Canine comforts

From cosy cottages that open onto sweeping, pooch-friendly beaches to hotels that offer goody bags and treats for canine companions, here’s some of the best accommodation where you and your furry friend are sure to get a warm welcome

There's no longer any need to leave your favourite four-legged friend behind when you go on holiday, says Richard MacKichan, because hotels, superyacht designers and airlines are all setting new standards for petfriendly travel

The cold, dark winter months can bring a great deal of rain and stormy weather, when, let’s be honest, the thought of spending our weekends exploring the countryside can seem less appealing. Fortunate

Isla Farm, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 0BJ 18-19 October and 15-16 November, 2025 Try your hand at an official Kennel Club agility event at the Ogilvie Dogs training centre where you could potentially w

A trip to a boutique hotel in Windermere is less about muddy walks and more about the luxe side of the Lakes, says Joely Carey

Award-winning beaches, spectacular walking trails, cosy dog-friendly stays and welcoming places to eat – East Yorkshire’s coast is the perfect destination for a break you and your furry friend will never forget