Dovercourt beaches

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

Two stretches

Source: Tendring District Council. Rules set by Tendring District Council. Checked 24 October 2026.

Many restrictions cover only part of a beach. Follow the signs, and use the source for exact boundaries.

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Getting onto the beach

• A slope and steps onto the beach; promenade access by West End Lane (Dovercourt Bay Leisure Centre) or the gate by the lower lighthouses.

Access source: Tendring District Council, checked October 2026.

Assistance dogs: most council dog orders and beach bans exempt assistance dogs, such as guide and hearing dogs. Check the source if you are unsure.

Nearby restricted beaches

• Harwich (Outpart East to Low Lighthouse)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Felixstowe (signed areas)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Walton-on-the-Naze (central and north)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Frinton (Connaught Ave to Cambridge Rd)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Holland-on-Sea (two stretches)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Clacton (Pier to Martello Bay, and north-east)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September