Can my dog go on Sheerness Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- 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 on the beach between the headland at Jacobs Bank and Sheerness swimming pool. Dogs must be on a lead on the promenade. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty |
Where to go instead
The beach outside the zone stays open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Minster Leas Beach (3.1 miles), Shoebury Common Beach (6.4 miles), East Beach, Shoeburyness (6.5 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Swale Borough Council. Read them at the source: Swale Borough 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 Sheerness Beach?
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 on the beach between the headland at Jacobs Bank and Sheerness swimming pool. Dogs must be on a lead on the promenade. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Sheerness Beach during the ban?
Swale Borough Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty.
Where can I take my dog near Sheerness Beach instead?
The beach outside the zone stays open to dogs.