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Can my dog go on Porthcressa Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
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- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- Part of the beach closed to dogs
| Summer | No dogs on the beach from 1 May to 30 September, except in the area marked 'dogs allowed', which dogs can reach only by the slipway. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | The grass by the Tourist Information Centre also bans dogs from 1 May to 30 September, and the children's play area bans them all year. |
| Fine | Fixed penalty, typically £100 |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Little Porth (0.0 miles), Town Beach (0.2 miles), Porthmellon Beach (0.3 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Council of the Isles of Scilly. Read them at the source: Council of the Isles of Scilly 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 Porthcressa Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: No dogs on the beach from 1 May to 30 September, except in the area marked 'dogs allowed', which dogs can reach only by the slipway. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Porthcressa Beach during the ban?
Council of the Isles of Scilly can issue a fixed penalty, typically £100.
Where can I take my dog near Porthcressa Beach instead?
Little Porth, where dogs are allowed all year.