Can my dog go on Thorney Bay Beach?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 10am to 6pm, 1 April to 30 September.
The rules through the year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Dogs allowed
- On a lead
| Summer | Dogs must be on a lead from 10am to 6pm, 1 April to 30 September, on the beaches and the seaward footpath between Gate 17 (opposite Maurice Road) and Thorney Bay. They can be off the lead outside those hours. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed from 1 October to 31 March. |
| Also | Castle Point Borough Council's order behind this lead rule started in April 2023 for an initial three years, so it ran to about 31 March 2026. The council's pages still say it is in effect, but we haven't seen it renewed, so check signs on the day. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court) |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Concord Beach (1.3 miles), Bell Wharf Beach (3.5 miles), Chalkwell Beach (4.8 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Castle Point Borough Council. Read them at the source: Castle Point 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 Thorney Bay Beach?
Yes, all year, but your dog must be on a lead from 10am to 6pm, 1 April to 30 September. In summer: Dogs must be on a lead from 10am to 6pm, 1 April to 30 September, on the beaches and the seaward footpath between Gate 17 (opposite Maurice Road) and Thorney Bay. They can be off the lead outside those hours. In winter: Dogs allowed from 1 October to 31 March.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Thorney Bay Beach during the ban?
Castle Point Borough Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).