Can my dog go on Horton Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- 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 1 May to 30 September: the stretch west of the lifeguard station, which is part of the Port Eynon zone. Dogs are allowed from the lifeguard station east towards Oxwich. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
Where to go instead
Dog-friendly places nearby
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Restaurant · 1.5 miles
Beach HouseDogs: At one bookable table inside, and on the terrace. On a lead.
“We have one bookable dog-friendly table inside the restaurant, so you can plan ahead whatever the Welsh weather decides to do.” Their page
Each place says on its own website that dogs are welcome (checked 17 October 2026). Places change their rules, so check with them before you go. Distances are as the crow flies.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Port Eynon Beach (0.4 miles), Oxwich Bay (2.3 miles), Mewslade Bay (3.5 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Swansea Council. Read them at the source: Swansea 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 Horton 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: the stretch west of the lifeguard station, which is part of the Port Eynon zone. Dogs are allowed from the lifeguard station east towards Oxwich. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Horton Beach instead?
Oxwich Bay, where dogs are allowed all year.