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Can my dog go on Burton Bradstock Beach (Hive Beach)?
Yes. There is no council ban, but the National Trust asks you not to exercise dogs here from 1 May to 30 September.
Dorset Council's dog rules are being renewed from 1 January 2027. We will update these pages as soon as the new rules are published.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- Please avoid exercising dogs
| Summer | No council ban, but the National Trust asks owners not to exercise dogs on the beach from 1 May to 30 September. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed. |
| Parking | National Trust land |
Where to go instead
Dog-friendly places nearby
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Cafe · next to the beach
Hive Beach CaféDogs: Inside and outside.
“Yes, we welcome dogs in both our indoor and outdoor seating areas.” Their page
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Park or walk · 0.3 miles
Cogden countryside circularNational TrustDogs: Welcome on the trail. Leads near livestock.
“Please keep dogs on their leads while in fields with livestock; keep dogs under close control during this period.” Their page
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Park or walk · 0.3 miles
Burton Bradstock coastal fields and footpathsNational TrustDogs: Welcome on the footpaths. Leads in fields with livestock.
“Please keep dogs on their leads while in fields with livestock.” Their page
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Pub · 0.5 miles
Three Horseshoes Pub & KitchenDogs: In the bar and garden.
“We welcome dogs throughout the bar area of the pub and the garden.” 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: Cogden Beach (0.8 miles), West Bay East Beach (1.9 miles), West Bay West Beach (2.2 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Dorset Council. Read them at the source: Dorset 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 Burton Bradstock Beach (Hive Beach)?
Yes. There is no council ban, but the National Trust asks you not to exercise dogs here from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: No council ban, but the National Trust asks owners not to exercise dogs on the beach from 1 May to 30 September. In winter: Dogs allowed.
Where can I take my dog near Burton Bradstock Beach (Hive Beach) instead?
Cogden Beach, where dogs are allowed all year.