Dog Friendly Beaches in Suffolk
With miles of beautiful beaches open to the public year round, Suffolk is a great place to bring your dog on holiday.
Suffolk coasts are famous for being dog-friendly and there's never a dog-friendly beach too far away from one of Suffolk's many beautiful coastal towns and villages.
The good news is that from October through April, there are no dog restrictions in force in Suffolk, so your pet can enjoy the benefits of any stretch of beach you like!
In the summer however, there are restrictions on some beaches, so here's a town-by-town listing of restrictions from ca 1st May through to ca 30th September :
Although the main beach has restrictions during the summer months, there is a mile of wonderful dog-friendly beach just to the North of Aldburgh which is well signposted, and stretches from the Wentworth Hotel to Thorpeness. Find out more about Aldeburgh.
When visiting this fantastic beach, why not check out The Brudenell Hotel, Aldeburgh? (above) This family friendly hotel is the perfect place to stay for a seaside holiday, and well behaved dogs (must be on a lead) are welcome.
Another dog friendly option for Aldeburgh accommodation is the Wentworth Hotel. Situated directly opposite Aldeburgh beach, this friendly hotel welcomes dogs and families alike.
While the main beach of Felixstowe has dog restrictions in place from May through September, there are dog friendly beaches on either side of the restricted area, streching from Spa Pavilion to Wheeler Road. These areas are well signposted and easy to spot.
Find out more about Felixstowe - Services in Felixstowe.
With the beautiful National Trust site of Dunwich Heath (pictured above) and a beach (part of which is pictured below) that's dog-friendly all year round, Dunwich makes a fantastic dog friendly location with plenty of long walks and refreshing water on offer.
Bear in mind however, that Dunwich is the home to RSPB Minsmere so there are occasional restrictions on dogs on the Heath (not beach) during the nesting season. If you're not sure that your dog will stay on the beach then it's best to check with nearby Aldeburgh TIC (see Suffolk TIC's) before you make your trip to ensure these nesting restrictions aren't in place.
The Ship, Dunwich offers fantastic refreshment and accommodation, and also happily welcomes dogs. Surrounded by magnificent nature reserves and heathland as well as miles of beautiful beach, this dog loving hotel makes for a great place for both you and your four-legged friend to visit.
Find things to do during your stay in Suffolk - you may even find a Dog Show to attend! Click on the links below to find out What's On in - -
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Ipswich
Bury St Edmunds
Woodbridge
Discreetly situated between Dunwich and Thorpeness, Sizewell beach boasts fantastic coastlines which have no restrictions on dogs year-round! Whether your pooch prefers a stroll in the midday sun or a sprint on a frosty morning, Sizewell beach caters for all! It also makes a perfect middle ground for a stroll north to Dunwich, past RSPB Minsmere, or south to Thorpeness.
One of Suffolk's most famous beaches, Southwold, offers a fantastic holiday resort for the family. Although the main beaches of Southwold have pet restrictions in place during the summer months, Southwold Benes, just north of the main beach, is dog-friendly throughout the year. Simply follow the A1095 from Southwold to the Denes.
Also the stunning sandy beach to the South of Southwold, down towards Walberswick, is pet friendly and welcomes dogs all year round.
While you're there, why not visit Southwold Pier one of Suffolk's most famous attractions?
Whether you want to test your luck in the amusement arcade, enjoy an ice cream or a home made cake, or simply 'walk the dog' in the under the Pier Show, Southwold Pier makes for a fantastic day out for all the family.
Why not extend your visit by staying at Haw Wood Farm Caravan & Camping Park, near Southwold? The park welcomes dogs but they must be kept on a lead whilst on site.
This picture-perfect coastal village is holiday home to many British celebrities, as well as playing host to the yearly Crabbing Championship in August. It's also completely dog friendly, with no pet restrictions in place. Click here for more information on Walberswick.
The Anchor Inn is a dog friendly place to stay in Walberswick, offering fantastic food & comfortable accommodation in recently renovated chalets, so check it out.
Just south of Lowestoft is the large, unspoilt beach at Kessingland where dogs are permitted on leads EXCEPT for the period between 1st May to 30 September.
While Lowestoft itself has restrictions around the Pavilion and town beach, nearby Gunton Denes is dog-friendly, and is signposted off the B1385, north of Lowestoft. For information on the beaches around Lowestoft, please contact the Tourist Information Centre on 01502 533 600. More about Lowestoft.
Which beach in Suffolk does your hound love to race around on?! Please let us know at suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com.
Suffolk coasts are famous for being dog-friendly and there's never a dog-friendly beach too far away from one of Suffolk's many beautiful coastal towns and villages.
The good news is that from October through April, there are no dog restrictions in force in Suffolk, so your pet can enjoy the benefits of any stretch of beach you like!
In the summer however, there are restrictions on some beaches, so here's a town-by-town listing of restrictions from ca 1st May through to ca 30th September :
Aldeburgh
Although the main beach has restrictions during the summer months, there is a mile of wonderful dog-friendly beach just to the North of Aldburgh which is well signposted, and stretches from the Wentworth Hotel to Thorpeness. Find out more about Aldeburgh.
