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rattanachronicles-blog · 6 years ago

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Dedicated to my sweet family

SET THE SCENE

I’ve been on my fair share of cruises – Hawaii, Caribbean, and another Alaskan cruise by Holland Cruise lines – and thus, I think I can safely say that I have had enough comparison to write a pretty good review on a cruise ship. The Bliss is the newest and biggest ship to sail the Alaskan waters and I will say it definitely lives up to its ship name. But before I go into the ship, let me give you a snapshot of beautiful Alaska.

Cerulean blue waters with hints of green flow around the gorgeous state of Alaska. The skies alternate between clear blue and a light gray and there is a chill in the air that is a profound welcomed relief from the humid heat of Texas (where I’m from). The air is devoid of heavy pollution and car traffic fumes and every city has its quiet charm. Salmon in every shape and color climb the salmon ladders while bald eagles dominate the skies.

The cold air is contrasted by a hot cup of chowder in chilled hands. One of the little things in life is having your insides immediately warmed by sip of a hot latte. Or being in the middle of a forest surrounded by trees connected together by fairy lights while roasting marshmallows over a large fire.

The most brilliant sharp icy blue glaciers and its pieces float enchantingly and menacingly in the waters. Whales swim by, peaking their heads and showing off their tails as cruisers lean over, awed, with binoculars. Waterfalls bloom out of the sides of mountains with the force of the water creating a thunderous sound.

This state is so breathtaking in every way.

THE BASICS

Time of Travel: July Type of Travel: Family

THE SHIP

Size: While Bliss is definitely not the biggest cruise ship in the world, it definitely appears like the biggest ship on the Alaskan waters when all the ships are parked next to each other at the ports. It’s impressive to see from afar and to walk up to when returning from the city.

We saw so many whales from our cruise ship windows! Not the best photo but I got too excited and eventually put away my camera to just enjoy the magnificent sights

Exterior Décor: The front of the ship is beautifully decorated and my brother and I joked that the artwork definitely invited all the whales to swim up near our ship. I was honestly so surprised by how many whales I saw on the cruise – definitely more than the last time I was in Alaska. The front of the ship is illustrated with the wildlife of the ocean – whales, turtles, and rays. It’s the perfect artwork for a cruise ship.

Interior Décor: The inside of the ship is also tastefully ornamented. In the center of the ship is a gorgeous glass-appearing staircase that wraps around and glitters in the light. The hot tubs are purposefully placed at the tail end of the ship and on the sides so there is a clear view of the ocean. Every room is carefully constructed to its theme.

Service: The staff on the ship is 5/5 stars. They are so incredibly friendly and accommodating and always willing to strike up a good conversation with you but they also know when to leave you alone as well. They always have a smile for you and their response to everything is quick. They all come from different countries around the world and it is fascinating to hear their stories and everywhere they have traveled!

THINGS TO DO ON THE SHIP

Observation Lounge: Located at the front of the ship, this area was one of my favorite areas on the ship. Decked out in large windows showcasing the beauty of Alaska, the lounge is full of comfy arm chairs and the best part? The bar in the middle as well as two buffets of tea time food fully stocked with finger sandwiches, salads, and desserts. On the days at sea, it’s the perfect area to chill with family and friends, play cards, and observe the Alaskan magnificence without being in the cold.

The Pool and Aqua Park: On one of the top decks of the ship is the pool and the incredible water slides on the ship. There is one water slide where you slide down in rafts and there is one thrilling slide that literally hangs over the ocean! There is a fun area where the kids congregate and hot tubs that dot the sides of the ship as well as the rear end. I highly recommend chilling in the hot tubs at the rear so you can see the full view of the ocean behind you as the ship sails.

Race Track: Yes, this ship has a whole level dedicated to a race track where you can race your family and friends either in a single cart or a double seater cart.

TIP: Book your reservations before you get onto the ship! My family and I did not realize that seats were limited so we did not get to try out this part of the cruise.

It does cost a small fee per drive

Mini Golf

Laser Tag: a small fee

Bliss Casino

Video Arcade

Bowling Alley: a small two lane bowling alley. It gets busy really fast! A small fee

Entourage Teen Club: a haven away from the parents – this place has video games, music, movies!

Fitness Center: this fitness center is legit. There is a running track outside and every machine and weight you could possibly need for a week long cruise.

Guppies: A great area for parents and their kids. Many interactive activities

Hair Salon

Plenty of Spas

Mandara Spa and Salon

Spa Salt Room – natural salt caves – halotherapy

Spa Snow Room – an ice cold arctic environment

Spa Thermal Suite

SHOWS

My favorite thing about cruises is the kind of night time entertainment the ship provides meaning the evening shows. I would say my review for this ship’s shows is probably a 4/5 stars in comparison to the other ships I’ve been on. The best shows I’ve seen on a ship still goes to Allure of the Seas, but this ship definitely provides a great entertainment and truly hats off to the hard working actresses and actors!

Happy Hour Prohibition: The Musical – $30 per person. This musical is set in a speakeasy and set in the Prohibition Era. My family and I chose not to see this one just because there was a fee and plenty of other free shows to see

Jersey Boys – such a great show about Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

Havana – set at The Palace of Lights, this show brings you the beat and culture of Cuba (takes me back to my time in the Cuban capital!)

The great bands on the ship that play across different bars and lounges

Plenty of comedy shows – make sure you book when you get on the ship!

SHIP ROOM

My family of four booked two separate rooms without ocean views. I always encourage people that if you go on a cruise, try to book rooms with ocean views but obviously if it’s not affordable or available, then it is definitely not the end of the world. I only encourage ocean views for two reasons. One, I think it really helps with orientation to time and feeling as though you are not holed up on the ship. A window or a balcony brings light, views, and a breath of fresh air.

But like I said before, if you can’t get a room with ocean views, then it is completely okay too! My family got non-ocean view rooms and we were completely satisfied. The rooms were on the smaller side (but to be expected with cruise ships), but they were clean. The beds were super comfortable and could be put together or turned into two beds. The TV has a huge list of movies to buy but also a great select of TV channels that plays a cycle of movies depending on genre (action, romance, drama).

Nothing better than opening the door to your room and finding complimentary champagne!

BARS AND LOUNGES

There are so many bars and lounges on the ship and they are all excellent. So many options to choose from that I didn’t even get a chance to make it to all of them

Atrium Bar: This is the center of the ship and where a lot of the main ship’s entertainment occurs. There is a stage area and a movie screen where there are nightly movies and hilarious game shows.

Horizon Lounge

Humidor Cigar Lounge

Maltings Whiskey Bar

Mixx Bar

Skyline Bar

Social Comedy and Night Club

Spice H2O – the pool bar

Sugarcane Mojito Bar

The A-List Bar

The Cavern Club

The District Brew House

Vide Beach Club

THE FOOD

The Local: The 24hr pub experience! The two pros of this place is that it is open 24 hrs, the food is free, and there is a great view of the Atrium Bar stage meaning you can eat and watch entertainment one floor below

The Dining Rooms: There are three dining rooms on the ship that you can eat lunch and dinner at. Unlike the other cruises I’ve been on where you had to make reservations ahead of time and to eat at an assigned time, this cruise gives you the liberty to go whenever you would like. Because there are several dining rooms, there is always plenty of space at any time and thus you can dine on your own schedule.

Every day, there is a menu posted outside the dining rooms. You don’t have to look at each of the dining rooms’ menus because they are all the same. The menu does change for lunch and dinner every day

My mom was a bit disappointed that there was no true formal night with a lobster dish as we have found on other cruise ships

The Garden Café Buffet: I have to say that usually I am not a fan of the cruise buffets. The food usually is sub-par, but I have to say I was mildly impressed with the menu at this buffet. My family and I actually ended up eating here more than the dining rooms because of the expansive options and the ever changing menu.

There are hamburger/hot dog stations, Indian food station, a hot food station that changes every day according to the theme, Italian station, cold cuts station, Asian food station, salad station, and a huge dessert station

For drinks, there is a bar and non-alcoholic beverages such as tea, coffee, and different flavored waters

Room Service: This is complimentary and 24hrs a day but there is a service fee!

Restaurants (not complementary)

Ocean Blue – Seafood

Los Lobos – Mexican

Food Republic – Fusion

Cagney’s Steakhouse

Coco’s – Chocolate, Crepes

Dolce Gelato

Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at Sea

La Cucina – Italian

Le Bistro – French

Q – Texas BBQ

Teppanyaki

The Bake Shop

Starbucks

Tea Time Snacks

Room service juice with my champagne to make mimosas

PROS AND CONS

Pros

The last Alaskan cruise I went on seemed catered to adults, but I was pleasantly surprised to see that this cruise really catered to family and the young kids.

Flexible dining room schedule

Plenty of activities on the ship

Friendly staff

Entertaining game shows that allows most of the ship guests to interact with each other

The buffet food is better than the other cruise ships I’ve sailed with

They have a package that every room gets on the ship – meaning that your price of the cruise comes with every ship getting a certain amount off at each excursion per port or a drinking ticket in which all the alcoholic beverages were free

They were also very big on hygiene and sanitizers

Cons

No main lobster dish

Not a true formal night on the ship (this is a pro or con depending on what your opinion of this is)

Most of the activities on the ship came with a small fee

The room service food was definitely not as good in quality as the rest of the food on the ship

ITINERARY

Detailed itineraries on how to do each port coming soon!

