A354 heritage village with pub and dog walk, Dorset
Such a pretty village, with traditional thatched houses and a treasure of a family-run inn that's at the centre of things. It just needs the sun to make everything sparkle!
Such a pretty village, with traditional thatched houses and a treasure of a family-run inn that's at the centre of things. It just needs the sun to make everything sparkle!
Hide-away of a stylish and traditional dog-friendly pub and it's surrounded by fabulous dog walks. Expect beams, brasses and excellent food.
Community owned, dog-friendly pub with unbelievable food. Worth driving out of your way for - and an easy-going stile-free walkies too.
A very pleasant, small but perfectly formed country inn with a clever mix of traditional look and contemporary feel. Near to Beaminster.
A marvellous dog walk, with an astonishing historic earthwork to keep kids of all ages guessing who built it, and why.
One of the loveliest parts of Dorset. Here you'll find a choice of excellent walks and a roomy, historic, dining and dog-friendly pub.
Lovely place to get some silence and safe walking with the dog. You're unlikely to see many other people, and the linear route is very easy to enjoy and not have any concerns about getting lost.
Pleasant countryside pub with B&B and dog walk just off the A350 on the way to Shaftesbury.
Unpretentious and friendly pub where you can get coffee, sandwiches or cooked lunches and it's got a brilliant dog walk on the doorstep.
Big thatched dog-friendly pub with a welcoming woodburner in winter, and a huge garden for warmer days.
A lively dog walk onto one of the local treasures and a couple of dog-friendly pubs for after-walkies.
Charming dog walk to an old mill over Dorset countryside, and a dog-friendly village pub with a garden for refreshments. And it's just as nice without a dog!
This is a glorious place to visit, with 280 acres of space including meadows, woodland and sea cliffs.
A happy rural pub with camping in summer, and close to the A350.
An easy break from the A35, with a very straightforward dog walk route and an award-winning historic pub with plenty of parking.
Victorian pub where locals and passing strangers are all made welcome. Good value snacks and lunches served, and it's not far from an off-lead dog walk. Regular dog walks every month.
A quiet and tranquil dog walk, close to the A35 for a quick doggiestop on your journey. Fully enclosed and there's a mix of woodland and a field.
Make a doggiestop in a 17th inn featured in Hardy's Tess of the d'Urbervilles? Add in a dog walk to a stunning 17th century manor house, and this journey break off the A37 is a winner.
A little before the ever popular Lulworth Cove, on a busy day there's much to be said for starting a visit in this dog-friendly pub.
When you really need a cream tea, and a short stroll with the dog, a dog-friendly tea room set in heritage surroundings is the only place to be.
Well-placed inn on the Sherbourne Road, with easy parking and a popular woodland dog walk.
Just the place for a tranquil doggiestop off the A31 near Bere Regis. The walk is on an ancient Roman trackway, and it's a lovely quiet walk for dogs and drivers to enjoy.
Shingle beach that's great for a good off lead run. Good facilities and nice walk along sea wall into Weymouth.
A really good stop for families heading to the coast. The farm shop is well stocked and you can do a full holiday shop.
Pebbles, and steep climb down to beach. There was a kiosk above beach for drinks and car park beyond that
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.
Easy to spot from the road, dogs and drivers will find refreshment here. It's a welcoming inn with a comfortable carpetted interior.
A dog walk off the beaten track with big, big views, and a dog-friendly pub with B&B. More than just a doggiestop off the A37 and a hard place to leave when the sun's shining.
Traditional country pub with carpets and shiny horse brasses around the chimney. An easy dog walk with no stiles.
A peaceful location within easy access of the A35. It's perfect for a dog walk, and you'll even find a warm-water dog bath and dryer so your dog can get back in the car in tip-top condition!
When the dog needs a decent walkies and tired drivers need reviving, head here. The forest is a mix of heathland and woodland with lots of path options for easy walking.
A friendly rural pub just seconds off the Dorchester Road, and a very easy off-lead dog walk.
Time to dip into scandals of yesteryear, and all sorts of goings on here. The dog-friendly pub garden is terrific for its view, and this is an easy one to find straight on the A-road.
