Can my dog go on Prestatyn Central 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 | From 1 May to 30 September, dogs are allowed only west of Ffrith Festival Gardens (groyne 9) and east of the Sailing Club at Barkby. The beach in between is closed to dogs. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed anywhere on the beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | Denbighshire County Council doesn't say which order these rules come from, and we haven't been able to check whether it is still in force, so check signs on the day. |
Where to go instead
Ffrith beach, west of groyne 9, stays open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Barkby Beach (0.8 miles), Rhyl Beach (3.4 miles), Kinmel Bay Beach (4.5 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Denbighshire County Council. Read them at the source: Denbighshire County 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 Prestatyn Central Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: From 1 May to 30 September, dogs are allowed only west of Ffrith Festival Gardens (groyne 9) and east of the Sailing Club at Barkby. The beach in between is closed to dogs. In winter: Dogs allowed anywhere on the beach from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Prestatyn Central Beach instead?
Ffrith beach, west of groyne 9, stays open to dogs.