Autumn Dog Walks: Best Dog-Friendly Trails and Pubs This Season

Autumn is arguably the best season for dog walks in the UK: cooler air, fewer crowds, and woodland walks that turn genuinely spectacular once the leaves start to change. It is also the perfect excuse for a proper pub stop afterwards.

Making the most of autumn walking

Shorter daylight hours mean planning walks a little earlier in the day, and cooler ground makes woodland and coastal paths far more comfortable for dogs who struggle in summer heat. It is worth keeping an eye out for seasonal hazards too, including conkers and certain fungi, which become more common underfoot from September onwards.

The reward at the end of the walk

A proper dog-friendly pub with a water bowl, a warm fire and a treat waiting at the bar is what turns an autumn walk into a real outing rather than just exercise. Bringing a favourite treat like Pawhawk Steak along for the walk itself keeps recall sharp when the ground is covered in distracting new smells.

• Check a route's dog-friendly pub stops before setting off
• Pack a small, high-value treat for recall around distracting autumn scents
• Dry your dog off before settling by a pub fire, wet fur takes a while to warm through

Planning your route

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