A doggiestop off the A35 with lots of interest to see, and you can pack it all into a short stop.
Calm and relaxing woodland for a dog walk. Ideal to take a break on a long journey and breath in some good tree energy.
Seaside dog-friendly country dining pub and a circular dog walk with big sea views from the car park. The pub was a smugglers' haunt in the 13th century.
Stunningly pretty and popular cove, with the coast path to let dogs flap their ears in the sea breezes.
National Trust managed nature reserve, with connections to the writer Thomas Hardy. It's a magnificent walk high up on the Downs and a total delight and the dog will be delighted.
Interesting doggiestop with a free English Heritage manor house, dog-friendly pub and a 30 minute circular walk.
We love this combo of dog-friendly pub and the chance to head up to a really atmospheric ancient hill fort with the dog.
One of the very loveliest dog-friendly pubs we've found, and an easy relaxing walk to make your doggiestop a real pleasure.
Relaxed and welcoming eatery which will definitely appeal to foodies with their dogs. You'll find lots of dog walking opportunities as well as the routes we've described here.
Dogs aren't welcome on the front beach at Lyme Regis, and other restrictions apply for the other beaches too. So it was a relief to find a dog-friendly pub at least.
Traditional and dog-friendly pub that's a very short way from the A35, between Bridport and Dorchester.
National Trust owned beach with no restrictions on dogs all year round. The beach car park is on the coast road between Abbotsbury and Burton Bradstock (the B3157).
Hugely popular tourist spot, with dog-friendly pubs and tea rooms and a choice of dog walks. As a doggiestop on your journey this is a much better bet in the winter when it's less crowded.
Fab walking over the headland, and also on the beaches. Dog friendly all year, under control as it's a nature reserve.
On a fine, clear day you can see for miles from this fabulous dog walking spot on the roof of the county. Or you may find yourself hidden in the clouds!
Small community pub with rustic charm. A good outdoorsy atmosphere for country folk.
Rural chic dog-friendly dining pub and hotel with paths and tracks all around. It's as poochie-pawfect as you'll find!
Popular and dog-friendly pub that gets a lot of praise locally for its food. Not at all far from the A35 near Dorchester and a good spot for refreshments and a dog walk too.
Woodland dog walk with clear paths and easy routes through the trees. Plenty to look at and a very helpful visitor centre with interesting information.
Within seconds of Jem leaping out for a sniff at the sea and a bounce on the beach, the rain deluged. The beach is all shingle and we couldn't really see anything of the coast path!
A stile-free dog walk and a very friendly inn with dog-friendly B&B rooms, just off the Salisbury road.
Bramblebush Bay has some nice grassy picnic areas, and free parking along the roadside. Finding a parking space can be exciting on hot weekend days.
Famous because of the so-called Giant carved into the hillside, the best viewing point to see this celebration of manhood is from a well-signed layby on the A352.
A light and bright dog-friendly pub with family appeal and you're welcome for a coffee, snack or a meal.
Magical dog-friendly pub with instant access to walks. Just pawfect. Watch out for the squadron of ducks guarding the car park!
Large heathland with plenty of paths for dogs and humans to enjoy.
Remote and peace part of the forest, with plenty of zoomie space for dogs. No stiles of livestock.
Easy dog walking on a section of the Wessex Ridgeway. Can get busy with bikes at weekends but on a quiet weekday this is really something special.
An historic village with a characterful dog-friendly pub, small shops and tea shops, and an easy walk down to the coast and the S.W. Coast path.
Small village dominated by a large church and close to the Ridgeway long-distance footpath. Dogs and families welcome in the relaxed and friendly pub.
Very pleasant dog-friendly inn at the heart of the village. Ideal for a relaxing break from your journey and with an easy dog walk too.
Just the place for a bracing dog walk on the coast path and a re-charge of your energy levels. The pub here is dog-friendly but the beach is out of bounds in summer.
Relaxed and very dog-friendly 17th century inn with loads of character. And gnomes hiding in the garden.
