Where to find… dogfriendly hotels in Britain

Linthwaite House, a relaxed country house hotel in the Lake District, offers superb views of Lake Windermere. The staff will provide pet treats, blankets and a list of dog-friendly pubs in the area (doubles from £134 a night, dogs are an extra £10 each; www.linthwaitehouse.com). The Lion Inn, outside Cheltenham, has “charmingly restored” country-chic bedrooms. Dogs get their own bed, towels and treats (from £110, dogs £15; www.thelionwinchcombe.co.uk). The Ship Inn, a 16th century smugglers’ warehouse in Rye, is “full of cosy nooks”. The extensive breakfast options include sausages for canine guests (from £110, dogs £10; www.theshipinnrye.co.uk). The Traddock, a small Georgian hotel in Austwick, is perfectly located for “spectacular” walks in the Yorkshire Dales. Dogs can roam about on the lawns and enjoy a wash in the gardens (from £95, dogs £5; www.thetraddock.co.uk).