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Can my dog go on East Head?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- On a lead
| Summer | Keep dogs on a lead all year, away from the roped-off areas, and out of the dunes in the bird nesting season. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on a lead. |
| Also | In winter, keep dogs from chasing feeding birds. |
| Parking | West Wittering Estate car park, which must be booked in advance. |
Where to go instead
West Wittering Beach, outside its summer bathing zone, lets dogs off the lead.
On the map
Nearest beaches: West Wittering Beach (0.9 miles), Black Point (1.2 miles), Eastoke and Sandy Point Beach (1.4 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 East Head?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead. In summer: Keep dogs on a lead all year, away from the roped-off areas, and out of the dunes in the bird nesting season. In winter: Dogs allowed on a lead.
Where can I take my dog near East Head instead?
West Wittering Beach, outside its summer bathing zone, lets dogs off the lead.