There’s nothing better than sharing a great walk with your dog – wide open skies, burbling becks, flower‑rich meadows and a well‑earned stop at a welcoming pub or tearoom. Dog‑friendly Walks Yorkshire Dales is designed to help you enjoy those simple pleasures without stress, uncertainty or over‑ambitious routes.

Part of the Short Walks Made Easy series, this guide brings together ten easy‑going, beautifully varied walks chosen with dogs firmly in mind. Each route highlights safe paddling spots, drinking water sources, scenic places to pause, and clear guidance on where dogs can roam freely or need to stay on leads – so you can relax and enjoy the walk together. 

Written by Sally Outram, with help from her Patterjack, Ted, the book features some of Ted’s favourite Yorkshire Dales walks, alongside practical dog‑friendly tips that help turn a good walk into a great one.

Dog‑friendly Walks Yorkshire Dales includes:

• 10 Leisurely Dog Walks: Easy‑going routes suitable for dogs, families and walkers of all abilities
• Perfectly Sized Routes: Walks of 2–4½ miles, ideal for a half‑day out and suitable year‑round
• Dog‑Friendly Planning Made Easy: Parking, public transport, terrain, cafés and pubs, plus lead and off‑lead guidance
• Water and Rest Stops: Safe paddling areas, drinking water sources and scenic places to pause
• Clear, Easy‑to‑Follow Mapping: Simple walk maps and route profiles for confident navigation
• OS Maps App Access: Unlock all routes digitally for use on the go

About the walks:

This collection of dog‑friendly walks provides a relaxed introduction to the Yorkshire Dales, blending much‑loved classics with quieter corners where dogs can truly enjoy themselves. Stroll through Wensleydale at Hawes, Bainbridge and Redmire, or explore Wharfedale’s riverside paths and meadows at Kettlewell, Buckden and Burnsall, where shallow water and open ground invite splashing paws and unhurried wandering.

Discover two of Yorkshire’s great natural wonders at Hardraw Force and Ingleborough Cave, walk in the shadow of historic strongholds at Richmond, Castle Bolton and Skipton, and enjoy post‑walk refreshments in charming village pubs and tea rooms. Take in moorland scenery at Grimwith Reservoir, follow peaceful rivers through Settle and Giggleswick, and uncover stories woven into the landscape – from ancient traditions and Roman roads to Dark Skies sites, legendary drummer boys, White Ladies and mischievous boggarts. 

Whether your dog loves paddling in clear becks, sniffing meadow paths or stretching their legs beneath wide Dales skies, Dog‑friendly Walks Yorkshire Dales provides everything you need for memorable, stress‑free days out together – time well spent with your canine companion.