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Can my dog go on Vazon 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 | The northern end of the bay is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September, from the drainage pipe near Richmond Kiosk. The rest of Vazon stays open to dogs. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | The ban includes the slopes, slipways and steps down to the beach. Assistance dogs are exempt. |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Richmond Beach (0.5 miles), Perelle Bay (1.0 miles), Cobo Bay (1.1 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the States of Guernsey. Read them at the source: States of Guernsey: 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 Vazon Bay?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September. In summer: The northern end of the bay is closed to dogs from 1 May to 30 September, from the drainage pipe near Richmond Kiosk. The rest of Vazon stays open to dogs. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near Vazon Bay instead?
Richmond Beach or Perelle Bay, where dogs are allowed all year.