🐾 Beach restrictions lift on 1 October — all Dorset beaches welcome dogs again•🐾 Charmouth Beach: dog-friendly year-round — fossil hunting season in full swing•🐾 Purbeck heathland: keep dogs on leads near ground-nesting birds (April–July)•🐾 Shell Bay, Studland: dog-friendly year-round — no restrictions at the north end•🐾 Damory Vets Blandford: 24/7 emergency service — 01258 452626•🐾 Vets Now Bournemouth: out-of-hours emergency — 01202 859933•🐾 Blue-green algae alert: avoid still water in hot weather — check EA website•🐾 Brownsea Island: dogs on leads at all times — red squirrel conservation area•🐾 RSPB Arne: dogs on leads — Dartford warblers nesting on heathland•🐾 Golden Cap: steep clay paths — slippery after rain, bring paw wax•🐾 Corfe Castle: National Trust car park — dogs welcome on the earthworks•🐾 River Frome at Moreton: excellent swimming — chalk stream, cold and clear•🐾 Hod Hill: National Trust free car park — dogs welcome on the hillfort•🐾 Cranborne Chase: International Dark Sky Reserve — best stargazing in October•🐾 Weymouth beach: seasonal restrictions 1 May–30 September on central section•🐾 Sandbanks Beach: seasonal restrictions 1 May–30 September•🐾 Abbotsbury Swannery: NO dogs permitted — not even guide dogs•🐾 Monkey World: dogs not permitted inside — free kennels available on site•🐾 South West Coast Path: entire Dorset section is public footpath — free access•🐾 Maiden Castle: free access at all times — English Heritage site•🐾 Beach restrictions lift on 1 October — all Dorset beaches welcome dogs again•🐾 Charmouth Beach: dog-friendly year-round — fossil hunting season in full swing•🐾 Purbeck heathland: keep dogs on leads near ground-nesting birds (April–July)•🐾 Shell Bay, Studland: dog-friendly year-round — no restrictions at the north end•🐾 Damory Vets Blandford: 24/7 emergency service — 01258 452626•🐾 Vets Now Bournemouth: out-of-hours emergency — 01202 859933•🐾 Blue-green algae alert: avoid still water in hot weather — check EA website•🐾 Brownsea Island: dogs on leads at all times — red squirrel conservation area•🐾 RSPB Arne: dogs on leads — Dartford warblers nesting on heathland•🐾 Golden Cap: steep clay paths — slippery after rain, bring paw wax•🐾 Corfe Castle: National Trust car park — dogs welcome on the earthworks•🐾 River Frome at Moreton: excellent swimming — chalk stream, cold and clear•🐾 Hod Hill: National Trust free car park — dogs welcome on the hillfort•🐾 Cranborne Chase: International Dark Sky Reserve — best stargazing in October•🐾 Weymouth beach: seasonal restrictions 1 May–30 September on central section•🐾 Sandbanks Beach: seasonal restrictions 1 May–30 September•🐾 Abbotsbury Swannery: NO dogs permitted — not even guide dogs•🐾 Monkey World: dogs not permitted inside — free kennels available on site•🐾 South West Coast Path: entire Dorset section is public footpath — free access•🐾 Maiden Castle: free access at all times — English Heritage site•
West Bexington Beach, West Bexington
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West Bexington Beach

West Bexington · West Dorset

Designated area only

Dogs permitted year-round in the designated dog exercise area only. Shingle beach on Chesil Bank.

About West Bexington Beach

West Bexington Beach is a quiet shingle beach, popular with anglers and dog walkers. It offers superb views and a designated area where dogs are welcome all year round. The beach shelves steeply, so caution is advised near the water's edge.

Notable features: Part of Chesil Beach, popular with anglers, superb views to the East and West, nearby coastal nature reserve.

🐾 Dog Information

Dog Tips

Dogs are welcome all year round within a designated area and can be off-lead. Keep dogs on a lead in the outdoor areas of The Club House. No specific dog hazards mentioned beyond general water safety.

Hazards to be aware of

Strong under-tow, Steeply shelving beach, Sudden large waves

Parking

Council-run, pay-and-display car park with 78 spaces, located next to the beach. 4 accessible parking spaces available. Prices vary seasonally, with winter rates at 70p for half an hour and 90p for an hour.

Postcode for sat nav: DT2 9DG

Facilities

Toilets (accessible) are set back from the western side of the car park. A beachside refreshment kiosk and The Club House restaurant are nearby. No showers or lifeguards. Dog waste bins are available.

Accessibility

There are 4 accessible parking spaces at the beach car park. Car park has good views of the beach. There is no matting or walkways on beach. Accessible toilets set back from western side of car park. Suitable for elderly or less mobile dogs is UNKNOWN.

Nearby Dog-Friendly Pubs

Manor - West Bexington

16th-century manor, hub of the village. Dogs "adored" rather than just allowed — water bowls and treats in bar and large beer garden.

The Club House

Right on the beach. 1930s-style restaurant and bar. Dogs in designated areas. Ideal for a sunset cocktail with your pet by the fire.

The Crown Inn

Traditional country pub 1.5 miles inland. Very welcoming to dogs and muddy boots. Water and biscuits for furry patrons.

The Three Horseshoes

8-minute drive west. Thatched pub. Dog blankets, biscuits, and large garden.

Nearby Cafés & Restaurants

The Club House

dogs welcome in outdoor area and pavilion, but not main restaurant

Beachside refreshment kiosk

UNKNOWN dog policy

Location

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Postcode: DT2 9DG

Nearby Dog Walks

Burton Bradstock to Abbotsbury

Chesil Beach and the South Dorset Ridgeway

8 miles linearModerate🐾🐾🐾🐾
3.4 km away
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Beach restriction information provided by Dorset Council. Always check local signage on arrival as restrictions can change.
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