Can my dog go on Cefn Sidan Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
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- Apr
- May
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- 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: one mile of the eight-mile beach. Follow the 'Dogs for the Beach' signs. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | This is a council byelaw, so breaking it can lead to a court case rather than a fixed penalty. The beach is in Pembrey Country Park, which the council runs. |
| Parking | Pembrey Country Park pay car park. |
Where to go instead
Seven miles of the beach stay open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: St Ishmaels Beach (3.4 miles), Ferryside Beach (4.8 miles), Burry Port Beaches (5.0 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Carmarthenshire County Council. Read them at the source: Discover Carmarthenshire dog-friendly beaches page.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Cefn Sidan Beach?
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: one mile of the eight-mile beach. Follow the 'Dogs for the Beach' signs. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Cefn Sidan Beach instead?
Seven miles of the beach stay open to dogs.