# Dog-friendly beaches in Cornwall

Last checked: 15 September 2026.


**Staying in St Ives?**

Compare [dog-friendly beaches in St Ives](/guides/dog-friendly-beaches-st-ives) for the town waterfront, central coves and nearby bay beaches.

## Perranporth Beach

**Dog rule:** Dogs are allowed all year, according to Visit Cornwall.

**Lead rule:** In July and August, dogs must be on a lead from 10am to 5pm on the main beach area. The dunes and beach beyond Flat Rocks remain available.

**Access:** The Promenade car park borders the south end; Wheal Leisure car park is next to the main street.

**Arrival:** The Promenade car park sits beside the south end of the beach.

- [Visit Cornwall beach dog guidance](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/perranporth-beach)
- [Visit Cornwall Perranporth guidance](https://www.visitcornwall.com/destinations/perranporth)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Perranporth+Promenade+Car+Park%2C+Perranporth+TR6+0JL)

## Holywell Bay

**Dog rule:** Dogs are welcome all year, according to Visit Cornwall and the National Trust.

**Lead rule:** No beach-wide lead rule was stated by the checked sources. Keep close control and follow signs.

**Access:** From the National Trust car park, cross the road and follow the beach path. Sandy dune paths have slopes and are unsuitable for standard pushchairs or wheelchairs.

**Arrival:** Start at Holywell National Trust car park and cross the road for the beach path.

- [Visit Cornwall Holywell Bay guidance](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/holywell-bay-beach)
- [National Trust Holywell beach walk](https://static.nationaltrust.org.uk/trails/visit/cornwall/holywell/holywell-beach-walk-walking.pdf)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Holywell+National+Trust+Car+Park%2C+Holywell+Bay%2C+Newquay+TR8+5PF)

## Crantock Beach

**Dog rule:** Dogs are welcome all year under control, according to the National Trust.

**Lead rule:** The National Trust specifically asks for control around visitors and on Rushy Green.

**Access:** The National Trust main car park has uneven and soft beach access; coast-path routes have steps and uneven terrain.

**Arrival:** Start at the National Trust main car park and follow the sandy approach.

- [National Trust Crantock dog guidance](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/crantock-beach)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Crantock+Beach+National+Trust+Car+Park%2C+TR8+5RN)

## Widemouth Bay

**Dog rule:** Dogs are prohibited 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm, under Cornwall Council’s 2026 PSPO. They are welcome outside those hours and dates.

**Lead rule:** This is a prohibition window, not a lead-only rule.

**Access:** Marine Drive reaches the named bay approach; the southern end becomes rocky at Blackrock.

**Arrival:** The map opens Widemouth Bay. Marine Drive runs along the bay approach.

- [Cornwall Council beach restrictions](https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/animal-welfare-and-enforcement/dogs-on-beaches/)
- [Visit Cornwall Widemouth Bay details](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/widemouth-bay-beach)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Widemouth+Bay%2C+Bude%2C+Cornwall)

## Polzeath Beach

**Dog rule:** Dogs are prohibited 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm, under Cornwall Council’s 2026 PSPO. They are welcome outside those hours and dates.

**Lead rule:** This is a prohibition window, not a lead-only rule.

**Access:** The pay-and-display beach car park is at the south end, off Dunders Hill.

**Arrival:** Use the beach car park at the south end, off Dunders Hill.

- [Cornwall Council beach restrictions](https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/animal-welfare-and-enforcement/dogs-on-beaches/)
- [Visit Cornwall Polzeath Beach details](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/polzeath-beach)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Polzeath+Beach+Car+Park%2C+Wadebridge+PL27+6TB)

## Harlyn Bay

**Dog rule:** Dogs are welcome all year, according to Visit Cornwall.

**Lead rule:** Keep close control and follow local signs.

**Access:** The beach is reached from the Harlyn Bay Beach arrival area near Padstow.

**Arrival:** Use Harlyn Bay Beach as the arrival point, then follow the beach access from the village.

- [Visit Cornwall Harlyn Bay guidance](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/harlyn-bay-beach)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Harlyn+Bay+Beach%2C+Padstow+PL28+8SQ)

## Godrevy, Gwithian

**Dog rule:** From Harveys Towans to Godrevy Point, dogs are prohibited 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm.

