Many of Devon's busier town and resort beaches restrict dogs over the summer. Most run a ban from 1 May to 30 September, but a few start earlier and several use zoned rules rather than a blanket ban. The lists below are taken from our beach data. Dates can change year to year, so always confirm on the beach page and on the signage before you travel.
These Devon beaches run a seasonal dog ban from 1 May to 30 September. On some, the ban applies only to one section or zone, with another part open year-round, so check the beach page for the detail.
Two popular North Devon and Teignbridge beaches begin their ban a month early, on 1 April. Worth knowing if you are planning an Easter or spring visit.
These beaches do not run a simple all-or-nothing ban. Instead they set designated dog areas or part-beach restrictions, which vary by section and sometimes by time of day. Check the individual beach page for exactly where and when dogs are allowed.
Plenty of Devon beaches welcome dogs every day of the year. If you want guaranteed summer access, see our 10 best year-round dog beaches in Devon. To understand how these restrictions are made and enforced, read how UK beach dog bans work.
Devon Dog Beaches