Can my dog go on Chesil Beach (Abbotsbury to Tank Teeth boundary)?
Yes. Dogs are allowed on Chesil Beach (Abbotsbury to Tank Teeth boundary) all year round.
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
| Summer | Dogs allowed all year. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed. |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Cogden Beach (4.8 miles), Burton Bradstock Beach (Hive Beach) (5.5 miles), West Bay East Beach (7.4 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 Chesil Beach (Abbotsbury to Tank Teeth boundary)?
Yes. Dogs are allowed on Chesil Beach (Abbotsbury to Tank Teeth boundary) all year round. In summer: Dogs allowed all year. In winter: Dogs allowed.