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Can my dog go on Anne Port Bay?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
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- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- On a lead
| Summer | Dogs must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September. Before 10:30am and after 6pm they can be off the lead. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed off the lead from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | Jersey's government is preparing a shorter season (proposed 30 May to 7 September) for 2027; nothing has been made yet, so check signs. |
| Fine | Fine of up to £1,000 if it goes to court |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Archirondel (0.5 miles), St Catherine's Bay (0.8 miles), Long Beach, Gorey (0.8 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the Government of Jersey. Read them at the source: Policing of Beaches (Jersey) Regulations 1959.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Anne Port Bay?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September. In summer: Dogs must be on a lead from 10:30am to 6pm, 1 May to 30 September. Before 10:30am and after 6pm they can be off the lead. In winter: Dogs allowed off the lead from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Anne Port Bay during the ban?
The Government of Jersey can issue a fine of up to £1,000 if it goes to court.