Swanage Beach

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

Source: Dorset Council. Rules set by Dorset 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

• Flat access from Main Beach car park to Banjo Pier, with ramps onto the sand and wheelchair-friendly beach matting beside the pier in summer. North Beach has a sloping ramp with a handrail.
• Changing Places toilet at the North Beach car park (RADAR key from the Information Centre for other accessible toilets).
• Accessible bays in all five car parks, and up to 3 hours free for Blue Badge holders outside the Mowlem on Shore Road.

Access source: Visit Dorset, 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

• Studland Beaches (Shell, South, Middle, Knoll south)Dogs on leads 1 May to 30 September
• Sandbanks BeachDogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Alum Chine to Middle ChineDogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Bournemouth & Boscombe Piers (Durley Chine to Fisherman's Walk)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Highcliffe Beach (Groynes H4–H8)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Colwell Bay (west of slipway)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September