Can my dog go on Priest's Cove (Cape Cornwall)?
Yes from 1 October to 27 March. No from 28 March to 30 September, when dogs are banned.
The rules through the year
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- Dogs allowed
- No dogs
| Summer | No dogs on the beach or slipway from Easter Sunday to 30 September (28 March to 30 September in 2027). This is a National Trust rule, not a council one. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to Easter. Keep them on a lead on the land around the cove, which is steep and has old mine shafts. |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Sennen Beach (Whitesand Bay) (3.4 miles), Gwenver (3.9 miles), Porthcurno Beach (6.3 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the landowner, the National Trust, not the council. Read them at the source: National Trust 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 Priest's Cove (Cape Cornwall)?
Yes from 1 October to 27 March. No from 28 March to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs on the beach or slipway from Easter Sunday to 30 September (28 March to 30 September in 2027). This is a National Trust rule, not a council one. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to Easter. Keep them on a lead on the land around the cove, which is steep and has old mine shafts.