Hollym Secure Dog Walking Field

There's a dedicated dog field just outside Withernsea where you can let your spaniel or terrier run properly without worrying about them bolting towards the road. Hollym Secure Dog Walking Field does exactly what it says - it's a fenced area designed for off-lead exercise, which sounds brilliant if you've got a dog that needs proper space to burn energy.

The appeal here is straightforward: no leads required, no negotiating with other walkers, just your dog doing what dogs actually want to do. If you're staying at one of the holiday parks nearby - Parkdean Resorts Withernsea Sands is just over two miles away - this saves the hassle of trying to find suitable walking routes that accommodate anxious dogs or those prone to disappearing into the undergrowth. Little Otchan Glamping, the highly-rated spot three miles out, would find this equally useful.

It's the sort of place you'll visit once, maybe twice during a week-long park holiday, rather than something you'd plan a day around. Twenty minutes to half an hour usually does it unless your dog's the type that needs convincing to come back. Worth knowing about if you're travelling with a pooch, but don't expect facilities - this is function over form.

Check locally in Withernsea about access details and whether there are any seasonal closures, as information online is sparse. Having a secure spot for dog walking can genuinely make or break a family holiday when you've got a four-legged member of the party.