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Dog friendly beaches in Strete
♡ Favourite♥ SavedStrete Gate Beach
Strete
Devon
- Dogs welcome all year.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Strete, Devon
Dogs welcome all year. At the very start of the long coastal bar that stretches to Torcross and beyond is this beautiful, safe and clean beach of fine shingle. This is an ideal spot for a dip, for picnics, windsurfing or canoeing. Dogs welcome all year. Visit South Devon -… Read more
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♡ Favourite♥ SavedSlapton Sands
Slapton
Devon
- Nature Reserve nearby
- Parking available
- Beach cleaned regularly
- Clean bathing water
- Dog friendly beach in Slapton
Up the coast from Beesands, Slapton Sands is also a long, east-facing beach, looking out into Start Bay and towards the lighthouse. At the southern end of this three mile long beach is Torcross, but you can also access the beach half way up the strand, via the memorial car park,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedDartmouth
Dartmouth
Devon
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Excellent shops
- Maritime tradition
- Good access
- Dog friendly beach in Dartmouth, Devon
Dartmouth has a rich heritage, both for maritime leisure and naval reasons. It's one of the most well-to-do towns in South Devon and a magnet for visitors and yachting enthusiasts, who sail here from near and far. The River Dart provides the setting and the town provides the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBeesands
Beeson
Devon
- Long stretch of sand
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Next to deserted Hallsands
- Great Start Bay location
- Dog friendly beach in Beeson, Devon
Beesands has long been one of Devon's most popular visitor destinations. It is a long pebble beach that looks out into Start Bay. There are all the facilities that you might want to hand. Among its attractions is its proximity to the lost village of Hallsands, claimed by the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBeesands
Kingsbridge
Devon
- All year round dog friendly beach
- Small pebble beach
- Beautiful coastal walks to explore
- Lots of parking
Beautiful long stretch of small pebble beach, surrounded by wildlife. Just a few yards from the beach is a lovely pond. Lovely walks in all directions for all levels of fitness, Startpoint and Hallsands one way and Slapton Sands and Torcross the other way. Beesands is areally… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSlapton Sands and Torcross Beach
Slapton
Devon
- Dogs allowed all year.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Slapton, Devon
Dogs allowed all year. These are two halves of a 3 mile sand and shingle bar stretching between Strete in the north and Torcross in the south. At the Torcross end, the bar divides the sea from Slapton Ley - a freshwater lake and Nature Reserve. All of this area of coast is in an… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedNess Cove Beach
Shaldon
Devon
- Dogs are permitted all year round.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Shaldon, Devon
Dogs are permitted all year round. Ness Cove at Shaldon nestles in between magnificent red cliffs and is accessed via an original smuggler's tunnel. At the tunnel's end, you'll discover the perfect get away - life is truly a beach! Shaldon Tourist Information Centre near Ness… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedTeignmouth River Beach
Teignmouth
Devon
- Dogs are welcome all year round.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Teignmouth, Devon
Dogs are welcome all year round. Located on the estuary side of town, this charming beach takes you back to days gone by. Local fishermen mend nets, sand eels are caught, boats bob up and down with the tide and children splash and play. Watch the sun set magnificently over the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBantham
Bantham
Devon
- No dogs between 1st May - 30th Sept
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Bantham, Devon
By-laws prohibiting dogs between 1st May - 30th September are in operation Visit South Devon Useful information for holidays in Devon including accommodation and tourist attractions. Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedChallaborough Beach
Challaborough
Devon
- No dogs 1st May - 30th Sept
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Challaborough
By-laws prohibiting dogs between 1st May - 30th September are in operation between 10am and 7pm. Visit South Devon Useful information for holidays in Devon including accommodation and tourist attractions. Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCoastguards Beach
Holbeton
Devon
- Dogs allowed on Coastguard beach
- all year round
- Part of the beautiful Flete estate
- unspoilt natural environment
Situated to the south of up-market Modbury, Mothecombe is part of the Flete Estate and the Erme Estuary Nature Reserve. There are two parts to the beach, Meadowsfoot being a privately beach with restrictions May to September no dogs allowed and nearby Coastguard's Beach, which… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedNewton Ferrers
Noss Mayo
