Clacton (Pier to Martello Bay, and north-east)

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

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

• Many slopes from the roads down to the promenade, from Nelson Road to The Gap and at Pier Gap.
• Onto the sand: a slope by Greensward Café, a wooden ramp by the beach huts near Palace Breakwater, a slope by kiosk 3 and slopes at Pier Gap. Martello Bay has a slope from Selsey Avenue.

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

• Holland-on-Sea (two stretches)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Frinton (Connaught Ave to Cambridge Rd)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Brightlingsea (West Marsh Point)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Walton-on-the-Naze (central and north)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Dovercourt beachesDogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Harwich (Outpart East to Low Lighthouse)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September