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Can my dog go on Ryde Beach (Ryde Harbour to Appley Tower)?
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 on the beach from just east of the Ryde Harbour wall to Appley Tower from 1 May to 30 September. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | The council describes this as the exclusion zone on Ryde's main esplanade. The council's maps show the exact zone and signs are on the beach; check them on the day. Dogs must be on leads on all public roads, pavements and verges on the Island, including Appley Walk and Garden Walk. |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Appley Beach (0.5 miles), Ryde West Sands (0.8 miles), Springvale Beach (1.2 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Isle of Wight Council. Read them at the source: Isle of Wight Council: beaches where you can walk your dog all year.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Ryde Beach (Ryde Harbour to Appley Tower)?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs on the beach from just east of the Ryde Harbour wall to Appley Tower from 1 May to 30 September. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Ryde Beach (Ryde Harbour to Appley Tower) instead?
Ryde West Sands or Appley Beach, where dogs are allowed all year.