Now summer has passed the crisper and colder autumn months are upon us, meaning if you want a holiday you'll likely be looking closer to home.

You're spoilt for choice when looking for UK holidays - cough cough, Lake District - but dog owners also have to consider their pups.

Either leave them with a friend or relative or take them with you. Come on, the answer is obvious.

The study, carried out by the outdoor experts at Millets, has provided a helpful guide that uncovers the destinations with the most dog-friendly hotels, restaurants, pubs and outdoor trails. 

Here are the top 10 destinations for dogs:

1 Carlisle 8.85

2 Exeter 8.39

3 Preston - 8.31

4 Stirling - 8.12

5 Norwich - 7.75

6 Worcester - 7.72

7 Gloucester - 7.69

8 Plymouth - 7.61

9 Lancaster - 7.37

10 Chester - 7.34

Carlisle takes the crown as the most dog-friendly destination on the list, scoring 8.85 out of 10.

Surrounded by natural beauty and stunning historical sites, the popular holiday destination is a cathedral city filled with dog-friendly trails, such as the River Caldew Path and beautiful monastic gardens.

Ranked second highest for pet-friendly hotels, Carlisle has a range of hotels where dogs are welcome. The Halston is a top-rated hotel that offers dog-friendly apartments. You can look forward to your pampered pooches being greeted with dog bowls, comfy beds, and many treats.

Following closely behind is Exeter, with a score of 8.39 out of 10. Though a small city, Exeter is a vibrant place with many historical attractions. 

Preston completes the top three as one of the most dog-friendly locations to visit, scoring 8.31 out of 10. Preston boasts many fantastic parks and gardens, including Halsam Park, a beautiful spacious park with many routes to explore. 

The research also found that the holiday destinations with the most pet-friendly hotels with Carlisle once again making the top three alongside Newport and Dunfermline.