Devon
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Beautiful creek
- Good facilities in the village
- Attractive surrounding area
- Dog Friendly Beach in Noss Mayo, Devon
This is one of the most popular day sailing locations in the South West, attracting yachts from Cornwall and further afield, as well as Salcombe and other Devon marinas. Tucked away on a creek next to the River Yealm, there is a surprising range of facilities and leisure… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSoar Mill Cove Beach
Salcombe
Devon
- Dogs allowed.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Salcombe, Devon
Dogs allowed. A tiny remote sandy inlet set below the craggy black towers of Bolt Head. Access only on foot via the South West Coast Path or somewhat less dauntingly from the Soar Mill Cove Hotel. Or visit by canoe or boat from Salcombe. Well worth the effort of getting there.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSouth Milton Sands
Thurlestone
Devon
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Great coastal walking
- National Trust protected
- Fine sandy beach
- Dog friendly beach in Thurlestone, Devon
South Milton Sands is one of the most popular beaches in Devon's South Hams. If you're rambling, it can be reached by walking east along the South West Coast Path from Bantham Sand, but there's excellent access straight onto this National Trust beach from behind it, too.. Lots… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedShoalstone Beach
Brixham
Devon
- Dog friendly beach in Devon
- Small shingle and rocky beach
- Cafe and superb views across the bay
- Added by Torbay Council
A small shingle and rocky beach adjacent to Shoalstone Pool, Brixham's outdoor seawater swimming pool. There is easy access to the promenade surrounding the beach and pool, with a cafe and superb views across the bay. Beach Office: 01803 851806 Type: Shingle and rocky with large… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedHope Cove Beach
Kingsbridge
Devon
- No dogs (May-Sept) on small cove
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Kingsbridge, Devon
No dogs (May-Sept) on small cove; dogs on leads allowed on main beach. A sheltered, sandy beach in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) which is popular with families. The beach is backed by rocky cliffs and the villages of Inner and Outer Hope. Small shops and a choice… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBigbury
Bigbury-on-Sea
Devon
- No dogs between 1st May - 30th Sept
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Bigbury-on-Sea
By-laws prohibiting dogs between 1st May - 30th September are in operation Visit South Devon Useful information for holidays in Devon including accommodation and tourist attractions. Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWembury Beach
Wembury
Devon
- No dogs between May and September.
No dogs between May and September. Owned by the National Trust with its own Marine Conservation Centre and guided rock pool rambles, Wembury, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), is not short of ways to keep you entertained. Safe, clean bathing from gently shelving sand… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedEast Portlemouth Beaches
East Portlemouth
Devon
- Dogs welcome all year round.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in East Portlemouth
Dogs welcome all year round. Opposite the town of Salcombe on the eastern side of the estuary is a long sandy stretch skirting round the coast from East Portlemouth almost to the open sea. East Portlemouth beach, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), is next to the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBabbacombe Beach
Babbacombe
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Delightful small beach
- Set beneath the cliffs
- Added by Torbay Council
Babbacombe is a delightful small beach set beneath the cliffs at Babbacombe Downs and is operated by a private company. The promenade on Babbacombe Downs is known as the highest in England and has spectacular views. An interesting place to explore with rock pools, cliffs and… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSalcombe South Sands
Salcombe
Devon
- No dogs between 1st May - 30th Sept
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Salcombe, Devon
By-laws prohibiting dogs between 1st May - 30th September are in operation A fine sandy family beach in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), with excellent views across the estuary. Accessible by road, coastal footpath and passenger ferry from Salcombe town centre.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedMeadfoot Beach
Torbay
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Small stretch of shingle beach
- Below an array of spectacular cliffs
- Added by Torbay Council
A small stretch of shingle beach nestled below an array of spectacular cliffs provides a perfect setting for those who prefer a quieter environment in which to relax. The impressive crescent shaped Osbourne Hotel overlooks the beach and the spilt level promenade backs onto a… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLivermead Beach
Torbay
