A sandy cove on the coast neighbouring Devon

Dog-friendly beaches beyond Devon

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1 July 2026·52 beaches

Devon Dog Beaches is a Devon guide first, but our directory reaches a little way over the border onto the neighbouring coast. These 52 beaches sit in Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset, each with its dog-access rule checked the same way as our Devon beaches. Rules here are set by the relevant county council or landowner, and the summer restriction season can differ from Devon's, so always confirm the current signage before you travel.

Beyond DevonNeighbouring coast

Cornwall 26

Just west of the border, reached along the north coast from Hartland or the A30. Rules are set by Cornwall Council, and the summer restriction season can differ from Devon's.

Dorset 17

East along the Jurassic Coast beyond Lyme Regis. Rules are set by Dorset Council and the local town councils.

Somerset 9

North along the Bristol Channel coast. Rules are set by Somerset Council and the relevant landowners.

Looking for Devon itself? Browse the full beach directory, or the North Devon, South Devon, East Devon and Torbay guides.
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