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13 Dog Friendly Beaches in Hampshire
Hoping to include your canine companion on your next adventure in Hampshire? Planning a dog friendly getaway but unsure where is suitable? Look no further than this handy guide for dog friendly beaches in Hampshire!
Whether you're seeking a scenic coastal stroll or a leisurely countryside ramble, we've got you covered. Discover some of the most dog friendly beach spots in this picturesque county, ensuring your furry pal can tag along and make magical memories with you.
Whether you want to head to popular summer beaches like Southsea, or a Blue Flag beach like Eastoke Beach (Hayling Island), there’s sure to be a beach to suit everyone’s needs! So, let’s get started…
Calshot Beach
Calshot Beach is a shingle beach that reaches out into the mouth of Southampton Water. It’s popular for walking, swimming, and watersports like windsurfing and kitesurfing due to its exposed position. The beach has a family-friendly atmosphere with amenities like cafes, shops, and beach huts for hire.
Find out moreWatch the boats and cruise liners on the Solent, and take a paddle in the waters with your pooch.
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round but look out for restrictions and signs that may require you to keep your dog on a lead.
Milford-on-Sea Beach
Home to a sandy beach when the tide is low and views toward Christchurch Harbour and the Isle of Wight, this picturesque beach is backed by colourful beach huts. Milford-on-Sea Beach is great for enjoying the spectacular views from the top of the beach huts, with a walkway that runs along the top – you and your pup can enjoy its full length.
Find out moreThis spot is perfect for dog walks and is one of the best dog friendly beaches in Hampshire!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Taddiford Gap
This remote beach near Milford-on-Sea is full of shingle and mud-sand and is a great beach to escape the hustle and bustle. The low cliffs at Taddiford Gap are well known for being rich in fossils. Did you know that shark teeth, microfossils, and even mammal and crocodile remains have been found here? Why not see what you can discover with your pooch by your side?
Find out moreDog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Barton-on-Sea Beach
Barton-on-Sea is a shingle beach that is backed by cliffs to the east of Bournemouth. As the cliffs can be unstable, this is a great location for fossil hunting and beachcombing. The gently sloping beach is ideal for families with dogs and the promenade has cafes, shops, and beach huts – perfect for a Hampshire holiday day out!
Find out moreDog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Southsea Beach
Another one of the Hampshire dog friendly beaches is this long stretch of shingle beach that runs along the seafront of the city of Portsmouth and is more than your typical seaside resort! Southsea Beach has traditional seaside resort attractions like amusement parks, piers, and fish & chip shops.
Find out moreThe beach and surrounding area also host large events and festivals in the summer months, so why not plan your holiday around that? And at only a 30-minute drive from the Mill Rythe Holiday Park, it’s the perfect holiday plan!
Dog restriction: Dogs are not permitted at the Hotwalls in Old Portsmouth, or in the area between Southsea Castle and the Royal Marines statue on Eastney Parade, from 1st May – 30th September.
Goatee Beach
Goatee Beach is a small shingle, remote beach behind Eling Church and a tranquil environment, just a 30-minute drive from the Sandy Balls Holiday Park. It may not be a place where you sunbathe, but it’s amazing for dog walks and enjoying views of the estuary.
Find out moreIf you’re after a spot away from the crowds, this is definitely one to visit and one where your pooch can have full access, as one of the best dog friendly beaches in Hampshire!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Browndown Point Beach
Another great beach that you’ll find on the Hampshire coast is this stunning pebble beach known as Browndown Beach. With lots of open space, is known for its dramatic scenery and kayaking opportunities, as well as being a designated Area of Special Scientific Interest – some parts of the beach are fenced off to protect the coastal vegetation.
Find out morePopular amongst anglers and dog walkers, there’s plenty to get up to here!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round, just keep an eye out for occasional days when the army uses it for training. You’ll likely see red flag warnings.
