Can my dog go on Swansea Bay?
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 from the River Tawe to the slip opposite Victoria Park, or from the Sketty Lane beach access to the West Cross Inn slip. Dogs are allowed between the Victoria Park slip and Sketty Lane. Keep dogs on a lead on the whole promenade. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | The council consulted on changing the Swansea Bay rules in 2024. We haven't seen the outcome, so check the signs. |
Where to go instead
The beach between the Victoria Park slip and Sketty Lane stays open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: Rotherslade Bay (1.3 miles), Mumbles (1.3 miles), Bracelet Bay (1.7 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Swansea Council. Read them at the source: Swansea 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 Swansea 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 River Tawe to the slip opposite Victoria Park, or from the Sketty Lane beach access to the West Cross Inn slip. Dogs are allowed between the Victoria Park slip and Sketty Lane. Keep dogs on a lead on the whole promenade. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Swansea Bay instead?
The beach between the Victoria Park slip and Sketty Lane stays open to dogs.