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Long stretch of red sand
- Largely used by water-sports enthusiasts
- Added by Torbay
The beach is a long stretch of red sand parallel to the main seafront road between Torquay and Preston. There is a designated water-skiing area and the beach is largely used by water-sports enthusiasts during the summer months. The beach is located to the South of Corbyn’s Head… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedMill Bay
East Portlemouth
Devon
- Across the water from Salcombe
- Beautiful setting and views
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Woodland behind the beach
- Dog friendly beach in East Portlemouth
Mill Bay is one element within the sailing and yachting community of Salcombe, a privately owned, sandy sanctuary across the estuary from the town, accessed via a gentle slope down from the pretty village of East Portlemouth, which sits behind the beach on the hillside. Dogs are… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedPeaked Tor Cove
Torbay
Devon
- Dog friendly beach in Devon
- Tiny pebbly cove
- Down a set of 150+ steps to reach beach
- Dog friendly beach in Devon
Peaked Tor is a tiny pebbly cove down a set of 150+ steps from the coast path behind the Imperial Hotel. In the late 19th century this beach was designated as a 'gentleman’s bathing cove'. At the top of the steps above the beach is an old wartime Mine Watcher’s post from where… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedInstitute Beach
Torquay
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- At low tide there are rock pools
- Quiet little cove
- Added by Torbay Council
Institute Beach is a quiet little cove backed by red sandstone cliffs, tucked away behind the Livermead Cliff Hotel. At low tide there are rock pools. The beach is located behind the Livermead Cliff Hotel on Torquay’s seafront road. Access is via a set of steps off Cliff Road.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThurlestone and South Milton Beaches
Thurlestone
Devon
- Dogs welcome all year round
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Thurlestone, Devon
Dogs welcome all year round Thurlestone/South Milton Sands is owned by the National Trust and is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The beach has plenty of rock pools to explore at low tide. The most prominent feature in the area is the famous Thurlestone Rock… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWatcombe Beach
Watcombe
Devon
- Dog friendly beach in Devon
- Beautiful sandy beach
- Idyllic spot surrounded by cliffs
- Added by Torbay Council
The beautiful sandy beach of Watcombe is an idyllic spot surrounded by cliffs and wooded hillsides. The steep path that leads down to the beach passes through mature woodland and opens out to reveal a small cove, with spectacular scenery. Operated by: Cafe owner under licence.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBeacon Cove
Torquay
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Warm sunny spot even out of season
- Car park situated close
- Added by Torbay Council
Beacon Cove is a perfect haven away from the main beach of Torquay, close to the new Living Coasts, a part of the award winning Paignton Zoo. There is good disabled access down to the small promenade above a tiny shingle beach. Its sheltered position makes it a warm sunny spot… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedMothecombe Beach
Mothecombe
Devon
- No dogs between 1st May - 30th Sept
- Be responsible and pick up after your do
- Part of the beautiful Flete Estate
- Great coastal walks
If you want a beach holiday without the crowds, Mothecombe beach is privately owned and one of the quieter beaches in South Devon. Open all the year round it is large and unspoilt and at low tide Mothecombe comes into its own with fine sand and plenty of opportunity for shallow,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedMill Bay Beach
East Portlemouth
Devon
- Dogs allowed all year round.
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in East Portlemouth
A little to the south of East Portlemouth beach is Mill Bay, a privately owned beach popular with families because of the very safe and clean bathing conditions, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). At low tide there are a wealth of rock pools to explore. Parking is… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSalcombe North Sands Beach
Salcombe
Devon
- Dogs welcome all year round.
Dogs welcome all year round. Crouched between two headlands in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the beach is rural in character yet conveniently close to the facilities of the town of Salcombe. The beach is totally submerged at high tide. Dogs welcome all year round… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCoryton Cove Beach
Dawlish
Devon
- No dogs between 1 April to 30 September
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Dawlish, Devon
No dogs between 1 April to 30 September Visit South Devon Useful information for holidays in Devon including accommodation and tourist attractions. Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWonwell Beach
Kingston
Devon
- Dogs allowed year round!
