Dog-friendly beaches in Poole

Sand status, settled. Each beach carries its month ring — moss means go, rosehip means the council says no.

Branksome Chine Beach

The stretch of Poole Bay sand between Branksome Chine and Alum Chine, with the wooded chine running inland behind it. BCP Council names the western side of Alum Chine to Branksome Chine Beach Office as open to dogs all year round, which makes this the go-to summer beach on this side of the bay. Dogs must be on the lead on the promenade.

Off-lead OK

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Hamworthy Beach

Small harbour beach beside Hamworthy Park on the western shore of Poole Harbour, sheltered, shallow and utterly unlike the open-sea beaches. BCP Council names Hamworthy beach as open to dogs all year round. Park and playground behind, and the water is flat enough for a nervous swimmer.

Off-lead OK

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