Weymouth Beach

Dog-Friendly Beach in Dorset

Weymouth Beach provides the quintessential English seaside resort experience with its sweeping arc of golden sand, Victorian esplanade, and comprehensive amenities. The Blue Flag beach offers excellent water quality and safety standards, with RNLI lifeguards providing summer cover. The combination of resort facilities and natural beauty has attracted visitors for over 250 years. Dogs are banned from the main central beach from Good Friday to the end of October, but a dedicated dog exercise area near the Pavilion provides year-round access. This arrangement protects the busy family areas while ensuring dog owners have good exercise opportunities. The esplanade allows on-lead walking throughout the year, connecting dog-friendly areas. Parking is available throughout the town with disabled spaces near the beach. The level promenade provides excellent accessibility with regular benches, toilets, and facilities. The town offers comprehensive amenities including shops, restaurants, attractions, and regular events. The historic harbour area provides additional interest, while nearby attractions include Nothe Fort and the Sea Life Centre. Ferry connections to Portland and the Channel Islands extend the area's appeal.

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