Paula's Pawsome Dog Park

The moment you walk through the gates at Paula's Pawsome Dog Park near Eye in Norfolk, it's obvious this place exists for one reason - dogs. Proper dog heaven, really. It's a nature reserve that's been set up specifically so your canine mates can have a proper run-around without the stress of leads or other dogs spoiling the vibe.

You get a good stretch of open ground where dogs can do what they do best - chase, dig, splash in the water if they're inclined. The Norfolk landscape rolls out around you, flat and quiet, which means you're not fighting with crowds of other owners. Your dog gets space to actually be a dog, not just a furry appendage on the end of a rope.

This is absolutely the spot if you've brought the dog on holiday and you're staying at somewhere like Applewood Countryside Holidays just down the road. Rather than feeling guilty about cooping your dog up in a caravan, you've got a legitimate destination that does what it says on the tin. The walk between the holiday park and Paula's takes less than ten minutes in the car.

Walkers without dogs? You might feel a bit sidelined. This is built for the four-legged crowd. But if you're that way inclined, it's a pleasant enough Norfolk morning out. Just don't expect much in the way of facilities - bring water and snacks, and check their website or ring ahead for exact opening times and whether there's an admission fee. Worth the detour if you've got a dog that needs to blow off steam.