Riverside dog walk where the Saxons sailed, Suffolk
The famous ship burial at Sutton Hoo is the big draw here.
The famous ship burial at Sutton Hoo is the big draw here.
Extraordinary village with purpose built holiday homes completed just before 1914. Today it looks like a film set and is a joy to wander around and channel some early 20th century elegance.
Friendly and welcoming no-frills dog-friendly pub, with the kind of meals you really want after a good walk! Genuine pubby atmosphere.
Sand and pebble, dog friendly all year round with no tide restrictions.
Old fashioned pub serving home cooked food. Specializes in Tapas. Lovely beer garden. Dogs more than welcome but must be on a lead. Always fresh water at the ready.
Fairly close to the A134 and yet in deepest countryside. Very relaxing and with a holiday feel.
Thriving little roadside pub where dogs are given a warm welcome. There's plenty of parking and easy access off the main road.
Friendly and welcoming pub, where the landlord has a mass of local knowledge at his fingertips. Dogs are welcome, and you'll probably encounter locals with their dogs too.
You'll park at the top of a large sloping meadow, with a wood carved monument to the local saint, Botolph. It's a fine place to view the marshes below and listen to the many bird calls.
A wonderful 14th century building houses this dog-friendly inn, and there's a pretty village dog walk too.
Within easy reach of the A12 this attractive thatched and dog-friendly inn makes a good place to take a break or simply meet up with friends.
A 40-minute circular dog walk from a dog-friendly pub, or just a doggie comfort break on the village green. Ideal for a driving break near Saxmundham.
A fabulous dog walking and nature spotting area, with cafe and WCs and free parking for National Trust members.
A chance to take in part of the Suffolk coast path, and get a feel for this slightly eerie and watery world. Wonderful for dogs, and some inspiring buildings and cultural activities.
A good dog-friendly pub that's worth stopping at, and a walk over fields to the bump of a country castle built by the Normans in the 1300s or so.
An interesting beach overlooked by the power station but brilliant for dogs with shingle and sand dunes.
Sand and shingle beach in the middle of town.
A seriously dog-friendly pub on the banks of the River Orwell. Breathe in the fresh sea air (the coast isn't far away) and enjoy a bracing walk along the river bank.
A section of the Sandlings long distance footpath that's very suitable for dogs and the track is well-signed and easy to follow.
A dog-friendly cafe/pub close to an easy stroll over aristocratic parkland makes an attractive spot to stop for a break. You've got the chance here to make all passengers happy.
A lovely varied dog walk off the A14, combining lush woodland with the estuary of the River Orwell. Totally perfect for dogs.
Hardwick Heath is a very popular dog walking space for Bury St Edmunds pooches.
From the road it's impossible to guess at the real size and age of this historic and interesting dog-friendly pub. The garden is large and it feels as if you're sitting alone in the countryside.
Really welcoming village pub, with lots of outdoor space and dog-friendly areas. North of Ipswich and easy to find from the A12.
A small village with postcard views whichever way you look. The church you'll walk past was painted several times by Constable and the village got a mention in the Domesday Book.
Plenty to entertain drivers, families and dogs here, with a dog-friendly castle where Mary Tudor went for glory, a choice of dog-friendly pubs and an historic town with brightly painted houses.
A marvellous village with a castle, two dog-friendly pubs and best of all a fantastically atmospheric dog walk beside the river. Definitely worth a visit for a taste of Suffolk.
A real hideaway of a long sandy beach with no dog restrictions on the beach itself, and a locals' hidden gem.
An award winning and dog-friendly pub, set in a quintessentially Suffolk village. Expect to see thatched cottages in abundance and an enormous church, with a gloriously crooked house next to it.
A car park, cafe, clean WCs and a choice of fabulous walks in a near hidden gem on the river. Excellent fish and chips in the cafe.
Stunning 600-year old building, complete with priesthole, witch marks and incredible timbers. It's dog-friendly of course, and well worth a visit just to soak in the atmosphere.
