Can my dog go on Kinmel Bay Beach?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead 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
- On a lead
| Summer | Dogs must be on a lead from 1 May to 30 September between the St Asaph Avenue car park entrance and the first promenade entrance near Woodside Avenue. The rest of the beach has no summer lead rule. Keep dogs on a lead on the sand dunes all year. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. Keep them on a lead on the sand dunes. |
| Also | Conwy County Borough Council's dog order runs out around 20 October 2026. The council has consulted on a new order that keeps this rule, but we haven't seen it confirmed, so check signs on the day. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court) |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Rhyl Beach (1.2 miles), Pensarn Beach (2.8 miles), Prestatyn Central Beach (4.5 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Conwy County Borough Council. Read them at the source: Conwy County Borough 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 Kinmel Bay Beach?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: Dogs must be on a lead from 1 May to 30 September between the St Asaph Avenue car park entrance and the first promenade entrance near Woodside Avenue. The rest of the beach has no summer lead rule. Keep dogs on a lead on the sand dunes all year. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. Keep them on a lead on the sand dunes.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Kinmel Bay Beach during the ban?
Conwy County Borough Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).