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Highcliffe Beach

A long Christchurch beach. Only the stretch between groynes H4 and H8 is closed to dogs in summer.

Highcliffe Beach · Dorset

RESTRICTED

  • Dogs are not allowed (between groynes H4 and H8) from 1 May to 30 September.
  • Dogs are allowed (the rest of the beach, outside groynes H4 to H8).

Also: Dogs must be on a lead (the promenade).

For 1 May 2027. Assistance dogs are usually exempt — check the council page.

The rules we hold

  • Dogs are not allowed (between groynes H4 and H8) from 1 May to 30 September.
  • Dogs are allowed (the rest of the beach, outside groynes H4 to H8).
  • Dogs must be on a lead (the promenade).

Official source

Highcliffe beach — BCP Council

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. Last checked 11 November 2026.

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

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