As well as a long, long beach with loads of dogs and no restrictions, you could also take a boat trip here. Or take the seasonal foot ferry to nearby Walberswick.
A wonderful pub in a rural part of Sussex which seems to epitomise the England of dreams. It is close to Newmarket and needs to be visited for some relaxing downtime.
A gentle woodland walk through a nature reserve. Birds were singing loud Spring songs when we were here and it's a pleasant short walk and change of scene.
Great forest walks just off the A11 in Thetford Forest Park. Very popular with dog walkers and has a small free carpark, with other parking available in laybys along the road.
A chance for a quiet and relaxing walk with the dog in gentle woodland with many small paths to follow. A dog-friendly pub is a short drive away.
A handy place to stop for a picnic without needing to drive in circles on narrow country lanes.
Dog-friendly pub with a focus on locally sourced food and a wonderful place to return to after exploring the surrounding countryside.
Very pretty roadside inn and grill with a traditional thatched roof and a big welcome for dogs.
Truly in the heart of Suffolk, this village boasts a very friendly pub. If you are here at Easter you may witness the Race of the Boggmen which will amuse the kids and bemuse the dog.
The building here is almost ridiculously old, they've been pulling pints for over 600 years or so. Dogs are welcome and it's worth a visit to admire the woodwork alone!
The riverside location, warm welcome and fine selection of cask ales make this traditional village pub, a great destination.
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 fine place for a family and dog break where there's something to please everyone. At first you see the cafe and fun children's play area, and then you realise that there's a lot more going on here.
Thoroughly pleasant pub with a pretty garden and terrace, and it's very popular with local dog walkers. We stopped by for a morning coffee and found a very chatty and friendly coffee-house atmosphere.
A long straight path through ancient woodland is the perfect way to wind down during a long journey. Perfect for dogs and kids, and very quiet.
A charming slice of Suffolk history here, with fine buildings built on the profits of the wool trade. If you visit the National Trust house then dogs have to be on leads because of the sheep.
Pretty and dog-welcoming village inn, with friendly and efficient service. It feels like a world away from busy Ipswich.
A very friendly pub in the middle of Suffolk where dogs and people are warmly welcome. This is a pub specialising in vegetarian and vegan food and very delicious it is too.
A more open part of the forest, with broader paths and plenty of space for dogs to run around.
Dogs welcome all year round.
A 17th century coaching inn in the middle of an attractive village. This is a great place to base yourself when exploring the surrounding and dogs can stay overnight too.
A peaceful nature reserve where you can relax and enjoy the sounds of birdsong and chirruping insects. It's a delightful spot for a gentle stroll with the dog and a picnic.
To be fair, dogs aren't exactly the priority here. But - Jem got a fabulous welcome wherever we went, and this is a lovely place to take a break from the A14 in summer.
An easy stroll along the side of an enormous reservoir, absolutely one of the easiest walks to navigate - you can't possibly get lost! This is quite close to Junction 56 of the A14
Really close to the A14 Junction 51, this is a handy stop with the dog. There's plenty of off-lead stretching space, and dogs can sniff in a nice mix of grass and rougher wildflower banks.
There's a lot more going on here than you may think at first. The park has over 200 acres, and the high point for us was the arboretum, with some totally stunning trees.
National Trust property with extensive grounds. There are restrictions for dogs, however this still leaves a massive amount of walkies space. This is within easy reach of Junction 42 of the A14.
A country park with easy to follow walkies for dogs.
It's almost impossible to miss the advertising for Elveden on every major road nearby.
A totally extraordinary collection of sights and sounds here, with the docks behind you and a nature reserve with historic national defences dating from Henry VIII ahead.
Awesome big skies, and an almost end-of-the-world feel to this beach walk with marshes behind. Good pub, and also a cafe with perfect fish and chips.
A lovely expanse of heathland which is great for dogs. This is part of the large network of nature reserves Suffolk and dogs should be on leads during bird nesting times, roughly March to August.
