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Can my dog go on Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to pavilion)?
No. Dogs are not allowed on Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to pavilion) at any time of year.
The rules through the year
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- No dogs
| Summer | No dogs at any time on the beach, the jetty or the esplanade steps between the jetty and the pavilion. |
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| Winter | No dogs, all year. |
| Also | Keep dogs on a lead on the esplanade. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Burnham-on-Sea Beach (pavilion to Maddocks Slade) (0.4 miles), Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to yacht club) (0.7 miles), Berrow Sands (3.0 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Somerset Council. Read them at the source: Somerset Council 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 Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to pavilion)?
No. Dogs are not allowed on Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to pavilion) at any time of year. In summer: No dogs at any time on the beach, the jetty or the esplanade steps between the jetty and the pavilion. In winter: No dogs, all year.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to pavilion) during the ban?
Somerset Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty.
Where can I take my dog near Burnham-on-Sea Beach (jetty to pavilion) instead?
Berrow Sands, where dogs are allowed all year.