Southwold (signed areas)

Dogs banned 1 April to 30 September

Source: East Suffolk Council. Rules set by East Suffolk 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

• Free beach wheelchairs in season from East Suffolk Council; book ahead on 01502 586167 or beach.wheelchairs@eastsuffolk.gov.uk.

Access source: East Suffolk Council (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.

Nearby restricted beaches

• Lowestoft (signed areas)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Thorpeness (signed areas)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Corton (signed areas)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Aldeburgh (signed areas)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Gorleston Beach (harbour mouth to the ravine)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Great Yarmouth Central Beach (between the piers)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September