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Can my dog go on Lee-on-the-Solent 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: no dogs from the eastern end of Pirates Cove to the eastern end of The Esplanade. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | Gosport Borough Council's order came into force on 1 July 2023 for three years. We haven't seen it renewed, so check signs on the day. |
Where to go instead
The beach outside that stretch stays open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Salterns Beach (0.8 miles), Meon Shore (2.3 miles), Gilkicker Point Beach (3.4 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Gosport Borough Council. Read them at the source: Gosport Borough Council dog order.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Lee-on-the-Solent 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: no dogs from the eastern end of Pirates Cove to the eastern end of The Esplanade. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Lee-on-the-Solent Beach instead?
The beach outside that stretch stays open to dogs.