Can my dog go on Worthing Beach (central)?
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 Heene Road to Splash Point, at the end of Warwick Road. Dogs must be on a lead on the promenade from George V Avenue to Windsor Road all year. |
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| Winter | Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April. |
| Also | Dogs must be on a lead on the pier all year. |
| Fine | £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court) |
Where to go instead
On the map
Nearest beaches: Worthing East Beach (0.0 miles), Widewater Beach (0.9 miles), Lancing Beach (1.5 miles).
Where this comes from
These rules are set by Worthing Borough Council. Read them at the source: Worthing 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 Worthing Beach (central)?
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 Heene Road to Splash Point, at the end of Warwick Road. Dogs must be on a lead on the promenade from George V Avenue to Windsor Road all year. In winter: Dogs allowed on the whole beach from 1 October to 30 April.
What is the fine for taking a dog on Worthing Beach (central) during the ban?
Worthing Borough Council can issue a £100 fixed penalty (up to £1,000 if it goes to court).
Where can I take my dog near Worthing Beach (central) instead?
Worthing East Beach, where dogs are allowed all year.