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Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

Also the Hot Walls

Source: portsmouth.co.uk (not the council's own site). Rules set by Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham & Gosport councils. Checked 24 October 2026.

Many restrictions cover only part of a beach. Follow the signs, and use the source for exact boundaries.

Getting onto the beach

Portsmouth City Council added a wooden wheelchair ramp onto the shingle beside Southsea Beach Cafe in 2023, as a trial; there is also a ramp at Eastney. Moving shingle can affect them.

Access source: The News, Portsmouth (2023), 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.

Council area: Portsmouth City Council (town, park and other dog rules).