Shaw’s Bridge (Lagan Towpath)

For many of us, the main reason we head out for a walk is to make sure the dog is to make sure the dog is properly exercised. If you find somewhere exciting with lots of new things for the pup to sniff and scenery for you to soak up, all the better.

Shaw’s Bridge is a nice, short walk that presents an easy dog-friendly path for walkers to follow along the River Lagan. The perfect little bit of nature just a stone’s throw outside of Belfast City, the car park by Shaw’s Bridge also makes it easily accessible by car.

While you’re there: The Lock Keepers Inn is the ideal halfway point with tasty refreshments and facilities to keep you going for the rest of the way.