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Can my dog go on Compton Bay?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 15 May to 15 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
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- 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 15 May to 15 September: no dogs on the beach west of the Compton Bay car park. Dogs are welcome all year between Hanover Point and Brook Chine. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 16 September to 14 May. |
| Also | The National Trust's dates are different from the usual council dates of 1 May to 30 September. |
| Parking | National Trust car park on the Military Road. |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Brook Bay (1.6 miles), Hurst Spit (4.9 miles), Milford on Sea Beach (6.0 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the landowner, the National Trust, not the council. Read them at the source: National Trust 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 Compton Bay?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 15 May to 15 September. In summer: Part of the beach is closed to dogs from 15 May to 15 September: no dogs on the beach west of the Compton Bay car park. Dogs are welcome all year between Hanover Point and Brook Chine. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 16 September to 14 May.
Where can I take my dog near Compton Bay instead?
Brook Bay, where dogs are allowed all year.