Seattle, Washington

Ketchikan, Alaska

Juneau, Alaska

Skagway, Alaska

Victoria, BC

Basically, I highly recommend this cruise as your first way of exploring Alaska!

Happy Traveling!

— Monica

The Bliss Alaskan Cruise by Norwegian Cruise Line – The Full Review: Following the Whales #travel #travelblog #wander #travelblogger #alaska #alaskancruise #ncl Dedicated to my sweet family SET THE SCENE I’ve been on my fair share of cruises – Hawaii, Caribbean, and another Alaskan cruise by Holland Cruise lines – and thus, I think I can safely say that I have had enough comparison to write a pretty good review on a cruise ship.

#alaska #alaskan cruise #cruise life #dallas blogger #itinerary #ncl #norwegian cruise line #the bliss #Travel #travel blog #travel blogger #travel bug #travel guide #wander #wanderlust

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nic-and-annie-in-france · 5 years ago

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October Break: Hiking in UK and Ireland

Since we had kind of reached our fill of big cities, museums, and palaces last year, the trip I planned for our first vacation this year mostly focused on hiking and sightseeing in nature. Did you know that the British usually say “walking” when Americans would say “hiking”? I think they’re just being modest.

It was nice to be around our fellow English-speakers for a change. However, in Scotland and Ireland, I sometimes had more difficulty understanding English spoken with the regional accents than I would have understanding French!

This was our itinerary:

Day 1: Traveling Aix-les-Bains > Chambéry > Geneva > London Luton Airport > Oxford

Day 2: The Cotswolds AONB (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty)

Day 3: Sightseeing in Oxford, traveling Oxford > Manchester

Day 4: The Peak District

Day 5: Traveling Manchester > Kendal, Sightseeing in the Lake District

Day 6: The Lake District

Day 7: Traveling Kendal > Glasgow, lunch with K+A, relaxing (I had planned for us to visit Loch Lomond but a combination of lack of planning, gloomy weather, and fatigue made us nix it)

Day 8: Scottish Highlands

Day 9: Sightseeing in Edinburgh, traveling Glasgow > Belfast (via ferry)

Day 10: Giant’s Causeway

Day 11: Traveling Belfast > Dublin > Galway, sightseeing in Galway

Day 12: Connemara National Park

Day 13: Cliffs of Moher, traveling Galway > Cork

Day 14: Killarney National Park

Day 15: Traveling Cork > London Heathrow > Geneva > Culoz > Aix-les-Bains

And here are our miles walked over that time:

The weather/the season. The extended forecast for the UK and Ireland before we left showed rain every single day. However, we only got rained on less than half the time! I knew it was too much to ask for a repeat of the miraculously sunny vacation we had in Paris/Normandy in February, but I was still happy with the amount of dry weather we had. We also had the good fortune of being there to see the fall colors at their very best. Even our rainy and foggy days were enjoyable because of the cozy autumn ambiance.

Going car-less. I was worried that we would have trouble getting out to the trailheads if we relied solely on public buses and trains, but it mostly turned out to be fine. Let’s just say that in our experience, the British transport systems are much more punctual than the Irish ones! Riding instead of driving gave us both the opportunity to relax and enjoy the scenery as we traveled from place to place. Buses and trains in the area almost always had wifi or USB charging onboard (or both), which was an extra bonus because it alleviated my anxieties about missing our stop (we could follow the bus on Google Maps) and/or about my phone dying.

Walkers’ rights and public rights of way. In planning for the trip, I learned that in England, walkers/hikers have organized into formal clubs and won the legal right to have public footpaths and “rights of way” all over the country. I’m still kind of unclear on how this works legally (I googled “Can you just walk anywhere in England,” it didn’t help much), but we took full advantage of these walkers’ rights during our time in the region. We took paths that went through practically infinite sheep pastures, climbing over stiles or letting ourselves through cattle gates as necessary. I think it’s so nice that the country allows people to access the natural beauty of the countryside in a way that really doesn’t harm people’s private property much at all. The sheep never seemed to mind us, after all. It was great to have access to all these places, but even better was the way the English culture has helped to facilitate and accommodate walkers on their journeys. On several different websites I was able to find not only maps of hiking routes, but detailed turn-by-turn instructions for the routes which kept me, a navigationally challenged person, on the right path every time.

No buses in the Cotswolds. Blackberries. Our first hiking day was a Sunday, and no public buses run in the Cotswolds AONB on Sundays. We therefore had to rely on trains alone to reach a trailhead, so our options for starting and ending points were limited. We found a suitable out-and-back trail running from a village called Moreton-in-Marsh to another one called Stow-on-the-Wold. The map and instructions I found for it listed everything in kilometers instead of miles, so when I saw the distance involved, I assumed it wouldn’t be that much in miles without ever actually bothering to do the calculation. By the time we got back to our Airbnb in the evening, we had walked about 17 miles. Oops. Fortunately, our route that day had us pass by lots of hedgerows, and lots of those hedgerows had blackberries growing in them. At first we were hesitant to eat any of them, but as we walked further and further, and our stomachs got hungrier and hungrier, we were eating them by the handful. I’m still not sure whether to feel guilty about this; the blackberries didn’t belong to us, but the sheep in the adjacent pasture could never have reached them, and it seemed pretty unlikely that anyone was growing them on purpose. All I know is that these possibly-sinful blackberries sustained us on our accidentally super long trek that day, and we were both very thankful for them.

The bus at the Lake District. Bus tickets in the Lake District were not sold per ride, but per day, and they were pretty expensive. I was sad we had to pay so much just to get from one town to the next. They turned out to be one of the best value parts of our whole trip! First of all, a ride that is only 25 miles as the crow flies takes an hour and a half. Make it round trip and that makes three whole hours of your day. This sounds like the ride would be tedious and boring, but with the jaw-dropping scenery to look at the whole time, it was so much fun. I listened to The Prisoner of Azkaban on audiobook the whole time and tried to take pictures out the dirty bus window, nudging Nicolas every 30 seconds to show him another beautiful mountainside or lake. The icing on the cake was that the bus driver on the second day gave us a discount for our tickets!

Lunch with K+A. K and I usually check in with each other at the beginning of each school break to see what the other one’s plans are. On our second night, K texted me saying they were in Ireland and planned to go to Scotland later in the week. I told her it sounded like we were doing the same trip, just traveling in opposite directions. Sure enough, we realized that we would all be in Glasgow at the same time, so we planned to have lunch together. K suggested a restaurant where we could eat a three-course meal for £10 apiece, so we went there and caught up on our school years so far and compared notes on our travel itineraries. They had to catch a train soon after their meal, so we didn’t get to hang out for long, but it was nice to see some friendly faces in an unexpected place.

The ferry. We opted to take a ferry instead of a plane from Glasgow to Belfast. I expected that we would have to stand out in the dark and cold for two hours as we waited to arrive in Northern Ireland. The ferry turned out to be more like a cruise ship than the little Valley View ferry I’m used to. We sat in a huge lounge with lots of comfy armchairs and took a nap as we waited to reach the other side of the sea. There were at least two restaurants on board, and there was one room with a large TV where we were warned not to sit because the ferry was expecting four hundred soccer hooligans to come watch a game there. I also saw a sign for a Swedish spa on a different deck. It was a really cool way to travel—I wished the ride had been a bit longer!

Molly the pub dog and George the hostel cat. One of the things we miss most about home is the availability of our friends’ and families’ pets to play with and snuggle. It’s rare that we feel comfortable enough to interact with a stranger’s cat or dog over here. But after another hike in poor weather in Ireland, we stopped in a pub that happened to have a border collie named Molly curled up in front of the fire. As we sipped our coffee, Molly periodically got up from her spot by the fire and visited the tables of the people in the pub. We showered her with so much affection that she laid down under our table and let us rub her belly (excuse the poor quality picture). One of the hostels we stayed at had a permanent resident in George, the ginger cat who was usually found curled up on a window seat in the hallway. Whenever we came across him we gave him a quick pat too.

Traditional foods. Since Great Britain and Ireland are typically colder and rainier than France, their food is typically cozier and heartier. We had bangers and mash, scotch pie, haggis, fish and chips, English breakfasts, Irish stew, black pudding, and steak and ale pie. Yum on all counts.

Non-traditional foods. We were walking to our Airbnb in Manchester when a poster for Taco Bell caught our eye. Although McDonald’s, KFC, and Burger King are commonplace in Europe, we’ve never seen a Taco Bell. We immediately made plans to locate the TB and give it a try, and our dinner there the next evening didn’t disappoint. Although we had to pay about twice as much for it as we do at home, it was worth it to taste our favorite American comfort food so far from home. We also ate an entire Domino’s pizza in a public bus station. I felt like a criminal the whole time, but it was tasty.

Irish music. I love traditional Irish music. In grad school, I had a Spotify playlist of jigs and reels that was perfect for studying to because it was upbeat enough to keep me awake but instrumental enough that the lyrics wouldn’t distract me. We spent the last night of the trip in an Irish bar in Cork where musicians had gathered to play trad music. Music in a cheery pub was a nice complement to a day spent on a cold, rainy walk, as well as a perfect conclusion to our whole vacation.

