Dog restrictions in place on some Pembrokeshire beaches

While many Pembrokeshire beaches welcome dogs all year around, there are some restrictions in place between 1st May and September 30th on the most popular beaches.

Between these dates total dog bans are in place at Tenby North beach and Whitesands.

Partial dog bans cover Lydstep, Newgale beach and pebble bank, Coppet Hall (voluntary), Saundersfoot beach and promenade, Tenby Castle and South Beach, Amroth beach and promenade, Poppit Sands, Broad Haven North and Dale.

This means there are some areas of the beach where dogs are not allowed to align with the requirements of the Blue Flag Status for our award winning beaches and ensures all visitors enjoy their time on our wonderful beaches.

You can see and download maps of the beaches and the restrictions in place on the Visit Pembrokeshire website. The restricted areas are also displayed on notice and information boards at the relevant beach – there is also information on the restrictions at all our beach information boards

Cllr Rhys Sinnett, the Cabinet Member for Residents Services, said: “We are very lucky to have so many beaches where people can visit with their pets throughout the year.

“Dog restrictions are in place at some beaches during the summer period in order that everyone can enjoy their time by the sea. The beaches with partial restrictions still have dog exercise / walking areas – just please check the information boards.

“This summer we will be implementing an approach which focuses on education over enforcement. This means that while enforcement officers will be overseeing the restrictions locally, a warning will be issued for first offence in the first instance, rather than a fixed penalty notice (or FPN) – however, the dog owner will be requested to leave the restricted area promptly.

“However, FPN’s will be issued if someone repeatedly enters into the restricted areas with a dog following their warning or does not leave when requested by an officer. We hope this strikes a balance and thank dog owners in advance for their co-operation.”

“We hope you enjoy the time outside with your dogs, however, please also support us by adhering to these restrictions.”

Find more information on Dog Friendly Beaches here: https://www.visitpembrokeshire.com/.../dog-friendly-beaches.