Over 18s and dogs all welcome at the pub, and loads of off-lead doggie dashing space in the forest before or afterwards.
A quiet hamlet by the River Mangerton makes a lovely place to stop and admire the Dorset countryside.
A good off-lead walk within very easy reach of the A35, and the option for dog-friendly refreshments at a family and dog-friendly pub just a few minutes drive from the walk.
Mostly flat walk alongside the Fleet lagoon from Weymouth to Abbotsbury. Several access points from roads along the way. Ferry bridge to Abbotsburry, 10.5 miles. Not good after wet spell.
Situated in the beautiful village of Puncknowle, close to Chesil beach and five miles from Bridport, West Bay (or 'Broadchurch' if you follow the ITV series!) - The Crown is a traditional thatched...
Upmarket 14th century pub and dog-friendly B&B hidden away in the countryside, and with good walking to enjoy.
A rural hideaway, well worth exploring and maybe even tarrying longer than just a doggiestop. The dog-friendly accommodation looked spotlessly clean and very comfortable indeed.
A stunning piece of ancient history, as well as a great place for a dog walk not far from the A350. Perfect for families, dogs, history enthusiasts and anyone who loves a good view.
Another monumental moment of early community building, popular with local dog walkers. This is one of the best historic places in the country, well up there with Stonehenge.
Doggiestop on the A348, with an easy short walk for car-bound dogs. The pub looks as if it's sinking under the road, but they've put signs and flags out to make the entrance obvious.
Beautiful countryside location with plenty for all the family to enjoy for a whole day, and large enough for long quiet walks.
Lovely dog walk on safe bridle paths, and close to the A354. The pub was closed for its own holidays when we stopped by so it's a bit of an unknown.
Easy to find traditional and dog-friendly pub on the A30 near Shaftesbury.
Wildlife centre with a welcome for dogs, ample parking and easy access to lovely trails across the valley and through meadows. Workshops and courses take place here, as well as access to the reserve.
Homely village pub close to the A350 and with a very easy dog walk starting very close to the car park. No stiles/livestock and ideal for the travel-weary pooch.
Rural small pub with a peaceful feel and a very pleasant beer garden. A good summer stop just a few miles from the A35 near Dorchester.
Friendly, family run public house, welcomes dogs, owners have 2 dogs. Great food, and friendly locals and fantastic views from beer garden
Glorious walk with the dog on the Dorset Downs, with fantastic views. Luckily the walk starts at the top of the hill so no steep climbs involved here.
Easy dog walk close to the airport and the A338. Popular with local dog walkers and a very handy place for a woodland walk just before you reach the coast.
A thatched and pretty Dorset country dining pub. Dog-friendly and a welcoming atmosphere.
Top class dog walk and a lovely old thatched pub to sit outside and enjoy the countryside and bracing air.
A marvellous area of heathland mixed with occasional woodland offering plenty for the intrepid dog to explore. This is really lovely in the summer when the heather is blooming.
Fabulous dog walks from here, and a pretty garden in the traditional dog-friendly pub for refreshments.
Quaint little rural inn with a welcoming feel, blazing fire in winter and outside tables for summer. Dogs get a good welcome here!
Right on the main road this is an easy and dog-friendly pub to spot. Close to the A35 too.
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.
Traditional thatched dog-friendly pub with a short dog walk immediately opposite.
What a find. A livestock and stile free circular dog walk, dog-friendly pub with great food, and a camping meadow for summer weekends.
Quiet and relaxing walk with a dog-friendly pub off the A351.
Popular and dog-friendly village inn in the middle of nowhere between Crewkerne and Beaminster. Some interesting local ales if your passenger is an enthusiast.
Just a short way off the A357 is a dog-friendly pub with a dog walk from the door. The village is idyllic and the perfect place to take a break on a long journey.
Heath land and woods great for free running.
Rural tavern with a bit of a poachers and smugglers feel to it. Not too much space inside, so you may find yourself cuddling up to a Cap'n Jack Sparrow. Fossil museum inside the pub.
A forest dog walk a short drive from Lyme Regis and quite close to the A35 for a cooling stroll with the dog.