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Can my dog go on Carnlough Beach?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 11am to 6pm, 1 June to 31 August.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- On a lead
| Summer | Dogs must be on a lead no longer than 1.8 m from 11am to 6pm, 1 June to 31 August. They can be off the lead outside those hours. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 September to 31 May. |
| Also | The order also mentions public and bank holidays without saying clearly what applies on them, so check the signs. |
| Fine | £120 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court) |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Waterfoot Beach (5.4 miles), Cushendall Beach (6.7 miles), Ballygally Beach (8.4 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. Read them at the source: Mid and East Antrim beach dog order.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Carnlough Beach?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 11am to 6pm, 1 June to 31 August. In summer: Dogs must be on a lead no longer than 1.8 m from 11am to 6pm, 1 June to 31 August. They can be off the lead outside those hours. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 September to 31 May.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Carnlough Beach during the ban?
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council can issue a £120 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).