Dog Friendly Beaches in Exeter, UK

Here are the dog-friendly beaches closest to Exeter. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

Pet Friendly Vault Beach
Vault Beach Vault Beach in Saint Austell is dog-friendly. This sheltered beach is surrounded by calm sea, ideal for a doggy paddle. A 15 minute walk along the coastal path from the Vault Beach Car Park will lead you to this scenic seaside spot. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details
Pet Friendly Sandymouth Bay Beach
Sandymouth Bay Beach Sandymouth Bay Beach is pet-friendly. This National Trust beach is an awesome place to visit when the tide is out. At low tide you can walk the 2 miles from Crooklets Beach to Sandymouth along the beach. Dogs are allowed on the beach, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Daymer Bay Daymer Bay is pet-friendly year-round. This stunning beach forms long stretches of golden sand. Enjoy a stroll with your pup through the dunes and marvel at the ocean views. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Carlyon Bay Carlyon Bay is pet-friendly. This bay is made up of three beaches near St Austell on the south coast of Cornwall, England. Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach from September 30 through Easter Sunday. See Details
Saunton Beach An idyllically situated dog friendly beach, Saunton Sands measures at over 3 miles of stunning golden sand and plays host to some of the best surf in the country – when the conditions are right!

Found between the villages of Braunton and Croyde in North Devon, England, Saunton is the beach of choice for dog owners in the area. Unlike other beaches in the UK, Saunton allows dogs all year round. The beach is backed by Braunton Burrows UNESCO Biosphere reserve - the biggest sand dune system in England! Come and let your dogs run on the beach, swim in the sea, and explore the sand dunes! It's a dog's paradise!

If you're looking for dog friendly accommodation in the area, Saunton Beach Villas are the place to chose. They are located just a stone's throw from the beach and enjoy an unrivalled location unlike any cottage, caravan, or hotel you've stayed in before!

Arriving by the B3231 from Braunton the main entrance is a turning on the left after Saunton Sands Golf Club.

The facilities are easy to locate on arrival and staff in the car park are always happy to help with any questions you may have.
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Trebarwith Strand Trebarwith Strand is pet-friendly. Located just over two miles from Tintagel along the north Cornwall heritage coastline landmarked by Gull Rock. Visit during low tide to explore with your pooch. Dogs are welcome on the strand, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Summerleaze Beach Summerleaze Beach is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome to explore the beach with their owners, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. Located just five minutes from the center of Bude, dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash from 21 May to 30 September from 10am to 6pm. See Details
Harlyn Bay Harlyn Bay is pet-friendly. This surf beach is suitable for novices, so Fido can hop on and carve the waves too. It's an expansive sandy beach to explore with your pooch. Leashed pups are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Northcott Mouth Beach Northcott Mouth Beach is pet-friendly. Play with your pooch in the little stream crossing the beach and the rock pools, while watching surfers carve the waves. If you want to donate for the upkeep of the beach, there's a box at the car park. Dogs are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Crackington Haven Crackington Haven is pet-friendly. This sheltered beach was used as a harbor of sorts in days gone by. The beach itself is fairly rocky, so be sure to keep an eye on your pup's paws. Dogs are welcome on the beach leash-free from September 30 through Easter Sunday. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that their pups leave behind. See Details
Gorran Haven Beach Gorran Haven Beach is pet-friendly. Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round to enjoy a romp through the surf, but must remain leashed. Located just in front of the village of Gorran Haven, this sandy beach is a great Cornish hangout spot. See Details
Blackrock Beach Blackrock Beach is pet-friendly. This rockier end of Widemouth bay is often enjoyed by surfers and families alike. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details
Par Sands Beach Par Sands Beach is pet-friendly. This wide sandy beach is a popular place to bring your pooch for a stroll. Enjoy views of rural views and docks. Leashed dogs are welcome year-round, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Duckpool Bay Duckpool Bay is pet-friendly. This remote beach with rock pools is overlooked by cliffs often carpeted with wild flowers. Dogs are welcome year-round. If you're planning on bringing Fido, make sure you clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details
Hemmick Beach Hemmick Beach is pet-friendly. This secret sandy beach is the ideal place to bring Fido for a seaside wander. Leashed pups are welcome on the beach year-round, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Downderry Beach Downderry Beach is pet-friendly. This sheltered beach is made of grey sand and shingle with rock pools at low tide. Bring your pooch with you for a walk on the rocks and a quick paddle, before retiring to the Inn on the Shore for a pint. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Porthcurnick Beach Porthcurnick Beach is pet-friendly. At low tide, adventure along the Cornish coach with your pooch by your side. This small beach is a nice stop along the way. Dogs are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them and their behavior is monitored by owners. See Details
Monkstone Beach Tucked between Tenby and Saundersfoot, Monkstone Beach in Tenby, UK, is a quiet, dog-friendly attraction surrounded by cliffs, dunes, and rock pools. Visitors can access the remote beach via Trevayne Farm or via the coastal path in Saundersfoot. Dogs are welcome year-round, but visitors should check the tide times before visiting. See Details
Seaton Beach Seaton Beach is pet-friendly. Located at the foot of the wooded Hessenford valley, this stretch of beach is awesome to hang out with your pooch at. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details
Porthluney Cove Beach Porthluney Cove Beach is pet-friendly. The beach allows dogs all year round but visitors are requested to keep their dogs on a leash from June through September. Be careful if Fido goes for a doggy paddle, there's no lifeguard on duty. See Details
Exeter, UK