Whitby West Cliff Beach (signed zones)

Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September

Tate Hill beach: dogs on leads

Source: North Yorkshire Council. Rules set by North Yorkshire 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 slope suitable for wheelchairs leads down to the beach.
• Beach and all-terrain wheelchairs to hire from Whitby Disability Action Group.

Access source: North York Moors National Park, 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

• Sandsend Beach (signed zones)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Scarborough North Bay (signed zones)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Scarborough South Bay (signed zones)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Filey Beach (signed zones)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Seaton Carew (Norton Hotel to Coach Park)Dogs banned 1 May to 30 September
• Block Sands and Fish SandsDogs banned 1 May to 30 September