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Can my dog go on St Leonards Beach (Bottle Alley to the Royal Victoria Hotel)?

📍 St Leonards-on-Sea, Sussex Summer ban

Yes from 1 October to 31 March. No from 1 April to 30 September, when dogs are banned.

The rules through the year

Dogs allowed
No dogs

Summer	No dogs from the west end of Bottle Alley to opposite the Royal Victoria Hotel from 1 April to 30 September.
Winter	Dogs allowed from 1 October to 31 March.
Also	Hastings' ban starts on 1 April, a month earlier than most councils. Hastings Borough Council's dog order runs to about 6 November 2026, and we haven't seen it renewed yet, so check signs on the day.
Fine	£100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court)

Where to go instead

On the map

Nearest beaches: White Rock Beach (Pier to Bottle Alley) (0.5 miles), Hastings Beach (Harbour Arm to Pier) (1.0 miles), West St Leonards Beach (1.3 miles).

Where this comes from

These rules are set by Hastings Borough Council. Read them at the source: Hastings 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 St Leonards Beach (Bottle Alley to the Royal Victoria Hotel)?

Yes from 1 October to 31 March. No from 1 April to 30 September, when dogs are banned. In summer: No dogs from the west end of Bottle Alley to opposite the Royal Victoria Hotel from 1 April to 30 September. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 31 March.

What is the fine for taking a dog on St Leonards Beach (Bottle Alley to the Royal Victoria Hotel) during the ban?

Hastings Borough Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).

Where can I take my dog near St Leonards Beach (Bottle Alley to the Royal Victoria Hotel) instead?

West St Leonards Beach or White Rock Beach (Pier to Bottle Alley), where dogs are allowed all year.