When visiting this fantastic beach, why not check out The Brudenell Hotel, Aldeburgh? (above) This family friendly hotel is the perfect place to stay for a seaside holiday, and well behaved dogs (must be on a lead) are welcome.
Another dog friendly option for Aldeburgh accommodation is the Wentworth Hotel. Situated directly opposite Aldeburgh beach, this friendly hotel welcomes dogs and families alike.
Dog Friendly Suffolk
With fantastic beaches, open coastlines, and very few places you can't take your canine pals, plan a day out on the Suffolk Coast today. For dog friendly attractions in Suffolk, please see
Dog Friendly Suffolk.
With fantastic beaches, open coastlines, and very few places you can't take your canine pals, plan a day out on the Suffolk Coast today. For dog friendly attractions in Suffolk, please see
Dog Friendly Suffolk.
Felixstowe
While the main beach of Felixstowe has dog restrictions in place from May through September, there are dog friendly beaches on either side of the restricted area, streching from Spa Pavilion to Wheeler Road. These areas are well signposted and easy to spot.
Find out more about Felixstowe - Services in Felixstowe.
Dog Friendly Pubs in Suffolk
Find the perfect place for some light refreshment for you and your four-legged friend in Suffolk by clicking on the link above!
Find the perfect place for some light refreshment for you and your four-legged friend in Suffolk by clicking on the link above!
Dunwich
With the beautiful National Trust site of Dunwich Heath (pictured above) and a beach (part of which is pictured below) that's dog-friendly all year round, Dunwich makes a fantastic dog friendly location with plenty of long walks and refreshing water on offer.
Bear in mind however, that Dunwich is the home to RSPB Minsmere so there are occasional restrictions on dogs on the Heath (not beach) during the nesting season. If you're not sure that your dog will stay on the beach then it's best to check with nearby Aldeburgh TIC (see Suffolk TIC's) before you make your trip to ensure these nesting restrictions aren't in place.
The Ship, Dunwich offers fantastic refreshment and accommodation, and also happily welcomes dogs. Surrounded by magnificent nature reserves and heathland as well as miles of beautiful beach, this dog loving hotel makes for a great place for both you and your four-legged friend to visit.
Find things to do during your stay in Suffolk - you may even find a Dog Show to attend! Click on the links below to find out What's On in - -
Suffolk
Ipswich
Bury St Edmunds
Woodbridge
Sizewell
Discreetly situated between Dunwich and Thorpeness, Sizewell beach boasts fantastic coastlines which have no restrictions on dogs year-round! Whether your pooch prefers a stroll in the midday sun or a sprint on a frosty morning, Sizewell beach caters for all! It also makes a perfect middle ground for a stroll north to Dunwich, past RSPB Minsmere, or south to Thorpeness.
Southwold
One of Suffolk's most famous beaches, Southwold, offers a fantastic holiday resort for the family. Although the main beaches of Southwold have pet restrictions in place during the summer months, Southwold Benes, just north of the main beach, is dog-friendly throughout the year. Simply follow the A1095 from Southwold to the Denes.
Also the stunning sandy beach to the South of Southwold, down towards Walberswick, is pet friendly and welcomes dogs all year round.
While you're there, why not visit Southwold Pier one of Suffolk's most famous attractions?
Whether you want to test your luck in the amusement arcade, enjoy an ice cream or a home made cake, or simply 'walk the dog' in the under the Pier Show, Southwold Pier makes for a fantastic day out for all the family.
Why not extend your visit by staying at Haw Wood Farm Caravan & Camping Park, near Southwold? The park welcomes dogs but they must be kept on a lead whilst on site.
Dog Friendly Accommodation in Suffolk
How could you possibly leave your faithful companion behind when you go away on holiday? With lots of dog-friendly accommodation available in Suffolk, you won’t have to. Please see Dog Friendly Accommodation in Suffolk for more information.
How could you possibly leave your faithful companion behind when you go away on holiday? With lots of dog-friendly accommodation available in Suffolk, you won’t have to. Please see Dog Friendly Accommodation in Suffolk for more information.
Walberswick
This picture-perfect coastal village is holiday home to many British celebrities, as well as playing host to the yearly Crabbing Championship in August. It's also completely dog friendly, with no pet restrictions in place. Click here for more information on Walberswick.
The Anchor Inn is a dog friendly place to stay in Walberswick, offering fantastic food & comfortable accommodation in recently renovated chalets, so check it out.
Kessingland
Just south of Lowestoft is the large, unspoilt beach at Kessingland where dogs are permitted on leads EXCEPT for the period between 1st May to 30 September.
Lowestoft
While Lowestoft itself has restrictions around the Pavilion and town beach, nearby Gunton Denes is dog-friendly, and is signposted off the B1385, north of Lowestoft. For information on the beaches around Lowestoft, please contact the Tourist Information Centre on 01502 533 600. More about Lowestoft.
Which beach in Suffolk does your hound love to race around on?! Please let us know at suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com.