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perthdogcafes-blog · 5 years ago

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Dog Friendly Hotels in the Peak District

Simply because you want to take your dog on holiday with you, does not imply you have to slum it in a tent! There are many 3* and 4* hotels in the Peak District that are completely pleased to accept your 4 legged buddy as a guest.

Here are a collection of a few of the dog friendly hotels inside the Peak District:

Biggin

Biggin Hall features a nation residence really feel about it. Situated within the idyllic village of Biggin, it has been sympathetically restored to it really is 17th Century glory. Dog friendly accommodation is presented to customers wishing to bring their dogs, and is obtainable on the ground floor for quick access. The hotel has beautiful grounds and there are many local walks nearby which includes the Tissington trail, just a short walk away. Afternoon tea is advised following a lovely stroll together with your dog - or you could desire to do it the other way round to walk off all those calories!!

Hartington

A historic 17 bedroom hotel situated in the heart of the fairly village of Hartington. They're delighted to accept pets and hold particular rooms allocated for going to dogs. You can find also dog friendly pubs inside the village if you want some range plus the nearby youth hostel features a dog friendly coffee shop. The area is surrounded by gorgeous walks and is ideally placed for any walking vacation along with your dog.

Buxton

Known as the oldest hotel in England! It was one time host to Mary Queen of Scots. Dogs and pets are welcome. It really is sited just across the road from Buxton Opera residence and opposite a attractive Dog Cafe where you could walk your dog - though it'll have to be on a lead. That you are nonetheless only minutes away inside the vehicle in the Goyt Valley that is a excellent walking location and also a dog's paradise. You are going to nonetheless must observe the countryside code and preserve the dog on a lead in locations where there might be nesting birds. See the Dog Friendly Peak District web-site for extra information.

Lee Wood Hotel

An additional country property style hotel with it's own gardens. This dog friendly hotel is situated just a few minutes stroll in the Peak District town of Buxton, and close to Buxton Opera property as well as the Pavillion gardens. After again, you are a short car drive from the Goyt Valley and the myriad of walks in that area. Dogs are allowed within the bedrooms but not public places exactly where there's likely to be meals and drink. There is certainly also an £8.50 one off charge.

Alison Park Hotel

This hotel is a short walk away in the Pavillion Gardens, exactly where you may take your dog for a walk by way of the stunning parkland. You happen to be also a couple of minutes walk from Grinlow Woods close to Pooles Cavern, which can be a excellent spot for dogs to run around off the lead. There's also a dog friendly cafe at Pooles Cavern, where you can get a bacon butty and coffee after your morning walk!

The Palace Hotel

The Palace hotel is an iconic landmark in Buxton. It can be situated in an elevated position overlooking Buxton. This Victorian Hotel is situated in 5 acres of grounds and whilst it truly is close for the town centre it is actually also only a quick drive away from the spectacular Goyt Valley, where there are many good dog walks.

Grindleford

The Maynard

The Maynard can be a newly refurbished dog friendly hotel in the Peak District and boasts spectacular views. The bedrooms have already been decorated by a neighborhood interior designer, and furnished inside a modern modern style. The rooms are finished to an incredibly high typical and contain super king sized beds and plasma screens with satellite Tv. The rooms also have Wi-fi online connections to add that further high tech touch. The Maynard in Grindleford launched a range of dog friendly walks, with every stroll beginning and finishing in the Maynard, so on completion man and his most effective pal can both enjoy a effectively deserved drink. The hotel is dog-friendly, so your pooch can remain overnight in boutique hotel luxury at the same time. Information for this section in the article has been sourced . Additional information on dog friendly walks is often discovered there.

Matlock Bath

Hodgkinson's Hotel

A totally restored grade two listed Victorian house, with eight individually made rooms with en suite facilities. Award winning restaurant and included within the Fantastic Hotel Guide 2010. They're a dog friendly hotel and welcome households and pets. Hodgkinsons is usually a rare surviving example of a fine historic grade II listed hotel. Dating from 1770, it has retained a wealth of its' original capabilities and has views from the bedrooms on the river Derwent, the steep, wooded valley sides and sheer, dramatic limestone crags opposite, make Hodgkinson's a perfect place for any quick vacation break to learn the delights of Derbyshire and also the Peak District.

Rowsley

The Peacock

The Peacock at Rowsley is often a tiny luxury dog friendly hotel positioned within the popular Peak District within the heart of England, and conveniently close towards the significant towns of Chesterfield, Sheffield, Manchester, Nottingham and Derby. Owned by Lord Edward Manners, owner of nearby Haddon Hall, the hotel has been refurbished throughout and styled by award winning designer India Mahdavi. Dogs are welcome to keep within the bedrooms at a charge of £10.00 per dog, per night. They may be not nonetheless allowed in any from the public locations, i.e. restaurant, bar or lounge but are welcome in the garden. Particulars of all these dog friendly hotels might be found on the Dog Friendly Peak District website. You'll be able to come across the internet site address at the finish of this short article. Wishing you a pleasant dog friendly take a look at for the Peak District.

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awkwardlyamusing-blog · 5 years ago

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These amazing dog walks all start and end with a pub!

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These amazing dog walks all start and end with a pub!

A new book promises dog-walking routes through Derbyshire beauty spots – all of which start and end with an excellent pub.

The guide by Peter Naldrett features 20 different walks from all over our beautiful county.

Mr Naldrett designed the walks in order to showcase some of the hidden gems that only Derbyshire locals know about.

He also wanted to ensure that your dogs can enjoy as much off-lead time as possible. Although, he warns, there will be sections when your pet may have to go on the lead for a brief period.

And of course, the author has crafted the walks to make sure you can get a pint in at a lovely, dog-friendly pub.

He says: “The outdoors is a wonderful place, for you, your friends and family and your pet.

“Get out into the Peak District as often as you can. I hope you enjoy these walks from dog-friendly pubs.”

We’ve picked just three of the walks but the full book is available to purchase from www.countrysidebooks.co.uk for £8.99 . All the text below is sourced from the guide, which is named Derbyshire & the Peak District Dog Friendly Pub Walks.

Carsington and The Miners Arms – 8.3 miles

Carsington Reservoir, Derbyshire (Image: Getty Images)

A glorious walk around one of the most scenic stretches of water in Derbyshire, this is a popular walk for dog owners and passes a wide range of facilities.

Although Carsington is an extremely important site for storing the water needed by people in the English Midlands, many people who arrive at the Visitor Centre are here for the animals living on and around the reservoir itself.

Much of this area has been designated a nature reserve and there is good reason for it. The place is often teeming with wildlife and attracts plenty of interest from both serious birdwatchers and those who simply enjoy a quiet, thriving natural environment.

At the Visitor Centre there’s the opportunity to hire a pair of binoculars and see which species you spot out on the water, in the skies and around the surrounding ponds and reed beds.

How to get there: The village of Carsington is found to the north of Carsington Water, following signs off the B5035. The Miners Arms is in the centre of the village.

Sat nav: DE4 4DE.

Parking: There is free roadside parking at the centre of Carsington village.

OS Map: OL24 The Peak District White Peak Area. Grid ref: SK252533.

About The Miners Arms

The Miners Arms is in the centre of Carsington village where wellbehaved dogs will get a friendly welcome.

The pub benefits from its location in two ways, firstly because it’s found in such a picturesque and attractive place but also because it’s right next to the popular circular footpath that takes people around the reservoir.

A family-run free house, dogs are invited to join guests in both the main bar and in the snug, making sure there are plenty of options for dog walkers who want to chill out after a lengthy walk.

There is also a range of doggy snacks available behind the bar. On warmer days, there’s a good sized beer garden at the back of the pub to enjoy the sun.

Terrain: Well established paths, with some steep slopes.

Time: 3hrs.

Livestock: Possibility of livestock in areas.

Stiles: None.

Nearest vets: Derwent Valley Vets, Boat House Inn, 110 Dale Rd, Matlock, DE4 3PP.

The walk

1. As you face the Miners Arms pub, turn to the right and continue along the road. There’s a turn to the left and you should follow signs for the cycle route 547. Still following the road, head up a small hill and then begin a descent once you reach the brow.

2. At the main B5035 road, carefully cross over and take the road opposite that sits slightly to the left. Continue straight on along this road and then take the track on the right signed for the Visitor Centre.

This track is easy to follow and Carsington Water soon appears on the left. You’re about to complete an anti-clockwise circuit of the reservoir and should follow the signs for the circular walk. The track you’re on eventually comes to a larger one, where you turn right and head through a conservation area. At the next track, turn right again, sticking to the circular route.

There’s a slight incline here and wind turbines come into view straight ahead. Follow the route through two steep left-hand turns. When you come to a junction of paths, head right and follow signs for the Visitor Centre.

3. When you arrive at the Visitor Centre, you may like to explore. There are toilet facilities, along with a range of small shops and a café. When you’re ready, press on beyond the Visitor Centre and playground, picking up the path again. The signs now point to the dam wall and the sailing club. When you reach the sailing club, you need to cross over the road and then pick up the path at the other side on the way to the dam wall.