Stokes Bay
This southwest-facing beach named Stokes Bay in Gosport is a shingle beach known for a range of watersports and swimming – even your dog can have a paddle! Plus, with the Gosport Splash Park on the seafront, it’s perfect for kids too (dogs aren’t permitted here). With plenty of historical significance and locations like the Diving Museum, you can have a great day out here.
Find out moreDog restrictions: Seasonal dog ban from 1st May – 30th September, from the main pebble beach to the lifeboat station, but still all-year access at the east end of the Bay towards Gilkicker.
Eastoke Beach (Hayling Island)
On Hayling Island with its Blue Flag status, and a 10-minute drive from the holiday park here, Eastoke Beach is a pebble and sand beach that’s extremely popular due to its unspoilt nature. This makes it perfect as one of the best dog friendly beaches in Hampshire for your pooch to explore. Great for a whole range of watersports, there’s plenty that can occupy your day out here.
Find out moreDid you know that windsurfing was invented on Hayling Island and still remains popular here, so why not give it a go?
Dog restrictions: Seasonal dog restriction between 1st May – 30th September where dogs are not allowed on the Blue Flag Beaches, but are allowed on these following sections: from the golf club to Ferry, the funfair to Creek Road (Eastoke), and Bosmere Road to the lifeboat station.
Hill Head Beach
This shingle beach is set across the Solent from the Isle of Wight, which is backed by a tarmac walkway. Hill Head Beach provides sweeping views across the water and is popular with families, sailors, and windsurfers taking advantage of the sheltered conditions. The Hill Head shoreline is one of the busiest sea lanes.
Find out moreit’s a great spot to just sit back and watch the boats come and go with your pooch.
Dog restrictions: Seasonal dog ban from 1st May – 30th September, between the promenade and tides extending to the west side of Salterns Road car park and the borough boundary with Gosport leading to Lee-on-the-Solent.
1st October – 31st March from the Hill Head Sailing Club to the end of the beach huts on the promenade. Other restrictions may be in place too.
Lee-on-the-Solent
Lee-on-the-Solent has a shingle beach in Gosport, located on the coast of the Solent. The gently sloping beach is good for watersports and greensward and is perfect for picnics, exercise, relaxation, and games of fetch with your pooch. A promenade runs along the beach with cafes, seaside attractions, and beach huts – a perfect definition of Hampshire dog friendly beaches!
Find out moreDog restrictions: Seasonal dog restriction in signed, controlled areas between 1st May – 30th September.
Hordle Cliff
Hordle Cliff is a remote stretch of unspoiled beach featuring chalk cliffs that provide great vantage points and at low tide, it has a sandy shoreline backed by pebbles. People love to gather for plenty of activities, including surfing or playing a beach game, like cricket, with ample space for your whole family to explore.
Find out moreEven your dog can have the best time exploring everything that this beautiful beach has to offer!
Lepe
This stony beach that forms part of Lepe Country Park is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With views across to the Isle of Wight and some of the best coastal walks perfect for your dog, you can experience the best days out ever! Plus, it’s between a 40-50 minute drive from the Sandy Balls holiday park, allowing you to plan the best day out in the local area!
Find out moreDog restrictions: Dogs are welcome at the country park all year round, but seasonal restrictions at part of the beach from 1st April – 30th September. This will be clearly marked by the flagpole on the beach's western end, and on the telephone cable pole with a yellow sign on the eastern end.
Remember to always check the dog restrictions yourself before visiting as some may vary.
Ready to take your pup to a dog friendly Hampshire beach?
If you answered yes, then we hope that this great list of dog friendly beaches in Hampshire helps you make the best start to your Hampshire holiday!
And with plenty to choose from, this is even better because you can access them easily from the dog-friendly holiday parks here. With your accommodation and beaches sorted, you’ve got the large majority of your holiday plans covered, so if you haven’t already, why not book your next getaway today? Then, you can share some of the best holiday memories with your pooch right by your side!
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