Can my dog go on Sandwich Bay?
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 | Keep dogs on a lead on the dunes and beach by Princes Golf Course, all year. Dogs aren't allowed on the Sandwich Bay mudflats and salt marshes at any time. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on a lead. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court) |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Deal Beach (Sandown Castle to Deal Castle) (3.1 miles), North Deal Beach (3.1 miles), Pegwell Bay (3.7 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Dover District Council. Read them at the source: Dover District 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 Sandwich Bay?
Yes, all year, but keep your dog on a lead. In summer: Keep dogs on a lead on the dunes and beach by Princes Golf Course, all year. Dogs aren't allowed on the Sandwich Bay mudflats and salt marshes at any time. In winter: Dogs allowed on a lead.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Sandwich Bay during the ban?
Dover District Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).