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Here’s a county-by-county guide to finding the best swimming locations for your dog across the UK:
• Bedfordshire – Enjoy riverside walks and swimming areas along the Great Ouse.
• Berkshire – The River Thames and local lakes provide excellent dog-friendly spots.
• Buckinghamshire – Idyllic countryside streams and small lakes offer great options.
• Cambridgeshire – The River Cam and surrounding nature reserves are perfect for a splash.
• Cheshire – With its canals and reservoirs, Cheshire has plenty of swimming opportunities.
• Cornwall – Stunning beaches like Perranporth and dog-friendly coves await.
• Cumbria – The Lake District is a haven for dogs who love to swim.
• Derbyshire – The Peak District’s reservoirs and rivers are great for a dip.
• Devon – From coastal bays to Dartmoor’s rivers, there’s plenty to explore.
• Dorset – Beaches like Studland Bay and gentle streams provide ideal swimming spots.
• Durham – The River Wear and local lakes make for great dog swimming locations.
• Essex – A mix of coastal areas and countryside lakes makes Essex a great choice.
• Gloucestershire – The River Severn and the Cotswolds’ lakes are fantastic options.
• Hampshire – New Forest streams and coastal spots offer great swimming.
• Herefordshire – Scenic rivers like the Wye provide beautiful dog-friendly areas.
• Hertfordshire – The River Lea and nearby reservoirs make for good swimming spots.
• Kent – From the White Cliffs to countryside rivers, Kent is full of great spots.
• Lancashire – Coastal beaches and rivers like the Ribble offer perfect swimming areas.
• Leicestershire – Nature reserves and rivers provide safe swimming locations.
• Lincolnshire – Coastal beaches and country lakes are great for dogs who love water.
• Merseyside – Formby Beach and the River Mersey provide excellent swimming options.
• Norfolk – Known for its dog-friendly coastline and the Norfolk Broads.
• Northamptonshire – Country parks and reservoirs provide good swimming choices.
• Northumberland – Famous for its stunning beaches and clean rivers.
• Nottinghamshire – The River Trent and Clumber Park lakes offer safe swimming spots.
• Oxfordshire – The Thames and local lakes provide plenty of swimming opportunities.
• Shropshire – The River Severn and forest pools make for great swimming areas.
• Somerset – Coastal beaches and countryside streams offer safe places to take your dog for a swim.
• Staffordshire – Cannock Chase and local reservoirs offer great dog swimming locations.
• Suffolk – Coastal bays and countryside lakes provide fantastic places to swim.
• Surrey – Woodland ponds and the River Wey offer peaceful swimming spots.
• Warwickshire – The River Avon and nature reserves make for great swimming locations.
• Sussex – The South Downs and coastal beaches provide excellent swimming spots.
• Yorkshire – The Yorkshire Dales and local rivers make for great dog-friendly swimming.
• Wiltshire – The Kennet and Avon Canal and local lakes are perfect for a dip.
• Worcestershire – Rivers like the Severn and Teme offer fantastic swimming locations.
These counties offer a wide variety of dog-friendly swimming spots, from rivers to reservoirs, beaches, and lakes. Stay tuned as we add more detailed guides for each shire!
