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Dover · South East

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 9am to 6pm

Promenade: leads all year

Source: Dover District Council. Rules set by Dover District Council. Checked 24 October 2026.

Many restrictions cover only part of a beach. Follow the signs, and use the source for exact boundaries.

Getting onto the beach

Access details (step-free routes, beach wheelchairs, Blue Badge parking, accessible toilets) haven't been added for this beach yet.

Assistance dogs: most council dog orders and beach bans exempt assistance dogs, such as guide and hearing dogs. Check the source if you are unsure.

St Margaret's BayDogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 9am to 6pm
Sunny SandsDogs banned 1 May to 30 September
Mermaid BeachDogs banned 1 May to 30 September
Deal (Deal Castle to Sandown Castle)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September, 9am to 6pm
Sandgate (Castle to Seabrook)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
Hythe (Twiss Road to St Leonards Road)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

Council area: Dover District Council (town, park and other dog rules).