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Can my dog go on Scarborough North Bay?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
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- Dogs allowed
- Part of the beach closed to dogs
| Summer | Part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September: no dogs from the northernmost slipway at the Sands, by the former Corner Cafe, to the slipway at the end of the chalets, by the former chair lift. Keep dogs on a lead on the promenade from Scalby Mills Road to the Sands all year. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Scarborough South Bay (1.2 miles), Cornelian Bay (2.7 miles), Cayton Bay (3.7 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by North Yorkshire Council. Read them at the source: North Yorkshire 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 Scarborough North Bay?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: Part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September: no dogs from the northernmost slipway at the Sands, by the former Corner Cafe, to the slipway at the end of the chalets, by the former chair lift. Keep dogs on a lead on the promenade from Scalby Mills Road to the Sands all year. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Scarborough North Bay during the ban?
North Yorkshire Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty.
Where can I take my dog near Scarborough North Bay instead?
Cornelian Bay, where dogs are allowed all year.