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Can my dog go on West Wittering Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 15 September.
The rules through the year
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- Dogs allowed
- Part of the beach closed to dogs
| Summer | From 1 May to mid-September, dogs aren't allowed in the bathing zone between groynes 14a and 18, in front of the beach huts. They are welcome on the rest of the beach. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from mid-September to 30 April. |
| Also | The estate says mid-September rather than a fixed date, so we show the zone as closed until 15 September. Look for signs at the beach entrances. |
| Parking | Estate car park, which must be booked in advance. |
Where to go instead
The rest of the beach, outside groynes 14a to 18, stays open to dogs.
On the map
Nearest beaches: East Head (0.9 miles), East Wittering Beach (1.7 miles), Eastoke and Sandy Point Beach (2.0 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the landowner, West Wittering Estate, not the council. Read them at the source: West Wittering Estate questions page.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to West Wittering Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 May to 15 September. In summer: From 1 May to mid-September, dogs aren't allowed in the bathing zone between groynes 14a and 18, in front of the beach huts. They are welcome on the rest of the beach. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from mid-September to 30 April.
Where can I take my dog near West Wittering Beach instead?
The rest of the beach, outside groynes 14a to 18, stays open to dogs.