4. Once you’re at the wall, turn left onto it and follow it to the far side. The path bends around to the left and takes you to a car park, where you need to cross over the small road and follow the path as it starts to climb the hill. This is the start of a fairly steep section of the walk, though there’s soon a gradual descent through woods, across a field and back into a wooded area. Turn left, following the sign for Carsington village. The section that follows has gentle ups and downs as you continue to follow the circular walk signs. Look out for a wooden sculpture of a book, and press on up the steep slope.

5. You’ll arrive at a road and need to turn left onto it, heading downhill. At the bottom, pick up the track on the right once more and take the steep incline. It’s a straight forward journey following the circular route and it will bring you to a gate leading onto a field, where you will need to use a lead. Pass a wooden sculpture of a chair and then head out of the field, continuing along the circular path.

6. The track takes you close to the main road. Soon after this there is a track you need to take on the right, signed for Carsington village. Cross the road and pick up the route on the other side. There is a steep climb before you come to a road where you turn left. Look out for the old milestone on the right which indicates the distance to Ashbourne. Follow the road which brings you into the village of Carsington, with the Miners Arms pub on the left.

Chatsworth & Edensor – 5.5 miles

The Old Vicarage in Edensor

Whatever you do, don’t go into the little settlement of Edensor pronouncing it as it reads.

Instead, do as the locals do and refer to it as ‘Enzer’. Many of the buildings in this small village – home to around 150 people – are owned by the Duke of Devonshire, as you can tell by the colour-coordinated blue doors and gates.

Although it appears that Edensor has been here for several centuries due to the picturesque, timeless feel of the place, its location here dates back only to early Victorian days. Before then, the village of Edensor stood in a completely different place, close to the banks of the River Derwent much nearer to Chatsworth House.

The estate was extensively remodelled under the supervision of legendary landscaper Capability Brown and it was suggested that Edensor should be moved to the other side of the hill, completely removing it from the view of the country house. Other changes made to the grounds at Chatsworth included arranging groups of trees in a more scenic position and altering the course of the river. This walk takes in many of the highlights across the estate.

How to get there: Baslow is just to the north of the Chatsworth Estate, where the A619 meets the A623.

Sat nav: DE45 1SD.

Parking: In the pay and display Village Hall Car Park on Church Lane, just off the A619 in Baslow. Alternatively, the Devonshire Arms has a car park for patrons.

OS Map: OL24 The Peak District White Peak Area. Grid ref: SK258721.

About the Devonshire Arms

The Devonshire Arms commands a fine location in the centre of the village, and has a reputation for being dog friendly as well as providing a great country atmosphere.

Come in after an autumnal or winter walk and you’ll find a log fire burning and a good choice of food and drink to recharge your batteries.

The inn takes its name from the Duke of Devonshire, whose family have lived at nearby Chatsworth House for generations. There are several places to eat in Baslow, catering for a range of budgets, but a thorough refurbishment a few years ago makes the Devonshire Arms one of the best places to chill out after stretching your legs on the estate.

The accommodation is dog friendly and you’ll find both doggy treats and water bowls in the bar at all times.

Terrain: Gentle climbs on well-marked paths. Dogs need to be on a lead.

Time: 2hrs 30mins.

Livestock: Likely to be livestock in the grounds of the estate.

Stiles: None.

Nearest vets: Bakewell Veterinary Clinic, Milford Farm, Mill Street, Bakewell DE45 1DX.

The walk

1. From the car park, head to the road and turn right. Take the right turn at the edge of the green that keeps you on Church Lane. Cross the bridge and take the path on the right that will lead you by cottages with thatched roofs and a stream called Bar Brook. You’ll soon come to a well-known and rather unusual kissing gate in the wall; you may find there’s a little queue to get through here at busy times.

2. Once you’re through the gate, you’ll find yourself inside the Chatsworth Estate and the path you need to follow goes straight ahead. This is a fabulous stretch of the walk, passing ancient trees on the left that are centuries old. You’ll need to put your dog on a lead here because there are likely to be sheep in the area. This is an easy track to follow, and in no time at all you’ll be able to see magnificent Chatsworth House ahead of you, to the left. The track eventually brings you to the road leading up to the house where you should turn right over the bridge. The bridge is a listed building and dates back to the 18th century.

3. Take the path that heads to the left towards Beeley; you’ll now be walking to the south with the River Derwent on your left. The path continues ahead, taking you beyond Chatsworth House and heading up some steps and past a ruined building. After you have passed the weir in the River Derwent, the path soon starts to veer to the right and up the hill. Cross over the stream you meet and climb up the slope to the right.

4. At the road, carefully cross over and turn right, picking up the track that runs back towards the house. This will start to lead you over the green fields of Chatsworth and you should make sure that you keep close to the road on the right. Look out for the path that leads off away from the road to the left; follow this as it takes you up the hill to the wood. Before you reach the trees, the path branches to the right and you’ll reach a junction of paths.

5. Take the path that leads off to the right, heading down the hill and beyond the trees towards Edensor. At the end of this path, go through a gate and down the steps that take you into the middle of the village. Turn right onto the road and walk towards the village green and the main road.

6. Leave Edensor through the main gate. Cross the road, picking up the path at the other side. This well-established route heads over the small hill and brings you to the historic bridge over the River Derwent. Once you’re at the other side, take the path on the left towards Baslow and follow the track back to the village you set out from. Having passed through the kissing gate, continue beyond the cottages, turning left onto the road and proceeding over the bridge towards the village green.

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Bakewell & the Monsal Trail

Cottages alongside the River Wye, Bakewell, Derbyshire

One of the best-loved market towns in the country, Bakewell is a delightful place to spend the day and has some fantastic footpaths and trails to explore.

This is a great walk for dogs as you pass through farming country but have iconic limestone walls on either side to keep the cattle away.

You’ll also get to enjoy some big views which open up of the White Peak.

When you’ve finished, head for the Red Lion for a well-earned rest – but make sure you pick up a Bakewell pudding to take home!

How to get there: Bakewell is located on the A6, between Buxton in the north and Matlock to the south.

Sat nav: DE45 1GE.

Parking: The pay and display car park at the old Bakewell Station, but if you arrive fairly early or are doing the walk midweek there should be plenty of free roadside opportunities nearby.

OS Map: OL24 The Peak District White Peak Area. Grid ref: SK222689.

About the Red Lion occupies a prominent position on the main road through the centre of Bakewell and is passed towards the end of the walk.

Built in the 17th century as a coaching inn, the pub is just as welcoming to those passing through the Peak District in the 21st century. The food is homemade and most of it is sourced locally. The taproom is dog friendly if you choose to eat and drink inside, but if the weather is fine, sitting out in the large beer garden is the best option.

Terrain: Good trails and some roadside walking.

Time: 2hr 30mins.

Livestock: Possibility of cattle on the second half of the walk.

Stiles: None.

Nearest vets: Bakewell Veterinary Clinic, Milford Farm, Mill Street, Bakewell DE45 1DX.

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The walk

1. From the old Bakewell Station car park follow the signs onto the Monsal Trail and turn left towards Hassop. The Monsal Trail is a former railway line that was closed down in the 1960s and eventually converted into a recreational route. You’re likely to encounter the odd horse and plenty of cyclists on this stretch so be aware and plan accordingly if your dog needs to be on a lead. Follow the route of this former train track, which has trees growing at either side of the embankment it’s built upon. Beyond the trees, there are houses to the left and fields to the right.

2. Pass beneath a bridge and press on along the Monsal Trail. You’ll arrive at Hassop Station just before the second railway bridge. This is a good place to stop and have a rest as there is a café here serving great food and snacks. There is also a bookshop, where you can pick up local guides. Continue along the Monsal Trail.

3. After a short stroll along the trail from Hassop, take the bridleway leading off to the left. Pass through the gate and head up the track which is great for dogs because limestone walls keep the cattle away. As you reach the brow of the hill, big views open up of the White Peak. Away to the left you can see a couple of the Peak District’s mighty ‘edges’ that are popular with climbers. Down below, the tallest buildings in the town of Bakewell poke through the trees. All around, rolling fields remind how this is an important area for dairy farming. Head through a double gate and continue along the track. When you go through the next gate, the track becomes a little more grassy. The next gate will see you start the descent into charming Bakewell.

4. After clearing another gate, the path leads you into a small wood as it continues heading down into the town. Make sure your dog is on a lead because you’ll get brought out at a road; cross over here and make your way across Holme Bridge. Note the passing places designed for people to keep out of the way of horses and contemplate the water passing beneath them.

5. Turn left when you reach the main road. Follow this road beyond the fire station and into the town. When you arrive at the centre of Bakewell, cross over towards the pedestrian area and you’ll find the Red Lion on your left. Dogs are allowed in the taproom and there is a beer garden at the rear which is dog friendly. When you’re fully refreshed, pick the road you were on and follow it through the middle of Bakewell, crossing over the river once more on another historic bridge.

6. At the far side of the river, take the first road on your right. This climbs up a hill and curls round at the top to bring you back to the former Bakewell train station and your car.

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9 Dog-Friendly U.S. Travel Destinations for 2020

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Due to the Coronavirus, travel will likely look much different for many of us this summer. While you might still be planning a trip, you could be hitting the roadways rather than flying, which means you might also be more likely to bring along your dog.

If you’re traveling with your dog in the car, you must know how to keep her safe before hitting the open road. For example, make sure you use an approved restraint to keep your dog safe in an accident and to prevent her from becoming a distraction while the vehicle is moving.

