For owners unsure where to begin, the coastal walk between Winterton-on-Sea and Hemsby offers an excellent introduction to everything dog-friendly Norfolk has to offer. This walk follows a section of

Half a century after its inception, the Coast to Coast path becomes a National Trail this spring, opening up the wild landscapes and historic villages of Northern England to a new generation of hikers

■ Distance: 5½ miles/9km ■ Time: 3 hours ...

■ Distance: 8 miles/13km ■ 4 Time: 4 hours ...

We keep the ‘van stocked and ready, the bed made and cupboards full should a break in the weather and granddaughter childminding duties allow us to spend a few days away. I like to keep an eye on the

■ Distance: 7¾ miles/12.5km ■ Time: 4 hours ■ ...