Can my dog go on Woolacombe Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 April 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 beach is split into zones. Zone A: no dogs from Good Friday or 1 April. Zone B: dogs on a lead from 1 May to 30 September. Zone C: no dog restrictions. The zones are shown on the landowner's map and on signs. |
|---|---|
| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach outside the summer season. |
On the map
Nearest beaches: Barricane Beach (0.9 miles), Putsborough Sands (1.0 miles), Croyde Bay (2.5 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by the landowner, Parkin Estates, not the council. Read them at the source: Parkin Estates dog zone map.
Last checked: 17 October 2026. Seen a different sign? Tell us and we will check it.
Common questions
Can I take my dog to Woolacombe Beach?
Yes, but part of the beach is closed to dogs from 1 April to 30 September. In summer: The beach is split into zones. Zone A: no dogs from Good Friday or 1 April. Zone B: dogs on a lead from 1 May to 30 September. Zone C: no dog restrictions. The zones are shown on the landowner's map and on signs. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach outside the summer season.