A short dog walk starting from the approach road to the golf club. Unlike the other dog walk for junction 57, this walk is flat, shorter and much easier for anyone with a buggy and dog.
Historic coaching inn set in a very attractive village, and a great place for a doggiestop just off the A12. If you're staying nearby the pub has an excellent reputation for its food.
Popular, dog-friendly and all-round nice welcoming pub with some good walks from the door. The roadside verges and hedgerows around here are just bursting with life and flowers in summer.
Forestry Commission forest with its very own UFO trail, created to celebrate UFO sightings in the 1980s. Plenty of other paths also available and this is a fabulous family and dog walking space.
Award-winning and dog-friendly gastro-pub just off the A12. A tip-top doggiestop for very lucky dogs and drivers.
Rural inn with a friendly welcome and a marvellous dog walk from the door.
Popular dog-friendly inn that's close to the coast path and also not that far away from the A12 for a doggiestop. Narrow lanes to get there.
Lots of room for dogs to go nuts in the woods, and easy paths to follow. This part of Suffolk is blessed with excellent dog walks, and this is one of our favourites.
A big rustic pub with a sea view and easy access to a great dog walk. This is a fab pitstop on the A12, or just for time-out if you're in the area.
Atmospheric village pub and a comfortable place to spend some time. The staff all seem to love dogs and you may have to drag Fido away when the time comes for walkies.
A really popular pub on the banks of the River Deben. This is an amazing place if you enjoy watching people playing around in boats. The dog walk is splendid too.
Unmissable. An excellent place for a dog walk, with the bonus of some of England's most iconic landscape.
Beccles is a centre for boating on the Broads, and you'll see boats of all shapes and sizes moored along the quays here.
If driver and dog are short on a leg stretch, this is a great place to stop and not too far from the A14.
A really good sized forest where dogs can happily run off-lead and have a brilliant time.
A large and hospitable dog-friendly pub sitting opposite a church, and both seemingly deserted by the village you'd expect to find here.
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 gloriously rambling Victorian pub, almost hidden under some rampant wisteria. Dogs are welcome and there's a pretty shaded garden for hot days.
A really friendly pub in the middle of Ipswich where dogs are as welcome as people. With a lovely park for walkies nearby, this is an oasis in the heart of a busy town.
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!
A chance to take a walk with the dog and visit this country pub set in a very pretty riverside village.
A very hospitable seaside town for dogs and their owners, with plenty of walking space on the beach and two dog-friendly pubs with rooms, and cafes as well. Terrific, especially when the sun shines.
Easy walking in the forest, and a great spot for a picnic too. Ideal family stop and plenty of parking.
A 12th century thatched dog-friendly inn, with a lovely atmosphere and good food. Watch your head on the beams if you're a bit tall.
Wonderful combo of riverside dog walk, dog-friendly pub and the feeling you've taken a step out of the everyday world (in a good way!).
Southwold beach has summer restrictions for dogs, so head instead for the dog-friendly Denes - north of the main beach.
Picture perfect dog-friendly pub on the River Waveney, and just the place for spending a hot summer's afternoon.
Enormous and highly dog-friendly beach all year round.
Dogs welcome all year round. It's a great beach to walk along - we didn't let Jem swim as there seemed to be quite an undertow and he's not a strong swimmer.
Dogs are welcome on all of the beach in winter, and for the central beach area there are designated dog areas between May 1st and September 30th. These are signed and easy to find.
This is a small but beautiful riverside park and has the remains of a Norman motte and bailey castle, although there's not much left to see. Plenty of dog walks here and it's an ideal place to relax.
Glorious heathland on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. The River Ouse is nearby, and this is a great place for short or long walks.
This is a delightful rural break in the grounds of a former stately house. The park itself is quite large and the network of paths takes you through varied aspects of the grounds.
A very quiet satellite of the larger (& more mountain bike full) Thetford Forest nearby.
An enormous Forestry Commission run forest park, with plenty for dogs, kids and walkers to enjoy.
Joyful open space where dogs can just go nuts.
We saw on the map that Bungay had a castle.