Can my dog go on Camber Sands (central zone)?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- Part of the beach closed to dogs
| Summer | Part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September: no dogs in the central section, from the footpath by the Western car park toilets east to 21 The Suttons, back to the dune posts. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Fine | Fixed penalty |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Winchelsea Beach (2.5 miles), Broomhill Sands (4.4 miles), Pett Level Beach (4.8 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Rother District Council. Read them at the source: Rother District 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 Camber Sands (central zone)?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: Part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September: no dogs in the central section, from the footpath by the Western car park toilets east to 21 The Suttons, back to the dune posts. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Camber Sands (central zone) during the ban?
Rother District Council can issue a fixed penalty.
Where can I take my dog near Camber Sands (central zone) instead?
Broomhill Sands, where dogs are allowed all year.