25 Most Scenic Dog Walks in the UK – Voted by British Dog Owners
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THE 25 MOST SCENIC DOG WALKS IN THE UK REVEALED, ACCORDING TO BRITISH POOCH OWNERS…BUT WHICH WAS VOTED THE BEST?
Two thirds (68 percent) of dog owners, say there’s nothing better in life, than walking their beloved animal, somewhere scenic, amongst all the sounds and smells of nature.
In fact, according to the survey, the average dog owner is prepared to drive up to 69 miles (average) to find the perfect walk, according to the poll.
But, it was the stunning lakes and mountains of Ambleside in the Lake District, which took the top spot, according to the poll, with 26 percent voting it as one of the best places to let the dog off the lead for a good run.
Ambleside was followed by the dramatic landscape of Snowdonia (18 percent) in the list of Britain’s best dog walks, along with the ancient woodlands in New Forest in Hampshire (17 percent) and the 2,500 acres of Richmond Park in London (14 percent).
Also to make the list were, Hampstead Heath (14 percent), the stunning mountain ranges of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales (13 percent), Robin Hood’s home Sherwood Forest in Nottingham (12 percent) and the 73-mile-long Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland (11 percent).
And according to the research by Isuzu UK,the perfect dog walk has beautiful views (60 percent), plenty of bins dotted along the way (45 percent) and minimal traffic and noise (40 percent).
One in ten (10 percent) dog owners voted for Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands for its waterfalls and trails, while eight percent love nothing more than packing up their pooch and driving to the South Downs in Sussex to wander around the chalk hills.
It’s no surprise that eight in ten (84 percent) agree that walking their dog is good for their mental health, so much so that three quarters (76 percent) admit they look forward to it all day.
Time to relax (71 percent), spending quality time with your dog (65 percent), the peace and quiet (57 percent), getting out of the house (53 percent), exploring the local area (28 percent) and talking to other dog owners (21 percent) are the main benefits of a dog walk, along with having the opportunity to work up a sweat (14 percent).
The research also found that on average, Brits’ walk their dogs for just over an hour and 10 minutes a day, covering 17 miles over the course of a week.
One in four (28 percent) do the same walk EVERY DAY, with 68 percent going a step further and saying they are bored of it.
George Wallis, Head of Marketing at Isuzu UK said: “It’s no surprise to us that nearly a third of Brits are willing to drive almost 70 miles just to give their dogs the best walkies imaginable — we know our customers go the extra mile for their four-legged friends. Whether it’s chasing views in Ambleside, getting lost in Snowdonia, or lapping up the trails in Glencoe, the Isuzu D-Max is built for the kind of adventures dog owners dream of.”
“With 84 percent of people saying dog walks boost their mental health and over half admitting it’s their main form of exercise, it’s clear the daily walks are vital. That’s why we’ve kitted out the D-Max with paw-some accessories designed to make every trip easier – from robust dog boxes for safe and comfy travel, to safety harnesses, canine gear, rubber mats for easy post-walk clean-ups, with more accessories on the way.”
When it comes to our preferred walking companions, partners (53 percent), sons (23 percent), daughters (23 percent) and best friends (13 percent) come top, along with fellow dog walkers (seven percent) and mums (six percent).
17 percent would rather take the dog for a walk on their own, than with a friend, partner or family member.
Two thirds (63 percent) love to let their pooch explore and sniff on a walk, with 45 percent admitting that nothing beats playing fetch.
One in three (32 percent) like running together, while a further 30 percent like spending time with other owners and watching their dog play with other dogs (30 percent).
BRITAIN’S MOST SCENIC DOG WALKS
- Ambleside, Lake District National Park in Cumbria – 26%
- Snowdonia National Park in Wales – 18%
- New Forest in Hampshire – 17%
- Richmond Park in London – 14%
- Hampstead Heath in London – 14%
- Ely, Peak District in Derbyshire – 13%
- Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales – 13%
- Sherwood Forest in Nottingham – 12%
- Studland Bay in Dorset – 12%
- Hadrian’s Wall path in Northumberland – 11%
- Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands – 10%
- Delamere Forest in Cheshire – 9%
- Cannock Chase in Staffordshire – 9%
- Seven Sisters Cliff in East Sussex – 9%
- Windsor Great Park in Berkshire – 9%
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park – 9%
- Malvern Hills in Worcestershire – 9%
- South Downs Way in Sussex – 8%
- Hardcastle Drags in West Yorkshire – 8%
- Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove in Dorset – 7%
- Kielder Water and Forest Park in Northumberland – 7%
- Cheddar Gorge in Somerset – 7%
- Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh – 7%
- Box Hill in Surrey – 7%
- The Fens, Wicken Fen Nature Reserve in Cambridgeshire – 5%