- Off-the-beaten-track
- Parking is limited
- Tidal sand beach
Located in Kingston, Devon, South West England Wonwell Beach is a tidal sand beach on the east bank of theRiver Erme and Estuary. We've positioned it on Google maps so zoom in on the 'satellite' setting to see its exact location. We'd also recommend referring to the Ordnance… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedTeignmouth Town Beach
Teignmouth
Devon
- Dogs at extreme ends of the beach only
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Teignmouth, Devon
A long sandy beach stretching all the way from the mouth of the River Teign east towards Dawlish. Free summer entertainment, with the added attraction of the grand Victorian Pier, long promenade and a state-of-the-art children's play area and adventure golf course means that a… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedElberry Cove
Broadsands
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Pretty shingle beach
- Beautifully clear waters
- Added by Torbay Council
Elberry Cove is a pretty shingle beach with beautiful clear water reached by foot path from Broadsands. This is a beautiful beach in an idyllic rural setting. Consisting mainly of shingle it is very popular with water ski boats. The romantic ruins of Lord Churston’s bath house… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedGoodrington Sands
Paignton
Devon
- Dog friendly beach in Devon
- Mainly sandy beach
- At low tide there are rock pools
- Added by Torbay Council
This mainly sandy beach represents an unusual combination of attractive scenery, the Quaywest Water Park and an area of established park land. It is therefore a major attraction in the area, capable of supporting a very large number of visitors. Facilities and amenities are… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedFairy Cove
Paignton
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Red sand and shingle beach
- Popular with families
- Added by Torbay Council
Fairy Cove is a pretty little beach to the South of Paignton Sands, just over the Harbour wall, which is popular with families. Comprised of red sand and shingle with red sandstone cliffs at the back; at low tide the beach is separated from the sea by flat rocks with interesting… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedSalcombe North Sands
Salcombe
Devon
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Glamorous town to visit
- Access to great coast walks
- Excellent facilities
- Dog Friendly Beach in Salcombe, Devon
Salcombe North Sands is, predictably, the more northerly of the two beaches at Salcombe, nearer to the town than its partner. Both beaches are close to the mouth of the river estuary. Excellent facilities are nearby and there's a handy picnic area, just behind the beach. This is… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedFishcombe Cove
Brixham
Devon
- Dog Friendly beach in Devon
- Surrounded by cliffs & wooded hillside
- Spectacular scenery
- Added by Torbay Council
The beautiful little shingle beach of Fishcombe is an idyllic spot surrounded by cliffs and wooded hillsides. The steep path that leads down to the beach passes through mature woodland and opens out to reveal a small cove, with spectacular scenery. Type: Shingle with rocks and… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedGoodrington North Beach
Paignton
Devon
- Dogs welcome on the North Beach
- Ice Cream hut
- Cantina Kitchen and Bar
- Roundham Head
Dogs allowed on Goodrington North Beach and Goodrington Park also known as Youngs Park all year and on Goodrington South Beach from 01 October to 30 April. There are public toilets, a pub and two cafes, Cantina Kitchen and Bar is open all year and is dog friendly. The high… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedHope Cove
Galmpton
Devon
- Dogs allowed on a lead
- Wreck of a Spanish galleon in the bay
- Great coastal walks
- Plenty of eateries
- Dog friendly beach in Galmpton, Devon
Hope Cove, comprising Inner and Outer Hope, nestles beneath dramatic cliffs and among sharp eroded rocks, just offshore. An exceptionally scenic part of the South West Coast Path passes above the beach and there are plenty of facilities, immediately behind the cove. The coast… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedShaldon Beach
Shaldon
Devon
- Click to see dog restrictions
- Be responsible & pick up after your dog
- Dog friendly beach in Shaldon, Devon
Dogs are not permitted between 1st May to 30th September along the seashore between the Clipper Quay and the steps to the beach approximately 410m the South East of Clipper Quay. A mix of shingle and sand, the beach gently shelves towards the estuary mouth with views over… Read more
