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Can my dog go on Lepe Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 April to 31 October.
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 | Two signed parts of the beach are closed to dogs: the family section from 1 April to 30 September, and the area in front of The Lookout from 1 April to 31 October. Dogs are welcome on the rest of the beach all year. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 November to 31 March. |
| Parking | Pay car park run by Hampshire County Council. |
Where to go instead
The rest of Lepe beach, outside the two signed areas, stays open to dogs all year.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Gurnard Beach (1.9 miles), Cowes Beach (Princes Green) (2.3 miles), Calshot Beach (2.4 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the landowner, Hampshire County Council, not the council. Read them at the source: Hampshire County Council Lepe dog walking 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 Lepe Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 April to 31 October. In summer: Two signed parts of the beach are closed to dogs: the family section from 1 April to 30 September, and the area in front of The Lookout from 1 April to 31 October. Dogs are welcome on the rest of the beach all year. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 November to 31 March.
Where can I take my dog near Lepe Beach instead?
The rest of Lepe beach, outside the two signed areas, stays open to dogs all year.