Beyond the logistics, where should you go if you want to bring your dog with you? The following are some of the most dog-friendly U.S. travel destinations to consider for Summer 2020.

9 Dog-Friendly U.S. Travel Destinations for 2020

1. Austin, Texas

Austin is a lively city known for live music and great food. It’s also the perfect place to bring your dog because so many of the most popular activities in the city are considered pet-friendly.

For example, you can go to Red Bud Isle Park, which is an off-leash island park. Your dog can play in the water, and you can enjoy the great views.

If you want some retail therapy, The Domain is a shopping neighborhood in downtown Austin that’s dog-friendly, and you can take your dog to the Scholz Garten, which is a beer garden.

There are also dog-friendly lodging options like the Omni Austin Hotel Downtown.

2. Key West, Florida

A personal favorite of mine, Key West is a fun, spirited destination that also happens to love dogs (and cats!).

You can go to the Key West Dog Beach, which doesn’t require leashes.

There’s also the Island Dogs Bar, one of my favorite hang-outs, and the Margaritaville Key West Resort and Marina is dog-friendly.

In fact, most of the Florida Keys tend to be very pet-friendly, likely because of their relaxed attitude toward life.

3. Sanibel Island, Florida

Another popular Florida destination where you can count on your pets being welcome is Sanibel Island.

Sanibel Island is not just pet-friendly but also family-friendly, so it’s a great place to vacation with kids and teens.

The island is off the Fort Myers Coast, and you can go to the weekly Sanibel Island Farmers Market with your dog, or walk at Pond Apple Park.

The Island Cow is an eatery that’s pet-friendly and popular among locals.

If you’re planning a trip to central Florida, be sure to check out the best dog-friendly spots in Orlando.

4. Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

If you’re looking for a pet-friendly west coast destination, there’s Carmel-by-the-Sea. Carmel-by-the-Sea features Carmel Beach, which allows for off-leash playtime.

There’s the Mission Trails Park, which is dog-friendly, boasting 37 acres of natural beauty.

There’s also Scenic Road, which runs along the coastline.

The Carmel Business District tends to be dog-friendly too, and you’ll even find some charming pet boutiques in town.

5. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Albuquerque is a peaceful and tranquil destination that’s also quite welcoming to pets. There are outdoor patios at restaurants and brew pubs throughout the city.

The AnimalHumane New Mexico organization even offers training classes to ensure your pet has the best patio etiquette.

You can hike at Petroglyph National Monument or visit the Canine Skyline Dog Park. Also popular is the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.

6. Sedona, Arizona

Sedona is a well-known travel destination because of its stunning Slide Rock State Park, as well as the red rocks located at Coconino National Forest. The Slide Rock State Park is 43 acres located just outside the city in Oak Creek Canyon.

There are the Red Rock Magic Trolley Tours that are dog-friendly and will take you to Bell Rock and Boynton Canyon.

You can also go to Sedona Dog Park which has pretty views and a natural area for off-leash play.

7. Outer Banks, North Carolina

The Outer Banks is a stretch of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina. The beach towns are full of charm, and it’s a quiet, family-friendly place with rugged, unspoiled natural beauty. These islands also happen to be incredibly dog-friendly.

The Duck Trail runs along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and you can take in the sights of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.

8. Provincetown, Massachusetts

Provincetown is also referred to as P-town. It’s a coastal community home to the Pilgrim Bark Park, which features animal-inspired art installations.

There’s also the Dog Gone Sailing Charters company that will take you around the Cape Cod Bay.

Many of the popular eateries along Commercial Street are dog-friendly, and there are several pet-friendly hotels in Provincetown.

9. Winter Park, Colorado

If the mountains are more your speed, take your pup and head to Winter Park. It’s one of my favorite dog-friendly U.S. travel destinations for 2020.

Winter Park is home to the Vasquez Peak Wilderness Park with 17 miles of hiking trails. Many of the breweries in the area will welcome your dog, and you can stay at the Snow Mountain Ranch, which is also pet-friendly.

Wherever you’re headed this summer, be sure to check out these road trip necessities for dogs!

Are you planning to travel this summer with your dog?

I’d love to know where the road will be taking you this year! Will you be visiting any of these dog-friendly U.S. travel destinations? Leave a comment below, or stop by my private Facebook group for dog moms and join in the conversation there! We’d love to see photos of your travel adventures!

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Traverse City is the cherry capital of the world and you will find this fruit held throughout the town, all year round, in local spirit, visual arts, and more.

While the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival is an attraction not to be missed, there are plenty of reasons to visit this beloved city of Michigan. Cycle through the land of wine, explore the shores of Grand Traverse Bay or admire the beautiful botanical gardens. Take a tour of TC with our top must-dos to sample the best bayside bites, brews, arts, and parks.

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1. Old Mission Peninsula

A slim, 19-mile-long peninsula in Grand Traverse Bay that’s home to wineries and historic buildings. Take a scenic drive or cycle to the Mission Point Lighthouse, built-in 1870.

Pose for a selfie in front of the 45th parallel sign, noting the halfway point between the equator and the North Pole. Follow the Old Mission Wine Trail to taste award-winning Michigan wines.

2. Front Street

A pedestrian-friendly shopping and arts district in downtown Traverse City. Front Street offers the best of TC. This dynamic waterfront is home to cafes, eateries, independent shops and the Traverse City Film Festival.

Drop into the Cherry Republic to sample cherry salsas and candied fruits, try a golden espresso from Espresso Bay, or settle in for a film at State Theatre – rated one of the top theaters in the world.

3. Grand Traverse Pie Company

The original location of a famous regional sweet and savory pie shop. The Busley family opened this original café in 1996 and, since then, Grand Traverse Pie Company has expanded to more than a dozen shops in the state.

This is the go-to spot for nearly 50 varieties of pie, featuring local fruit harvests. Get your fresh cherry pie fix or opt for a savory pot pie or quiche.

4. North Peak Brewing Company

A popular craft brewery housed in a brick building that dates back to 1899 and was once a candy factory. You won’t want to miss Traverse City Beer Week, held every November, but year-round you can also enjoy an award-winning pint at this local brewpub.

The pub is a vibrant gathering space with a seasonal outdoor deck. Enjoy live entertainment while you sample ales, ambers, and stouts, and on a cool day, let the white cheddar ale soup warm your soul.

5. The Village at Grand Traverse Commons

Formerly a refugee camp, these renovated historic buildings now have shops, eateries, and events. There’s more than a century of history to explore at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons.

Visit the old State Hospital campus and walk through a brick tunnel built-in 1883. Or enjoy the revival space with shops, bakeries, breweries and breakfast venues. Play bocce ball in the piazza or stroll through the farmers market.

6. Little Bohemia

A cozy tavern dating back to 1932 serving comfort food with local beer on tap. Little Bohemia began as not much more than a walk-up hot dog stand to cure late-night hunger. It’s been around since prohibition, though it has expanded several times and renovated in recent years.

Tempt your tastebuds with Bohemian-Midwestern comfort food like beer cheese, goulash, and slow-roasted pork. Top off the night with Bohemian kolacky, a decadent cream cheese butter cookie.

7. Michigan Artists Gallery

A mixed-media contemporary art gallery featuring artists from around the state. Appealing to a variety of budgets, this gallery exhibits sculptures, ceramics, paintings, and more – all crafted by local artists.

You needn’t make a purchase to peruse the gallery, though, so this is a great venue for discovering one-of-a-kind pieces. Visit during an evening reception to mingle with exhibiting local artists.

8. The Botanic Garden

Twenty-five acres of gardens on a historic property with featured artists and events. The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park has a focus on environmental sustainability.

The visitor center is housed in a building dating from 1886 and free guided tours take guests around historic flora and stables since the site has been used as a farm for patients and staff at the State Hospital. Visit experience harvest cooking classes, barn concerts, and a monthly featured visual artist series.

9. Grand Traverse Distillery

The oldest grain-to-bottle distillery in the state, producing vodka, whiskey, and gin. This award-winning craft distillery uses ingredients harvested a few miles away at a family-owned farm.

Visiting work distilleries just outside the town, or visit the tasting room in downtown Traverse to sample locally sourced spirits - vodka cherry and cherry whiskey are worthy spots on the list. must try yours.

10. The Dennos Museum Center

A museum and cultural center housed at downtown’s Northwestern Michigan College. Explore three galleries with rotating exhibits, take in a cultural lecture, or settle in for an evening of music with the concert series.

The signature exhibit, Inuit art of the Canadian Arctic, is by far the most popular attraction here, boasting one of the largest Inuit art collections in the US. Be sure to wander through Michigan's outdoor sculpture exhibition and international artists.

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Best Dog-Friendly Holidays In The UK—Which One Gets Your Vote?

If your holiday doesn’t feel complete without the dog, don’t worry. There’s no need to leave your four-legged friend behind when you book a break in these pet-friendly holiday destinations, all of which have dog-friendly beaches nearby (check local tourist information centre for times and areas). Unleash your dog’s sense of adventure and let them bound along the shore, chase a frisbee or paddle in the waves… these pet-friendly places are sure to get tails wagging. Don’t forget to vote for your favourite by 12th November!

