Porthkidney Beach
Cornwall is not only a great place for families, couples and independent travellers but also for our four-legged friends. Why leave your dog at home when Cornwall is the ideal place to enjoy with your family pet.
Cornwall welcomes dogs with its miles and miles of glorious sandy beaches, scenic coves with rock pools, hundreds of miles of public footpaths and fascinating trails, rugged moorland, acres of woodland and not forgetting the Cornwall Coast Path.
If you're going cycling along any of Cornwall's multi-use trails such as the beautiful Camel Trail, your dog can go with you, even if he's getting on a bit and not so good on his legs anymore. Dog buggies can be hired to tow behind your bicycle.
All types of accommodation throughout Cornwall welcome dogs as do many pubs and restaurants.
Of Cornwall's hundreds of beaches at least 159 welcome dogs all year round, 47 have seasonal restrictions between Easter and the 1st of October and only 7 beaches do not allow dogs at any time of the year. Of the seasonal restrictions, 32 only restrict dogs between 7am - 7pm or 8am - 7pm so there are plenty of beaches for you and your dog to enjoy whatever time of year you choose to visit.
As dog owners ourselves we know how much our own dog loves being in Cornwall: meeting up with doggy friends while playing ball on the beach, enjoying a splash while bounding through the waves and experiencing the new smells of the countryside on coastal foot paths and moorland walks.
During the summer months many towns and villages in Cornwall hold country fairs and village fetes with dog shows awarding everything from fun, waggiest tail to more formal, pedigree events. Cornwall even holds its own dog festival, where your dog can invite you along to enjoy the day (dog and owner entertainments on the day).
How to use this website to find dog friendly places to stay, dog friendly beaches, dog friendly pubs and dog friendly attractions and places to visit. Wondering where you can take your dog in Cornwall?
See the information below for details of beaches, our map of dog friendly beaches and seasonally restricted beaches and other dog friendly locations in Cornwall to help you plan your holiday.
For dog friendly accommodation, visitor attractions, pubs and more dog friendly places see our adjacent listings.
You can also use the 'Search intoCornwall.com' tool on the top of all our pages to search for dog friendly accommodation and locations. Just enter dog friendly in the box and click Search.
Visiting an attraction where you can't take your dog or going out for the day/evening and don't want to leave your dog home alone? View Dog Sitters in Cornwall.
Seaton and Downderry Beaches
Beaches
with Partial or All Year Dog Bans
Land's End Peninsula | ||
1 | Carbis Bay | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
2 | Godrevy | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
3 | Gwithian | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
4 | Hayle Towans | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
5 | Marazion | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
6 | Mousehole | All year ban in harbour |
7 | Mousehole (outside harbour) | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
8 | Penzance | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
9 | Perranuthnoe | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
10 | Portcew | Easter Day - 1st October |
11 | Porth Chapel | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
12 | Porthcurno | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
13 | Porthgwarra | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
14 | Porthgwidden | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
15 | Porthmeor Beach | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
16 | Porthminster | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
17 | Praa Sands | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
18 | Priests Cove Cape Cornwall | 1st April - 1st October |
19 | Sennen Cove and Harbour | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
20 | St Ives Harbour | 1st May - 30th September 8am - 7pm |
Lizard Peninsula | ||
21 | Cadgwith Cove (South) | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
22 | Gunwalloe Church Cove | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
23 | Housel Bay | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
24 | Kennack Sands (west side near the car park) | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
25 | Poldhu | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
26 | Polurrian Cove | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
27 | Porthleven West | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
28 | St Anthony in Meneage | Easter Day - 1st October |
Redruth - St Agnes Area | ||
29 | Chapel Porth | Easter Day - 1st October |
30 | Porthtowan | Easter Day - 1st October |
31 | Portreath | Easter Day - 1st October |
Truro - Falmouth Area | ||
32 | Castle Beach | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
33 | Gyllyngvase Beach | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
34 | Kiberick Cove | Dogs are not allowed on Kiberick Cove beach between Easter Day and October 1st |
35 | Maenporth Beach | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
36 | Men-aver | Easter Day - 1st October |
37 | Portmellon | Dogs are banned during July, August and September |
38 | Summers Beach | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
39 | Swanpool Beach | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
40 | Tattams Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
41 | Tavern Beach | Easter Day - 1st October 7am - 7pm |
Newquay - Padstow Area | ||
42 | Greenaways | Easter Day - 1st October |
43 | Hawkers Cove | Easter Day - 1st October |
44 | Lusty Glaze | 1st May - 30th September |
45 | Polzeath | Easter Day - 1st October |
46 | Port Quin | Easter Day - 1st October |
47 | Porth (Newquay) | 1st May - 30th September 9am - 7pm |
48 | Rock Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
49 | St. George's Well | Easter Day - 1st October |
50 | Tolcarne | 1st May - 30th September |
51 | Trevone | Easter Day - 1st October |
St Austell - Fowey Area | ||
52 | Charlestown | All Year Ban |
53 | Crinnis Beach | All year Ban |
54 | Duporth Beach | All year Ban |
55 | Pentewan Beach | All year Ban |
56 | Polgaver | Easter Day - 1st October |
57 | Polkerris Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
58 | Porthpean Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
59 | Readymoney Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
60 | Whitehouse Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
Looe and South East Cornwall | ||
61 | Cawsand Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
62 | East Looe Beach | All year Ban |
63 | Fiinygook Beach | Easter Day - 1st October |
64 | Lansallos Cove | Easter Day - 1st October |
65 | Millendreath Beach | All year Ban |
66 | Portwrinkle | Easter Day - 1st October |
Tintagel and North Cornwall | ||
67 | Crackington Haven | Easter Day - 1st October |
68 | Crooklets | Easter Day - 1st October |
69 | Marsland Mouth | Easter Day - 1st October |
70 | Widemouth Bay | Easter Day - 1st October (North Beach Only) |
Isles of Scilly | ||
71 | Old Town Bay | 1st May - 30th September |
72 | Porthcressa | 1st May - 30th September |
73 | Porthmellon | 1st May - 30th September |
Dog Friendly Beaches
where dogs are allowed all year round.
