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Can my dog go on Hurst Spit?
Yes. Dogs are allowed on Hurst Spit all year round.
The rules through the year
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- Aug
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- Oct
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- Dec
- Dogs allowed
| Summer | Dogs allowed all year. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed. |
| Also | New Forest District Council has no dog order for its beaches, so no council ban applies. The landowner may have its own rules, so check signs on the day. Birds nest on the spit, so follow any signs. Hurst Castle, at the end, is run by English Heritage. |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Milford on Sea Beach (1.2 miles), Hordle Cliff Beach (2.4 miles), Barton on Sea Beach (4.6 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by New Forest District Council. Read them at the source: New Forest District 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 Hurst Spit?
Yes. Dogs are allowed on Hurst Spit all year round. In summer: Dogs allowed all year. In winter: Dogs allowed.