At Holiday Lettings (part of TripAdvisor), we used a special algorithm to see every review on our site, identifying UK destinations with the highest percentage of reviews mentioning dog-friendly, leaving us with some of the top pet-friendly places that travellers rave about.

Booking A Dog-Friendly Place To Stay

Holiday Lettings has hundreds of pet-friendly places to choose from. Pick a rustic cottage with an enclosed garden, or maybe choose a log cabin near the woods – perfect for walkies! Whatever kind of rental you (and your dog) are looking for, we’re here to lead you to it.

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#1 Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Nestled between world-renowned Holkham beach and Blakeney Point, the pretty harbour town of Wells-next-the-Sea is perfect for a pooch-friendly getaway. Most of the beaches here have no restrictions when it comes to letting dogs roam free, so they can tear along the sand until their heart’s content! Holkham beach welcomes dogs year-round, and the pine forests and dunes are stunning. Stop for fish and chips en route before heading back to your pet-friendly holiday home. This pet-friendly holiday destination is a must for dog owners the world over!

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#2 Perranporth, Cornwall

Dogs are currently allowed on Perranporth beach all year around. During July and August, they’ll need to be on a lead between 10am and 5pm. In the summer months, why not take them for an early morning jog when it’s quiet. Or maybe enjoy a romantic stroll with your beloved (and your other half) as the sun sets? If you’re in need of a little refreshment, try the Watering Hole pub just near the beach – dogs are allowed in the bar, in the dining area and on the terrace, so it’s a great place to stop whatever the weather. And if your dog has been rolling around in the sand all day, there are even dog-friendly showers at the beach!

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#3 Camber, East Sussex

With its vast Camber Sands beach, wide shallow sea and picture-perfect picnic spots, it’s easy to see why this charming village is a popular choice for pet owners. There are plenty of places to park near the beach so take a frisbee, some doggy treats and a camera and get some fantastic pictures of your four-legged friend as they frolic on the beach. Or if you want to take in the scenery of this beautiful area, enjoy a ride on the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, where dogs are welcome.

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#4 Woolacombe, Devon

During peak season (May – Sept) you’ll need to stick to clearly marked dog friendly zones, while the rest of the year (Oct – April), dogs can roam free. Woolacombe is a fantastic pet-friendly destination, whatever the season. As one of the South West’s most iconic seaside resorts, expect a warm welcome and a whole host of things to see and do. Aside from its three miles of wonderful golden sand, it’s part of the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Take a walk to admire the wildlife before stopping at a cafe to enjoy a fresh crab sandwich.

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#5 Filey, Yorkshire

Situated on the North Sea Coast between Scarborough and Bridlington, this traditional seaside resort makes the perfect dog-friendly holiday spot. The long, sandy beach and the nearby facilities—such as cafes, arcades and restaurants—make it perfect for families… and their dog! The nearby Glen Gardens, with its park and wood carvings, make a great spot for a picnic en route to the beach. Filey has something for everyone, so why not make this pretty seaside town the place for your next pet-friendly break?

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#6 Keswick, Cumbria

Awarded ‘The Most Dog-Friendly Town’ by the Kennel Club three years in a row, this charming Lake District town is a haven for dogs and their owners. Take a stroll with your pooch and admire the awe-inspiring mountain range of Skiddaw. The natural beauty surrounding the town of Keswick is thought to have provided inspiration to the famous romantic poets of the age, including William Wordsworth. In the town, potter around the streets to find cosy taverns and intriguing shops to keep you content while you’re in the north lakes.

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#7 St Merryn, Cornwall

This Cornish gem with its dog-friendly beach is ideal for a holiday with your hound. As you drive into the village, you’ll see a sign saying “Seven Bays for Seven Days”. This’ll give you some idea of the stunning coastal scenery this quiet parish has in store for you. Pack some snacks and head off for a day’s walking along the Trevose Head Heritage Coast. The trail has a stunning natural beauty, tracing an intricate thread of coves, cliffs, and beaches from Porthcothan all the way round to Padstow.

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#8 Rhosneigr, North Wales

With its scenic coastal path and dog-friendly beach, the seaside village of Rhosneigr is sure to get the paw of approval from your pet. South West of Anglesey, the village is a good base from which to explore the surrounding area. The town of Holyhead is within easy reach and is well worth a visit. Back in Rhosneigr itself, the award-winning sandy beach will keep you and your dog happy for hours. Stroll around the narrow streets and you’ll find a variety of of restaurants and pubs in which to enjoy a meal and a drink to wind down in at the end of the day.

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#9 Polperro, Cornwall

Just a few miles down the coast from Fowey and Looe, there’s a dreamy little fishing village that is packed full of Cornish charm. Idyllic in appearance (largely due to the patchwork of quaint fishermen’s cottages which decorate the harbour), Polperro offers one of the most attractive coastlines in the UK. It also has some fantastic dog-friendly beaches. Head to Lansallos beach is a small sand and rock cove near to Pencarrow Head Polperro. On the East of the beach is a small waterfall called Reed Water which used to power a small mill. To visit Lansallos Beach; the walk down there past the church is a joy in itself! For far reaching views and a secluded beach, visit Lantic Bay. Your dog will thank you!

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#10 Minehead, Somerset

With a range of dog-friendly pubs, restaurants, cafes and holiday rentals, enjoying a stay with your dog in Minehead is a breeze. The long, flat sandy beach is dog-friendly and the promenade perfect for an afternoon stroll. Spend the day building sandcastles while the family dog digs in the sand, or potter around the harbour with its RNLI station and pleasure boat cruises. In the evening, let your dog take a break while you see a show at the Regal Theatre before eating out. Or simply relax and tuck into a takeaway back at your holiday rental.

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At long last, it’s August. We don’t want to wish our lives away but we have a long holiday this month, and big plans for a tour of Scotland. It’s my first visit to Scotland, and I have to be honest, in my mind’s eye Scotland is a grey and dreary place. My expectation of Scotland is probably tainted by reading too many Irvine Welsh books, so I’m keen to find out what it’s really like.

Stuart has planned the first couple of stops. Apart from that we have tickets to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo one night and as it’s August, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival is on. We’d also like to visit Loch Ness to find Nessie, and we want to go to the West Coast to see some of these amazing beaches we’ve heard about. For months we’ve been saving notes from Facebook groups such as Motorhome Madness with tips of places to visit. The result is a list of places that don’t really form a logical route at all, so we decide to make it up as we go along.

We managed to see so much, and everywhere we went, it seemed to be even more stunning and impressive than the last place.

We enjoyed Clan history in the borders region as well as by Loch Lomond. We had a brilliant time at the Fringe Festival. We we’re moved by the Military Tattoo. We were humbled by the mountains on the Isle of Skye, amazed by the beaches at Arisaig. We enjoyed paddle boarding in the most awe-inspiring scenery. We loved the stunning views at Glencoe. We endured some amazing storms whilst being parked up on coastal clifftops at the Point of Stoer. We loved the deserted places with so few people, but the people we did meet were fantastic and left a lasting impression!

Here’s a summary of our stops and what we did at each:

Night 1 – Edale, Peak District. First stop, and boy it’s WET! We go for a brief walk in the hills. After plenty of rain, the next morning we’re stuck on the field. Luckily a friendly farmer tows us off. We visit Castleton and Speedwell Cavern for an underground boattrip. We enjoyed coming down the Winnats Pass.

Night 2 – Ladybower Inn, Bamford by Ladybower lake. After getting stuck, we decide not to go back to the campsite with the wet field. We visit Derwent Dam and watch a Lancaster Bomber fly over. We end up staying at this britstop which was a really great spot!

Night 3 – Ullswater, Lake District. After a stop at Penrith, we make our way to Ullswater. We enjoyed a boat trip on the lake and visited Pooley Bridge and Glenridding. We watched a stunning sunset over the lake.

Night 4 – Lauder C&CC club site, Borders region Scotland. We have no more plans, so we check out Hawick Aire, which looks fine, but we travel on to visit Jedburgh. It’s a lovely little town, where we visited the Castle Jail and the house that Mary Queen of Scots visited. There is also a beautiful abbey ruins. As Hawick was now in the wrong direction, we travelled on to Lauder C&CC.

Night 5, 6 and 7 – Edinburgh DA Temporary Site Danderhall. Finally, it’s nearly time for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo! It’s my first visit to Edinburgh, and I’m very excited about seeing the city, experiencing the Fringe Festival, and seeing the Military Tattoo. While here, we take in several shows of the Fringe, in venues that allow Luna to come in. We thoroughly enjoy the Military Tattoo, while our kind neighbours at the Danderhall DA site volunteer to look after Luna. We also visit the Edinburgh Underground Vaults, and we climb up Arthur’s seat. An absolutely brilliant few days had, and I can’t wait to visit again.

Night 8 – The Benleva Hotel, Drumnadrochit. From Edinburgh we decide on a long drive. We visit Fort Augustus (of The Loch fame) and Invermoriston where there is some dramatic scenery. We drive along the lake, but to be honest, this is possibly my least favourite stage. Fort Augustus is deserted, and whilst the lake it beautiful, the fact that there is no one around is a bit of a shame. The pub we stay at is very friendly and welcoming.

