Thurcaston dog walks, Leicestershire
There's 250 acres of dog walking in a country park that's still finding its feet. The charm lies in the bits and pieces of history still visible in the park - although they are not over-obvious.
There's 250 acres of dog walking in a country park that's still finding its feet. The charm lies in the bits and pieces of history still visible in the park - although they are not over-obvious.
At first glance this is just another small village with a pub. But as soon as you start to walk around with the dog, it's clear that there are some marvellous moments to be had here.
A doggiestop in this friendly small village near Leicester can really hit the spot for tired drivers and bored dogs. A total change from the cut and thrust of the A6, and almost as close to the A47.
Calm and cooling spot for a dog walk - and no chance of getting lost.
Country park near Leicester, with woodland trails and a windmill. It's based around a traditional farm that was bequeathed to the council to use as a sort of outdoor heritage museum
A really interesting place to take a break for a dog walk if you're on the A6 north of Market Harborough. It's a fun waterside leisure area including a staircase of locks and some very hungry swans.
The dog walk starts from a Georgian coaching pub in a pretty little village. On wet days you'll need wellies to walk across fields.
Welcoming village pub, with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of space for families, and of course dogs.
A warm and friendly country pub with great food and coffee. It's not far from the A6 and easy to make the detour.
Great country park with lots of walks to keep the dog happy.
A sleepy and traditional agricultural village, with a surprisingly large pub.
Relaxed and friendly canal-side centre with facilities and walking routes to historic sites. Good for families, dogs and the curious.