Delamere Forest in Cheshire is crowned the UK’s most picturesque spot for dog walking, though data reveals that trails, parks and beaches right across the UK make the top 20.
Instagram hashtag data has revealed the most beautiful spots among the UK’s top dog-walking trails. Delamere Forest in Cheshire came first with 13,879 photos per mile.
The North West’s top dog walking hotspot has 62% more Instagram posts per mile than the UK’s second most-snapped location, West Wittering beach in Chichester (8,591 posts per mile), and nearly double that of the third-placed Hardcastle Crags in West Yorkshire (7,274 posts per mile).
The team at YuMOVE have analysed over 265,000 Instagram hashtags from the UK’s favourite dog-walking trails to highlight the most photographed spots.
The data reveals that places right across the UK have made it into the top 20, with notable inclusions including Ninesprings Country Park in Somerset, Cobtree Manor Park in Kent and Holcombe Hill in Cumbria.
Some 14 of the top 20 walks are in forests, where you can also get a glimpse of wild animals, and find complete peace and quiet for self-reflection. Beaches are another popular choice for dog walking, with picturesque Instagram favourites including Holkham Beach in Norfolk and Fraisthorpe Beach in Yorkshire.
Easily accessible from both Manchester and Liverpool, Delamere Forest has a variety of trails, including some ideal for families. As well as being a great place to spot birds, visiting dog walkers can also enjoy views of Liverpool’s famous skyline.
This expansive golden sand beach sits just six miles south of Chichester. The sands extend for miles at low tide and facilities include a car park, picnic areas and a café, making the beach ideal for a long walk with your dog.
With dense forest, ponds and rivers all to be found in this wooded valley, it’s not hard to see why so many Instagrammers can’t resist sharing their snaps of Hardcastle Crags. Situated in West Yorkshire, this National Trust site has over 15 miles of footpaths to explore with your dog.
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