Night 9 – Overnight at the Point of Stoer after an awesome journey. We were awed by the scenery along the A835, which is the bottom road of the NC500. We briefly stopped at Ullapool before carrying on to the Assynts. We visited Clashnessie beach with the seal, shopped in the tiniest supermarket ever in Clachtoll and weathered the storm on top of the cliff by the lighthouse. Stuart caught a fish at the Point for dinner. This was our most northern stop, tomorrow we head south again.

Night 10 – Gairloch. We stayed in the Marina carpark which was OK as it was quiet. We tried to go on a whale watching trip but they were booked up so we missed out. We watched the seals playing in the harbour and fished off the pier. We walked up to the Flowerdale Falls and to the Big Sand, Gairloch’s huge golden beach. It was a really lovely stop.

Night 11 – Mallaig, the carpark by the ferry from. Armadale. We visited the Isle of Skye today, and were humbled by the mountains. We spend most of the day on the Isle, driving and taking in the scenery. We took the ferry to Mallaig after arguing with Gloria that we could surely drive there… (Gloria is always right…!). It was a long day so we got to Mallaig quite late and manage to squeeze into the last space in the carpark.

Night 12 – Silversands Arisaig. One of the absolute highlights of the trip! Beautiful, Stunning! We went paddleboarding, had a roast dinner in the van, survived a ‘yellow weather warning’ storm which caused flooding and roads to collapse nearby. We experienced the most spectacular thunder that made the ground shake!

Night 13 – Glencoe for the night, on the bank of Loch Leven after a stop at Glenfinnan Viaduct. Walked around Glencoe and enjoyed the mountains around us. The campsite has a space for us on the bank, so we have great views. We walk around and learn about the murdered MacDonalds Clan and seeing the memorials. It was strange to get to places where lots of people are again, especially driving through Fort William. It made us want to go back north.

Night 14 – Luss C&CC at Loch Lomond. Explored Luss, which was lovely and quaint. Met some lovely C&CC HSA’s who happened to be from our neck of the woods. Went paddle boarding on Loch Lomond which was just awesome; a crash course in how to feel very small!

Night 15 – Kendal Cricket Club. We visited Hadrian’s wall on the way there, at Birdoswald Fort. We explored Kendal, and we learnt that there is an easy connection to Windermere. So I think we’ll visit the Cricket club again to take the train to Windermere.

Night 16 – The Wharf at Bridge 190, Aynho. Brilliant canal boat yard Britstop. Visited Banbury for a Dutch lunch at Little Amsterdam and spent the afternoon in the Great Western Arms next to the boat yard. We met a lovely couple, whose property we’d driven past in the Assynts… What are the chances? I’d even seen the man, Russ, walk his dogs up there. Well, it isn’t exactly crowded in the Assynts so people do stand out.

Finally, it’s time to go home, but we have had the most amazing trip, with experiences that have really inspired us. It’s time to set the wheels in motion to make our dreams come true! No time like the present!

Last summer's Epic Roadtrip! If Scotland is on your list, read this! At long last, it's August. We don't want to wish our lives away but we have a long holiday this month, and big plans for a tour of Scotland.

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Last month the hubby, pooch and I packed up the car and headed northwards for a long weekend in the Peak District. It was a much needed break after a hectic few work months with what felt like excessive work trips that left me kind of exhausted and in need of some rest and recovery.

We travelled up there having not planned much, content to spend 4 days pottering around, getting lots of fresh air, and eating fudge (one of my holiday rituals). We’d packed board games in case of dismal weather and enough clothes to see us through several different holidays – that’s always the curse of staying in the UK for a little holiday, you have to pack for every weather eventually and be prepared for rain, hail, dazzling sunshine, high winds, and thunderstorms all on the same day.

The weather held … well, it was wet and mirky interspersed with sunshine which was about all we could have asked for and we certainly got all we wanted from the holiday and I, at least, came back feeling energised and refreshed (until I returned to work on the Monday).

Where to Stay in the Peak District

We stayed in Castleton, a quaint English country village located in the north of the Peak District in the Hope Valley. The village has everything you need with four pubs all within walking distance, a small convenience stores and post office, multiple cafes and restaurants and terribly twee gift shops. It really is the perfect little village for a break away and surrounding scenery is simply breath taking.

Within Castleton, we stayed in the most adorable of Air B&Bs. Managed by the most conscientious of hosts, Winn Hill Cottage is a very cosy 200 year old cottage that has recently been refurbished to an incredibly high standard. It sleeps 4 people although the second room would be a little cramped, and allows up to 2-3 dogs.

The host, Marieanne supplies you with dog crates, blankets, bedding, and towels and, on arrival, there was a bottle of red wine, some fudge and delightfully meaty pork pie from the local stores awaiting us. She really does go the extra mile.

The cottage is within easy walking distance from all the towns amenities and is well equipped with herbs, spices, DVDS, books, magazines and Sky TV.

I can honestly say the cottage is a real home from home and I strongly suggest booking it if you’re planning to stay in the area.

What to Do in the Peak District

Walk Mam Tor

The Peak District is best explored on foot and the entire place is covered with trails and footpaths to take you through the most beautiful valleys and peaks.

Mam Tor is the largest peak in the Hope Valley and named as being the mother of the hills, casting her shadow across the rest of the valley. In reality, she is not that big or steep and there is a National Trust trail that makes the walk up Mam Tor easy – so easy, in fact, that I didn’t need my crutch to get up there; I cannot say the same for getting back down but I have always been better going up than down.

The walk takes about 30 minutes up and down (with a lengthy stop to take pictures at the peak where the views are most spectacular), or you can do a big loop that takes around 1hr30 – 2 hours and looks around Blue John Cave.

Fergus must have walked the route several times whilst we pottered behind, although there were sections he needed to be kept on the lead due to livestock.

Visit Bakewell … and eat a Bakewell Tart

You can’t really head to the Peaks without popping into Bakewell, a picturesque town on the banks of the River Wye, renowned for their Bakewell Tarts.

The town is stunningly beautiful with arched bridges, windy back streets, and courtyard shops. There are many a bakery offering mouthwateringly good pastries and the town really is a cheese lovers heaven with many a cheese and wine shop to explore.

There is a even a husband crèche (ahem – fishing shop) to leave your other half whilst you explore the quintessentially British countryside shoppings that are bursting with tweed and puffa jackets.

Most of the restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops we went into were more than dog friendly with bowls of water waiting for the pooch and plenty of shade to shelter under when the sun came out.

Peak Cavern

Yes, they let you take your dog into this cavern – although it is the only cave in the area to do so. We didn’t take Fergus because he is fine being left in the holiday cottage, but another couple had their dog who looked quite at home being a cave dog!

Peak Cavern is tucked at the back of Castletown behind these little houses and is really interesting. It was used for rope making until fairly modern times and is still scattered with the remnants of recent movies and tv shows filmed there.

Over Christmas, they organise carol concerts in the cavern which must be so atmospheric – Iain and I are considering going back next winter just so we can experience this.

Monsal Head

A view point just outside Bakewell, this is definitely worth a pit stop for photos. There is a small car park there but beware that it is pay and display.

Alternatively, there is a pub across the road although we didn’t stop there as there was ice cream van on the car park serving locally made flavours. I’ve never been able to say no to ice cream!

Buxton

Known for the fresh spring water, Buxton is actually just on the edge of the Peak District and outside of the National Park. The town itself is just a normal high street but the pavilion gardens are pretty, especially when in bloom, and definitely worth a walk around. They’re also opening a spa in 2018 which I may need to try out!

There is also a local artisan market, The Arches which has some lovely goods and incredibly friendly stall holders. They also make create coffee!

So there we have it, my dog friendly Peak District round up.

Now, where to go next?

C x

Dog Friendly Breaks: The Peak District Last month the hubby, pooch and I packed up the car and headed northwards for a long weekend in the Peak District.

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14 of the best dog-friendly pubs across Derbyshire and the Peak District – according to Google reviews

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These are some of the most popular dog-friendly pubs across Derbyshire and the Peak District – according to Google reviews. Derbyshire and the Peak District are perfect for those who enjoy a brisk winter walk – followed by a couple of drinks and a nourishing meal at a country pub. These are some of the […]

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DOG WALKING HEAVEN

Dexter was back from his holidays this week and he certainly had a spring in his step. I captured possibly some of my funniest photos ever this week while we were having fun on the fields behind our house.

Even though we are a stones throw away from the M60 motorway its doggie heaven where we live. This is one of the reasons i moved to this area because you have the best of both worlds, being so close to Manchester City Centre, a 40 minutes drive to the Peak District, 60 minutes drive to Snowdonia and 90 minutes from the Lake District.

But then on my doorstep I literally only have to walk across the road to a park, cross a bridge over the M60 motorway and then i could be out for several hours around the trails and I wouldn't even have to touch tarmac.

In the past i have walked my dogs from Northern Moor to Pets at Home in Stockport (8.5 miles) and only had to spend 200 metres on tarmac.

I have the Manchester University Sports Fields within a 2 minutes walk from me, Kenworthy Woods, Chorlton Water Park, River Mersey, Sale Water Park, Turn Moss Playing Fields, Fletcher Moss Park, Millgate Fields all within a 4 mile walk from my house without walking on a road.

So to say I live in an area that is doggie walking heaven is 100% correct.

To make things even better there are even pubs in the area where I can take my dogs.

