Can my dog go on Bournemouth Beach (Pier)?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- No dogs
| Summer | No dogs from 1 May to 30 September. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the beach from 1 October to 30 April. Keep them on a lead on the promenade, piers, zig zag paths and footpaths. |
Where to go instead
Dog-friendly places nearby
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Restaurant · next to the beach
Key WestDogs: Inside and on the terrace, on a lead.
“All dogs are welcome inside and on the terrace as we are a dog-friendly restaurant; All dogs should be kept on leads at all times.” Their page
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Park or walk · 1.3 miles
Boscombe Chine Gardens mini-golfBCP Council site, operated by The Parks FoundationDogs: On the mini-golf course, on a lead.
“Well-behaved dogs on a lead are allowed on the mini golf course.” Their page
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Park or walk · 1.5 miles
Coy Pond GardensBCP CouncilDogs: Welcome in the gardens.
“Dogs are allowed in the gardens.” Their page
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Park or walk · 1.8 miles
Pinecliff GardensBCP CouncilDogs: Welcome in the gardens.
“Dogs are allowed in the gardens.” Their page
Each place says on its own website that dogs are welcome (checked 17 October 2026). Places change their rules, so check with them before you go. Distances are as the crow flies.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Durley Chine Beach (0.6 miles), Middle Chine to Durley Chine (0.7 miles), Branksome Chine to Alum Chine (west side) (1.3 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by BCP Council (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole). Read them at the source: BCP Council (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) dogs on beaches.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Bournemouth Beach (Pier)?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs from 1 May to 30 September. In winter: Dogs allowed on the beach from 1 October to 30 April. Keep them on a lead on the promenade, piers, zig zag paths and footpaths.
Where can I take my dog near Bournemouth Beach (Pier) instead?
Middle Chine to Durley Chine, where dogs are allowed all year.