Westward Ho! Beach (south of Sandymere Bridge)

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

Promenade: dogs on leads 1 May–30 Sep

Source: Torridge District Council. Rules set by Torridge 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

• A slipway runs down to the sand and suits a range of mobility aids, but the pebble ridge behind the beach can be hard to cross.
• Accessible toilets at the beachside amenities, with cafés close by.
• Countryside Mobility lends beach wheelchairs at North Devon sites to its members.

Access source: Visit Devon, 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.

Dog walks nearby

• Abbotsham and Westward Ho!8.5 km · Moderate, starts 2 km away
• Appledore & Northam Burrows10.9 km · Moderate, starts 3 km away

Nearby restricted beaches

• Crooklets BeachDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Summerleaze BeachDogs on leads 21 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Widemouth BeachDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Crackington HavenDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Port Eynon to HortonDogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Caswell BayDogs banned 1 May to 30 September