For a better look at loads of dog friendly pubs check out this site: Doggie Pubs

We have the newly refurbished The Bridge Pub & Dining which if you haven't checked out yet you really should. Not only is it a wonderful place to spend outside on a sunny day right next to the canal but inside is really fabulous too. There's also Jacksons Boat which is right on the River Mersey and very popular with dog walkers because the location is fantastic.

Both of these pubs i can walk my dogs too without either A) walking more than 2 minutes on tarmac or B) walk on a road ( i have to walk on tarmac but its a pathway alongside the canal).

Heres some photos from this weeks walk and you will see what i mean by 'A Spring in Dexters Step'.

Hope you all have a good week.

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chriskarrtravelblog · 5 years ago

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10 Best walking hotels

The Good Hotel Guide lists 10 hotels geared to guests who like to stretch their legs with a gentle stroll, or to challenge themselves with a day-long trek. Here are ten of our favourite hotels for walking.

THE HORN OF PLENTY, TAVISTOCK, DEVON

With Tamar Trails on the doorstep and Dartmoor National Park a short drive away, guests at Julie Leivers and Damien Pease’s Victorian former mine captain’s house in a hamlet on the Cornish border can meander through a landscape shaped by the region’s mining history, or stride out for a day’s hiking. A good breakfast provides plenty of ballast. Log fires, books, board games and seriously good cooking awaits the rambler’s return.

B&B single £120–£265, double £130–£275, D,B&B £210–£355. Set dinner £53. 01822 832 528, thehornofplenty.co.uk

TUDOR FARMHOUSE, CLEARWELL, GLOUCESTERSHIRE

Guests can wander in 14 acres of ancient grassland surrounding Hari and Colin Fell’s boutique hotel, or venture into the Forest of Dean to follow a four-mile sculpture trail. The hotel has teamed up with naturalist Ed Drewitt, who leads wildlife safaris in search of wild boar and their humbug-striped boarlets, fallow deer, bats, badgers, amid ancient woodland… Early risers can catch the dawn chorus walk. Raoul van Den Broucke conducts foraging trips.

B&B £129–£299, D,B&B £209–£389. Tasting menu £60, à la carte £42. 01594 833 046, www.tudorfarmhousehotel.co.uk

THE WHITE HORSE, BRANCASTER STAITHE, NORFOLK

There is a lovely, light-and-airy feel at the Nye family’s inn, set amid tidal salt marshes, with all-year-terrace, glass-walled dining room, and views to Scolt Head Island. Walkers can follow the boardwalk to sandy Brancaster beach, hoping to spot seal, or climb to the top of Barrow Common for panoramic sea views. The Peddars Way national trail runs right by, taking in fishing villages and countryside, nature reserves and archaeological sites.

B&B £120–£200  Àla carte £30. 01485 210262, whitehorsebrancaster.co.uk

PEN-Y-DYFFRYN, OSWESTRY, SHROPSHIRE

A morning newsletter accompanies breakfast at the Hunter family’s stone rectory turned welcoming hotel on the Welsh border, with glorious views of hills and mountains. The hosts have compiled a folder of walks, from a 30-minute constitutional to a day’s trek with a pub stop along the way. Offa’s Dyke long-distance footpath passes a mile from the door. A packed lunch can be provided. Rooms have scenic views, some a private patio.

B&B per person £72–£107. D,B&B £99–£139, single occupancy £99–£120. Set menu £45. 01691 653 700, peny.co.uk

THE PEACOCK, ROWSLEY, DERBYSHIRE

Energetic types strap on their boots to explore a landscape of moors and dales, rivers, springs and caverns within the Peak District National Park. Others mosey around the grounds of medieval Haddon Hall, home to Lord and Lady Manners, who own this 17th-century manor house turned smart hotel in a lively village. The Derwent Valley Heritage Way passes nearby Elizabethan Chatsworth House in its deer park. Events include guided-walk weekends and foraging excursions in Haddon’s ancient parkland.

B&B single £135–£150, double £215–£320. À la carte, bar £34, restaurant £65, 01629 733 518, thepeacockatrowsley.com

HOWTOWN HOTEL, ULLSWATER, CUMBRIA

An exchange of letters secures a booking at the Baldry family’s proudly old-fashioned hotel in a hamlet close to Ullswater, where the day begins with a cup of tea delivered to the bedroom, and a gong summons guests to an excellent dinner. There is a tea room, a walkers’ bar, spectacular hiking, including a seven-mile lakeside stretch from Howtown to Glenridding – or, for the indefatigable, a 20-mile footpath around the lake, linking the four piers.

B&B per person £67–£75, dinner £37. 017684 86514, howtown-hotel.co.uk

THE TRADDOCK, AUSTWICK, YORKSHIRE

At the foot of Ingleborough, one of the three peaks of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, with the Forest of Bowland AONB five miles distant, the Reynolds family’s dog-friendly Georgian-cum-Victorian hotel in the dales offers walks for all abilities and ambitions. The Wainwright Walk to Crummackdale starts from the front door. Order a packed lunch or a (tempting but rather less portable) wicker gourmet hamper.

B&B double £95–£230. À la carte £40. 01524 251 224, thetraddock.co.uk

THE ROSE AND CROWN, ROMALDKIRK, CO DURHAM

Hugely popular with Good Hotel Guidereaders, Cheryl and Thomas Robinson’s Georgian coaching inn beside the Saxon church ticks all the boxes as a dog-friendly pub, hotel and restaurant in a pretty Pennines village. Walkers can pick up the Teesway footpath along the river to Cotherstone, returning via the old railway track bed, visit Hury and Grassholme reservoirs, take a short drive to discover the waterfalls and rapids of Low Force, Cronkley and Widdybank fells, a nature reserve famed for rare birds and flora, a European Geopark… Packed lunches, maps and washing/drying facilities are all available.

B&B £120–£205, D,B&B £185–£270.  Àla carte £40. 0183. 01833 650 213, rose-and-crown.co.uk

RANNOCH STATION RESTAURANT AND ROOMS, MOOR OF RANNOCH, PERTH AND KINROSS

Small and remote but warm and welcoming, Scott and Stephanie Meikle’s dog-friendly hotel stands a short stroll from the station, at the end of a single-track, dead-end road, in a vast, high wilderness of moorland and peat bogs, lochs and lochans, with distant views of Glen Coe. Escape the chatter of the digital age – there’s no mobile coverage, no broadband, no radio or TV signal, just abundant wildlife, peace, quiet, and a dark, dark sky. Rooms are supplied with binoculars, oat biscuits, a decanter of malt whisky. There is an ever-open bar, with board games to play by a roaring fire.

B&B single £125, double £180. Set meal £42. 01882 633 238, moorofrannoch.co.uk

THE FELIN FACH GRIFFIN, FELIN FACH, POWYS

A relaxed and happy vibe, stylish simplicity and great food distinguish Charles and Edmund Inkin’s original dining-pub-with-rooms, beautifully situated between the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains. Maps and guidebooks are available, and ‘the old man of the hills’, the aptly named Kevin Walker, runs a local business, providing guides for parties of up to four. Dogs and children are made welcome. Check out also the Inkin brothers’ Cornish outposts at Zennor and Mousehole.

B&B £140–£180, D,B&B £197–£238.  À la carte £33, set supper £29. 01874 620 111, felinfachgriffin.co.uk

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10 Best Hotels for Walking

THE HORN OF PLENTY, TAVISTOCK, DEVON

B&B single £120��£265, double £130–£275, D,B&B £210–£355. Set dinner £53. 01822 832 528, thehornofplenty.co.uk

TUDOR FARMHOUSE, CLEARWELL, GLOUCESTERSHIRE

B&B £129–£299, D,B&B £209–£389. Tasting menu £60, à la carte £42. . 01594 833 046, tudorfarmhousehotel.co.uk

THE WHITE HORSE, BRANCASTER STAITHE, NORFOLK

B&B £120–£200  Àla carte £30. 01485 210262, whitehorsebrancaster.co.uk

PEN-Y-DYFFRYN, OSWESTRY, SHROPSHIRE

B&B per person £72–£107. D,B&B £99–£139, single occupancy £99–£120. Set menu £45. 01691 653 700, peny.co.uk

THE PEACOCK, ROWLSEY, DERBYSHIRE

B&B single £135–£150, double £215–£320. À la carte, bar £34, restaurant £65, 01629 733 518, thepeacockatrowsley.com

HOWTOWN HOTEL, ULLSWATER, CUMBRIA

B&B per person £67–£75, dinner £37. 017684 86514, howtown-hotel.co.uk

THE TRADDOCK, AUSTWICK, YORKSHIRE

B&B double £95–£230. À la carte £40. 01524 251 224, thetraddock.co.uk

THE ROSE AND CROWN, ROMALDKIRK, CO DURHAM

B&B £120–£205, D,B&B £185–£270.  Àla carte £40. 0183. 01833 650 213, rose-and-crown.co.uk

RANNOCH STATION RESTAURANT AND ROOMS, MOOR OF RANNOCH, PERTH AND KINROSS

B&B single £125, double £180. Set meal £42. 01882 633 238, moorofrannoch.co.uk

THE FELIN FACH GRIFFIN, FELIN FACH, POWYS

B&B £140–£180, D,B&B £197–£238.  À la carte £33, set supper £29. 01874 620 111, felinfachgriffin.co.uk

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