Can my dog go on Eastbourne Beach (Pier to Wish Tower)?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- No dogs
| Summer | No dogs on the beaches between the Pier and the Wish Tower from 1 May to 30 September. Keep dogs on a lead on the seafront promenade, except on Western and Middle Parades. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | Eastbourne Borough Council's dog orders run to about 24 November 2026, and we haven't seen them renewed yet, so check signs on the day. |
Where to go instead
- Eastbourne Beach (Wish Tower to Holywell)Eastbourne Dogs allowed all year
- Holywell Beach, EastbourneEastbourne Dogs allowed all year
On the map
Nearest beaches: Eastbourne Beach (Wish Tower to Holywell) (0.7 miles), Eastbourne Beach (east of Pier) (0.7 miles), Holywell Beach, Eastbourne (1.0 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Eastbourne Borough Council. Read them at the source: Eastbourne dog orders 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 Eastbourne Beach (Pier to Wish Tower)?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs on the beaches between the Pier and the Wish Tower from 1 May to 30 September. Keep dogs on a lead on the seafront promenade, except on Western and Middle Parades. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Eastbourne Beach (Pier to Wish Tower) instead?
Eastbourne Beach (Wish Tower to Holywell) or Holywell Beach, Eastbourne, where dogs are allowed all year.