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Can I take my dog to a beach near me today?

Search by town, postcode or your current location. DogNear keeps the answer inside beaches and translates current seasonal, timed, lead and signed-zone evidence without inventing certainty.

Nearby results show the current dog status first, then the full source and rule detail.
117beaches checked
75exact locations verified
42details-only beaches
Nowrules evaluated in UK local time
CURRENT DOG-ACCESS STATUS

Can dogs go today?

Choose a current status to browse the checked beach collection. Dates, times and signed-zone scope remain attached to each beach; uncertain evidence is never presented as permission.

United Kingdom

Cadgwith Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Cadgwith Cove, CadgwithDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Carbis Bay Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Carbis Bay Beach, Carbis BayDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Castle Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Castle Beach, FalmouthDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Cawsand Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Cawsand Beach, CawsandDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Chapel Porth Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Chapel Porth Beach, St AgnesDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Church Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Church Cove, GunwalloeDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Crackington Haven

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Crackington Haven, BudeDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Crantock Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs welcome without a seasonal beach restriction; keep under close control.
Source
National Trust — Crantock Beach visitor information
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Crooklets Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Crooklets Beach, BudeDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Fistral Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Listed as dog friendly all year.
Source
Visit Newquay — Dog Friendly Places to Go
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Gyllyngvase Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Gyllyngvase Beach, FalmouthDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

St Ives Harbour Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

St Ives Harbour Beach, St IvesDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Holywell Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs welcome all year under control. Separate lead rules on Kelseys/Cubert Common must not be applied to the beach.
Source
National Trust — Holywell visitor information
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Hoodny Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Hoodny Beach, PortwrinkleDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Housel Bay

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Housel Bay, The LizardDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Kennack Sands

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Kennack Sands Beach, The LizardDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Kynance Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Kynance Cove, The LizardDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Little Fistral Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Listed as dog friendly all year; coordinate unresolved in this milestone.
Source
Visit Newquay — Dog Friendly Places to Go
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Maenporth Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Maenporth Beach, FalmouthDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Mawgan Porth

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Listed as year-round dog friendly.
Source
Visit Newquay — Dog Friendly Places to Go
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Perranporth Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published lead rule is not active today.

Perranporth BeachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Listed as dog friendly all year. Perranzabuloe Parish Council consulted in 2026 on possible lead controls; monitor for an adopted order/signage change.
Source
Perranzabuloe Parish Council — Perranporth beach dog-control rule
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Perranuthnoe Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

PerranuthnoeDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Poldhu Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Poldhu Beach, MullionDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Polurrian Cove Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Polurrian Cove Beach, MullionDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Polzeath Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Polzeath Beach, PolzeathDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Porth Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porth Beach, PorthDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthcurno

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthcurno Beach, PorthcurnoDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthgwarra

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthgwarra Beach, St LevanDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthgwidden Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthgwidden Beach, St IvesDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthleven Sands

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthleven West, PorthlevenDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthmeor Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthmeor Beach, St IvesDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthminster Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthminster Beach, St IvesDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthpean Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthpean Beach, St AustellDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Porthtowan Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Porthtowan Beach, PorthtowanDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Portmellon Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Portmellon Cove, MevagisseyDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Portreath Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Portreath Beach including Harbour, PortreathDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Portwrinkle Harbour

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Portwrinkle HarbourDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Praa Sands

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Praa Sands Beach, Praa SandsDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Readymoney Cove Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Readymoney Cove, FoweyDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Sennen Cove

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Sennen Beach, SennenDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

St George’s Well

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

St George’s Well, PadstowDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Summerleaze Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published lead rule is not active today.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs remain permitted in the mapped zone but must be kept on a lead during the stated dates and times.
Source
Cornwall Council — Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Leads) Order 2023
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Swanpool Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Swanpool Beach, FalmouthDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Tattam’s Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Tattam’s Beach, PortscathoDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Tolcarne Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Tolcarne BeachDogs allowedTolcarne Beach low-tide transit corridorDogs allowed
Current evidence
Official tourism guidance says May–September dogs need to be on a lead to the wet line, while another listing says restrictions apply and advises contacting the owner. Exact dates/zone/operator rule require confirmation. Exception/corridor must remain separate from the peak-season daytime beach exclusion.
Source
Tolcarne Beach Village — Four-legged friends policy
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Towan Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Listed as dog friendly all year.
Source
Visit Newquay — Dog Friendly Places to Go
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Trevone Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Trevone Beach, PadstowDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Tunnel Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Tunnel Beach, FalmouthDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Watergate Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs welcome on the beach at any time of year; fouling must be cleared.
Source
Watergate Bay operator — Visitor information
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Widemouth Sands

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Widemouth Beach, BudeDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs are excluded only during the stated dates and daily hours; statutory exemptions apply.
Source
Cornwall Council — Sealed Public Spaces Protection (Dogs on Beaches) Order 2026
Checked
10 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Anstey's Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Babbacombe Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Beacon Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Breakwater Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Breakwater BeachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Broadsands Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Broadsands BeachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Churston Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Corbyn Head

