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Can my dog go on Southsea Beach (South Parade Pier to the Coffee Cup)?
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 main beach between the Pyramids and the Coffee Cup from 1 May to 30 September. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | One older council page still gives 30 April as the start date. We've used the council's current beach page and its June 2025 map. |
| Fine | Fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court) |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Southsea Beach (Pyramids to South Parade Pier) (0.8 miles), Eastney Beach (1.2 miles), Southsea Beach (Hovertravel to the Pyramids) (1.3 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Portsmouth City Council. Read them at the source: Portsmouth City 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 Southsea Beach (South Parade Pier to the Coffee Cup)?
Yes from 1 October to 30 April. No from 1 May to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs on the main beach between the Pyramids and the Coffee Cup from 1 May to 30 September. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Southsea Beach (South Parade Pier to the Coffee Cup) during the ban?
Portsmouth City Council can issue a fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).
Where can I take my dog near Southsea Beach (South Parade Pier to the Coffee Cup) instead?
Eastney Beach, where dogs are allowed all year.