Weymouth Beach

The rules we hold

• Dogs are not allowed (the main sandy beach from Greenhill Groyne to the dog exercise area by the Pavilion) from 1 May to 30 September.
• Dogs are allowed (Greenhill Groyne to Overcombe).
• Dogs are allowed (the dog exercise area by the Pavilion).
• Dogs must be on a lead (the promenade). Weymouth Town Council.

Zone wording is Dorset Council’s beach table. Weymouth Town Council also says dogs must be on a lead on the promenade: https://www.weymouthtowncouncil.gov.uk/dogs-on-beaches/

Official source

Walking dogs on beaches — Dorset Council

Dorset Council. Last checked 11 November 2026.

A breach can mean a fixed penalty. The amount is on the council page.

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