Can my dog go on Sand Point and Middle Hope?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- On a lead
| Summer | The National Trust asks you to keep dogs on a lead, because of grazing animals, ground-nesting birds and steep slopes. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed on a lead. |
| Also | A rocky headland shore rather than a sandy beach. |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Sand Bay (1.2 miles), Weston Marine Lake Beach (2.5 miles), Weston-super-Mare Beach (Grand Pier to Knightstone) (2.6 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 Sand Point and Middle Hope?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead. In summer: The National Trust asks you to keep dogs on a lead, because of grazing animals, ground-nesting birds and steep slopes. In winter: Dogs allowed on a lead.
Where can I take my dog near Sand Point and Middle Hope instead?
Sand Bay, where dogs are allowed all year.