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♡ Favourite♥ SavedBrighton and Hove Beach
Brighton
East Sussex
- Stunning coastline
- Vibrant atmosphere
- Quaint shops & lively cafes
- Stunning sunsets & relaxing walks
- Pier activities & thrilling rides
- Dog-friendly policy, restrictions apply

Brighton Beach is a wonderful destination for both locals and visitors alike. With its stunning coastline and vibrant atmosphere, it offers a perfect seaside getaway. What makes Brighton Beach even more appealing is its dog-friendly policy. If you are a dog lover, you can bring… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedRottingdean
Rottingdean
East Sussex
- Dogs allowed October to April
- Home of The Copper family
- Promenade to Brighton
- Spectacular white cliffs
- Dog friendly beach in Brighton

Rottingdean has its own micro-climate. Facing south and in the lea of cool northerly breezes, the high white cliffs reflect and radiate the sun onto the beach and promenade below. The stylish performance stage by the town access makes you want to linger here. The cliffs… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedShoreham Beach
Shoreham Beach
West Sussex
- Dog Friendly Beach in Shoreham, Sussex
- No restriction here throughout the Year

This beach is mainly sand when the tide is out and pebbles when it in. There is a path which runs in between the sea and widewater which is a local nature reserve. Plenty of dog bins by path with a car park at the end. Adur council is OK with dogs on the beach any time of the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedShoreham-by-Sea
Southwick
West Sussex
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Crunchy shingle beach
- Handy for nearby residents
- Dogs Trust Re-homing Centre
- Dog friendly beach in Southwick

The beach at Shoreham-by-Sea is handy for access from the road and the houses that lie behind it. Shoreham itself is nearby. The shingle has a satisfying crunch as you walk along, this being less steep than other shingle beaches in Sussex. Convenience and relaxation are the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBirling Gap
Eastbourne
East Sussex
- Under the Seven Sisters
- By Birling Gap Marine Nature Reserve
- Dogs allowed all year round
- Watch the tide - access via steps
- Dog Friendly Beach in Eastbourne

The stunning scenery at Birling Gap, by the white Seven Sisters cliffs, belies the ferocious waves that can beat against the chalk here. This re-visit revealed ongoing erosion, as the steel steps down to the beach had become free-standing and an extension platform was being… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLittlehampton Beach
Littlehampton
West Sussex
- Dog Friendly Beach in Littlehampton
- No dogs from 1st May to 30th Sept

There are no dogs allowed on this beach from 1st May to 30thSept from East Pier to Norfolk Rd(You're allowed dogs either side of these points throughout the year)as you could be liable for a £500 fine. When allowed on the beach please pick up after your dog. See link attached… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedFerring Beach
Ferring
West Sussex
- Dog Friendly Beach in Ferring, Sussex
- No restriction here throughout the Year

No restriction here throughout the year, just make sure you pick up and put your dog on a lead when on the promenades. Please check web link provided to keep updated with any changes . Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedEastbourne
Eastbourne
East Sussex
- Dogs allowed October to April
- Iconic pier
- Coastal walking to white cliffs
- Great access and facilities

Eastbourne is fronted by several beaches, the Pier to Wish Tower beaches being recommended by the Marine Conservation Society in their Good Beach Guide, as are Holywell and Falling Sands, which offer rock pools full of marine life at low tide, as well as pretty gardens and the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLancing Beach
Lancing
West Sussex
- Dog Friendly Beach in Lancing, Sussex
- No restriction here throughout the Year

This is a great beach, especially at low tide when you have a huge expanse of sand and no rock which is great for ball throwing. Lots of kite surfers out at the right time as well... Adur council is OK with dogs on the beach any time of the year as long as they are under control… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedEastbourne Beach
Eastbourne
East Sussex
- Dog Friendly beach in Eastbourne
- Please pick up after you dog!
- Not allowed from May 1st to Sept 30th

Dogs not allowed May 1st to September 30th Read more
















