Walking with Canines

Walking with Canines is a straightforward concept that works brilliantly if you've got dogs in tow - it's a walking route in East Yorkshire where you can exercise your pooch without the usual restrictions. Located near Hull, it gives dog owners a proper chance to let their animals off-lead in designated areas, which frankly beats trudging round town centres on a tight lead.

What you're doing here is essentially walking through accessible countryside with your dog. It's not a formal attraction with entrance fees or visitor facilities - more a route that's dog-friendly and well-established locally. The walk itself depends entirely on which section you tackle, but allow anything from 45 minutes to two hours depending on fitness and how often your dog wants to stop and sniff things.

This suits active families with dogs, or anyone who wants to combine a proper walk with letting their animal burn off some energy. It's less interesting if you're childless and dogless - you'd be better off heading to Burton Constable Holiday Park & Arboretum instead, which has genuine grounds to explore. But if you're staying at Spring Valley Campsite with a spaniel in the boot, this is absolutely worth knowing about.

Go midweek if possible. Weekends can get busy with other dog walkers, and if you want your dog to properly roam, you'll want space. Bring water and a poo bag - the latter is non-negotiable.