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Corbyn HeadDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Elberry Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Fairy Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Fishcombe Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Goodrington Sands

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Goodrington North SandsDogs allowedGoodrington South SandsDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to the restricted South Sands zoneDogs allowed
Current evidence
Allowed zone is textual; no geometry supplied. Text scope preserved; geometry unresolved. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Hollicombe Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Hollicombe BeachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Livermead Sands

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Maidencombe Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Meadfoot Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Meadfoot north-eastern zoneDogs allowedMeadfoot south-western zoneDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to the restricted south-western zoneDogs allowed
Current evidence
Allowed zone is textual; no polygon supplied. Text scope preserved; geometry unresolved. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Oddicombe Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Oddicombe BeachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Oyster Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Paignton Sands

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Paignton SandsDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Peaked Tor Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
United Kingdom

Preston Sands

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Preston SandsDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Saltern Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

St Mary's Bay

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Torre Abbey Sands

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Whole named beachDogs allowedPromenade adjacent to Torre Abbey SandsDogs allowed
Current evidence
Daily hours are not stated. Textual scope only; no geometry supplied.
Source
Torbay Council — Dogs on beaches seasonal restriction
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Details only · exact entrance not yet verified
United Kingdom

Watcombe Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Whole physical beach.
Source
Torbay Council — Current dogs-on-beaches page and individual beach pages
Checked
11 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
Bovisand

Bovisand Bay

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Current adjacent-estate page says dogs are permitted all year; the beach owner's own policy page was not located.
Source
Bovisand Park estate website (adjacent-estate source; not identified as Bovisand Bay owner) — Bovisand Bay year-round dog access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
Wembury

Wembury Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Wembury whole named beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
No dogs 1 May–30 September; dogs permitted 1 October–30 April.
Source
National Trust — Wembury seasonal exclusion
Checked
12 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
Mothecombe / Erme estuary

Coastguards Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs allowed all year by landowner.
Source
Flete Estate — Coastguards Beach year-round dog access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
Map
Exact location verified
Mothecombe / Erme estuary

Mothecombe Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Mothecombe whole named beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
No dogs 1 May–30 September; allowed outside those dates.
Source
Flete Estate — Mothecombe seasonal exclusion
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Kingston / Erme estuary

Wonwell Beach

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs allowed all year by landowner.
Source
Flete Estate — Wonwell Beach year-round dog access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Challaborough

Challaborough Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Challaborough whole named beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
No dogs 1 May–30 September.
Source
Parkdean Resorts / beach operator — Challaborough seasonal exclusion
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Bigbury-on-Sea

Bigbury-on-Sea Beach

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Bigbury main central partDogs allowed
Current evidence
Seasonal timed exclusion applies only to the main central part; other parts remain outside that rule.
Source
South Hams District Council — Bigbury main-central seasonal timed exclusion
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Bantham

Bantham Beach

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

Bantham main beachDogs allowedBantham River Beach areaDogs allowed
Current evidence
Main beach excludes dogs 1 May–30 September; River Beach area permits dogs all year.
Source
Bantham Estate — Bantham main-beach exclusion / River Beach access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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South Milton / Thurlestone

South Milton Sands

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs welcome all year under close control.
Source
National Trust — South Milton Sands year-round controlled access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Hope Cove

Mouthwell Sands

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Mouthwell Sands whole named beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs excluded 1 May–30 September, 10:00–19:00.
Source
South Hams District Council — Mouthwell Sands seasonal timed exclusion
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Soar / Salcombe

Soar Mill Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dog-friendly beach; dogs welcome all year, with control/lead conditions on adjacent land.
Source
Soar Mill Cove Hotel / National Trust access context — Soar Mill Cove dog-friendly access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Salcombe

Salcombe North Sands

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs welcome all year.
Source
South Hams official tourism / council-owned beach — North Sands year-round dog access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Salcombe

Salcombe South Sands

Dogs allowed today

The same current outcome applies across the checked areas.

South Sands whole named beachDogs allowedSouth Sands ferry crossing exceptionDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs excluded 1 May–30 September at all times; ferry crossing exception on lead.
Source
South Hams District Council — South Sands seasonal exclusion with ferry exception
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Stoke Fleming

Blackpool Sands

Dogs allowed today

The published restriction is not active today.

Blackpool Sands whole named beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
No dogs 1 May–30 September.
Source
Blackpool Sands operator — Blackpool Sands seasonal exclusion
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Exact location verified
Dartmouth Castle

Sugary Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs allowed all year.
Source
Dartmouth Town Council — Dartmouth Castle coves year-round dog access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Exact location verified
Dartmouth Castle

Castle Cove

Dogs allowed today

Dogs are allowed in this area under the current checked rule.

Whole beachDogs allowed
Current evidence
Dogs allowed all year.
Source
Dartmouth Town Council — Dartmouth Castle coves year-round dog access
Checked
12 Aug 2026
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Exact location verified
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