Dog Friendly Walks in the UK

Glen Affric is the most beautiful glen in Scotland; this full loch circuit through ancient Caledonian pinewoods delivers exceptional off-lead walking, unlimited loch swimming and total Highland immersion.

A walk to one of Wales' most impressive waterfalls through a dramatic mountain valley, with the foothills loop adding variety.

A wild and dog friendly clifftop walk on the very tip of the Llyn Peninsula with views to Bardsey Island, the Wicklow Mountains and the Irish Sea.

A spectacular National Trust waterfall with winding woodland paths and high viewpoints over Ullswater, a dog friendly favourite.

A magical circuit through ancient Caledonian pines to a strikingly green lochan with high off-lead potential; the remote bothy adds character and the forest floor is endlessly engaging for dogs.

The most westerly point on mainland Britain rewards the journey with exceptional coastal wildlife, open off-lead moorland and Atlantic views south to Mull and north to Rum and Eigg.

Vast and dramatic sands beneath iconic Bamburgh Castle, with enough space that even busy days feel manageable.

Dog friendly Northumberland coast loop from beneath Bamburgh Castle round Stag Rock to Budle Bay's wading-bird estuary, mostly off-lead with castle views throughout.

The summit plateau above one of Scotland's most spectacular mountain passes gives an outstanding open moorland walk with big views west over the Inner Sound.

Britain's first National Nature Reserve offers a demanding mountain trail through ancient Caledonian pinewoods and up quartzite scree to breathtaking viewpoints over Loch Maree and the Torridon peaks.

The iconic Aberdeenshire summit walk up Mither Tap from the Bennachie Visitor Centre, rewarding dogs and owners with a big Iron Age hill fort and enormous views.

A gentle stroll among towering redwoods and ancient oaks with excellent off-lead potential; one of the most accessible and rewarding short walks in the New Forest.