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Can my dog go on Port Soif?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- No dogs
| Summer | No dogs from 1 May to 30 September. This applies all day, on or off the lead. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | The ban includes the slopes, slipways and steps down to the beach. Assistance dogs are exempt. |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Portinfer (0.2 miles), Grandes Rocques (0.4 miles), Saline Bay (0.6 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the States of Guernsey. Read them at the source: States of Guernsey: 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 Port Soif?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs from 1 May to 30 September. This applies all day, on or off the lead. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Port Soif instead?
Portinfer, where dogs are allowed all year.