(always check if your dog needs to be kept on a lead)
Before You Travel
Check with your accommodation to make sure you know their policy on accepting pets. Think about what you'll do with your dog whilst visiting restaurants or attractions that do not accept dogs. If you're travelling by public transport check the travel company's policy on carrying dogs.
Trains in the UK will allow two dogs per passenger at no extra charge provided the dogs are kept on a lead or in a basket and they do not cause inconvenience to other passengers or staff. A charge will be made for per extra dog if the allowance is exceeded.
Buses and trains in Cornwall do allow dogs. Coaches to Cornwall do not allow dogs except for guide dogs, hearing dogs or assistance dogs.
Travelling by Car
Never leave your dog unattended in a vehicle, even for a short time, when it's warm or hot outside. Dogs left in warm cars will suffer from heat exhaustion and could die. If you have to leave your dog alone in your car at any other time, leave a note stating when you will be returning to your vehicle and do return on time. This will avoid concerned members of the public from contacting the RSPCA or Police to free the dog.
Travelling from the EU
If you are bringing your dog on holiday with you you must comply with UK Pets Travel Scheme (PETS)
Before travelling to the UK, you must take your dog to a vet so that it can be:
Dogs must also be treated by a vet for tapeworm, not less than 24 hours and not more than 120 hours before its scheduled time of entry into the UK.
You must wait 21 days from the date of the rabies vaccination before travelling.
Once these steps are carried out, you can travel from most EU countries and some non-EU countries
If you are travelling from an Unlisted Country
An 'unlisted' country is any country not included in the list of EU or non-EU countries. You need to take extra steps if you return from an unlisted country
You must book your return journey in advance with a PETS-approved sea, air or rail route.
Most major ferry companies, airlines and rail operators are approved.
For full details please check: www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad
Perranporth Beach
When in Cornwall
If your dog is elderly or frail it will be better to exercise them during cooler times of the day such as early morning or late evening to avoid over exerting them in hot weather. The law requires that all dogs wear a collar and tag with the name and address of their owner. You may find it useful to place a temporary tag on your dog with the address of your holiday accommodation. If your dog goes missing in Cornwall please contact the Cornwall Dog Welfare Service on the number below.
Be responsible and keep your dog under control. Depending on the circumstances or the location short leads, extending leads or even off lead may be appropriate. Remember, you may know your dog is friendly and just likes to greet people but a family on the beach with small children may find the sight of your Great Dane bounding towards them somewhat daunting.
Useful numbers
RSPCA in Cornwall
Tel: 01637 881455 Day
24-Hr Cruelty Line 0300 1234 999
Cornwall Dog Welfare and Enforcement Service
If you lose your dog while visiting Cornwall: 0300 1234 212
Police 101
Animal Rescue Centres in Cornwall
Vets in Cornwall
Send a picture of your dog enjoying Cornwall and be featured in our Doggie Gallery
Perranporth Beach
Books:
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Map of Dog friendly Cornwall locations in Cornwall Use the + scale on the left of the map to zoom in on an area. Click on a marker to see the name of the location and click the box to go to the information about that place. To zoom out click - on the scale. (Google Map integrated by www.choughmountain.eu) |
Dog friendly Cornwall locations in Cornwall
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Dog friendly Cornwall
Cornwall Council's One Stop Shops have dog waste bags available at £2 per 100
Things to do Waterskiing
Maps of Cornwall : The Ordnance Survey publishes the Explorer series of maps which are
ideal for walkers.
Those covering Cornwall:
Map of Isles of Scilly: 101 Isles of Scilly
For more information: www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk
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