities in a traditional 17th century coaching inn, steeped in history and very dog-friendly. Not too far from the M6.
If you're travelling across the A66, a great place to stretch your legs and dog's paws is in the village of Dufton - an attractive village which sits on the Pennine Way.
Functional dog walking spot with free parking and access, with big views over part of Windermere. This is a working forest so don't be surprised by gaps in the treeline after felling.
There's a definite northerly feel to the air up here, and even in summer this walk on Public Footpaths feels cool - if not chilly. Dog swimming is possible in the stream at the foot of the hill.
A brilliant walk up to and around the man-made reservoirs that fed Stott Park Bobbin Mill.
Wow - this is like an infinity pool for doggie swimmers, and what an amazing backdrop too. Any dog who enjoys his wild swimming will be thrilled with an outing here.
Historic coaching inn with bags of atmosphere and a warm welcome for drivers and dogs.
One of the quieter lakes with space for dogs to have a paddle on their walkies by the water, join you for some SUP fun or take a ride across the lake in one of the dog-friendly boats.
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.
Generous stately grounds where dogs are welcome and it's usually fairly quiet once you're away from the main car park and facilities. Watch out for some evil speed humps on the way in, even at 5mph.
This is an easy place to get the dog into the water for a cooling dip in fresh water. It's also popular with wild swimmers.
A great place for a dog walk, whether you're making a doggiestop on your journey or just looking for somewhere new to walk.
Woodland walkies in the forest is a great option for dogs to enjoy an off-lead ramble without fear of livestock or getting lost on footpaths.
Even in mid-summer this dog walk route will take you and the pooch away from the crowds and into the refreshing calm of the banks of the River Eamont.
Popular village with a much loved racecourse and a lot of historic pubs and boutique shops and a fabulous ice-cream shop just off the main square.
Extremely warm and friendly village inn, with a dog walk from the door.
A traditional and dog-friendly pub with an easy dog walk from the door. Ideal for a stop near Carlisle.
A dog walk in the splendid wilderness beneath Scafell Pike.
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.
An easy to follow dog walk and a dog-friendly country pub nearby. It's not hugely exciting but will delight the dog.
Atmospheric and inspiring site for a picnic, and ideal for all the family and the dog.
Another dog-friendly inn with walks close to our favourite Cumbrian river, the Eden. We've shared both of our local dog walks, one is 2.5 miles and the other just a bit longer.
The visitor centre has a lot of instructions for various walks, all they ask for is a donation towards the printing. We did a circular walk from the town along the river.
This walk follows the course of a river, and ducks underneath the M6 to emerge at the site of an ancient motte and bailey fortress in the middle of the water.
Massively dog-friendly inn with wonderful food, B&B and amazing walks from the door. The hard part is leaving.
Easy to spot dog-friendly inn on the Bowness Road, and less than 10 miles from the M6 although it feels longer than that.
Circular dog walk near a picturesque village.
First up, you need to plan the train trip and not just rock up. Seats get booked up fast. Dogs are welcome and on a sunny day it's a nice ride.
You need some determination to reach this dog-friendly heritage village in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Worth a short diversion from the A65 for some stylish eating and a walk for the dog in the very pretty valley.
Doggy delights in the footsteps of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. Make sure you have your English Heritage card with you to avoid the parking charge.
Dog-friendly inn with B&B rooms, and some classic walks from the door. We enjoyed the lovely warm and welcoming atmosphere and breakfast was hearty.
Traditional dog-friendly inn and a woodland walk with doggie swimming.
A family-run 17th century village pub with a doggie swimming river nearby.
Dog-friendly rooms at the village pub, a pretty riverside dog walk, and you're all set for a fine time in the heart of the Lake District.
Outstanding lakeside gardens with access to watersports on Windermere and a National Trust cafe and car park. On a sunny day what could be better than a cream tea in this tranquil setting?
Forest leisure centre with loads going on for active families, with or without the dog.
Long stretch of beach and dunes with lots of free parking in various areas along the main road.