**Lead rule:** Outside the prohibition, National Trust says dogs are welcome under close control.

**Access:** The National Trust main car park has uneven steps, ramps and paths; a boardwalk reaches another part of the beach.

**Arrival:** Use Godrevy National Trust Car Park for the Godrevy end of the bay.

- [Cornwall Council beach restrictions](https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/animal-welfare-and-enforcement/dogs-on-beaches/)
- [National Trust Godrevy guidance](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/godrevy)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Godrevy+National+Trust+Car+Park%2C+Gwithian)

## Porth Kidney Sands

**Dog rule:** Visit Cornwall states Porth Kidney Sands is dog friendly all year.

**Lead rule:** Dogs must be on a lead on the footpath from St Uny Church to Porth Kidney Sands.

**Access:** There is no close parking or facilities. Access from St Uny Church or Lelant station involves steps.

**Arrival:** Start the beach walk at St Uny’s Church in Lelant. Plan parking separately.

- [Visit Cornwall Porth Kidney guidance](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/porth-kidney-beach)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=St+Uny+Church%2C+Lelant%2C+St+Ives+TR26+3DY)

## Porthcurno Beach

**Dog rule:** Dogs are prohibited 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm, under Cornwall Council’s 2026 PSPO.

**Lead rule:** The National Trust asks for a short lead around wildlife, especially on the valley and coast path.

**Access:** The village car park connects by steep steps or a sandy slope with rope handrail; the National Trust warns of rockfall.

**Arrival:** Start at Porthcurno Museum and Beach Car Parks, then take the beach approach.

- [Cornwall Council beach restrictions](https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/animal-welfare-and-enforcement/dogs-on-beaches/)
- [National Trust Porthcurno guidance](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/porthcurno)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Porthcurno+Museum+and+Beach+Car+Parks)

## Sennen Cove

**Dog rule:** Dogs are prohibited 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm, under Cornwall Council’s 2026 PSPO. They are welcome outside those hours and dates.

**Lead rule:** This is a prohibition window, not a lead-only rule.

**Access:** Two car parks sit at the bottom of the hill, with a further field car park above.

**Arrival:** The map opens Sennen Beach. Choose a village or upper car park for your approach.

- [Cornwall Council beach restrictions](https://www.cornwall.gov.uk/environment/animal-welfare-and-enforcement/dogs-on-beaches/)
- [Visit Cornwall Sennen Cove details](https://www.visitcornwall.com/things-to-do/beaches/sennen-cove-beach)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Sennen+Cove+Beach%2C+Sennen)

## Carne Beach

**Dog rule:** National Trust states dogs are welcome across Carne and Pendower all year.

**Lead rule:** National Trust says local byelaws require dogs on leads on the beaches in summer, but does not give dates or hours. Keep a lead ready and check signs on arrival.

**Access:** Carne car park is reached by small lanes. Beach access is uneven, with steps and ramps.

**Arrival:** Use Carne Carpark, reached by the lanes from Veryan.

- [National Trust Carne dog guidance](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/carne-and-pendower/visiting-carne-and-pendower-with-your-dog)
- [National Trust Carne and Pendower details](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/carne-and-pendower)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Carne+Carpark%2C+Veryan)

## Towan Beach, Porth on the Roseland

**Dog rule:** National Trust says dogs are welcome all year.

**Lead rule:** Keep dogs under close control, especially around wildlife and other visitors.

**Access:** Use the signed Porth car parks, then the beach approach down an uneven ramp whose level can change after storms or high tides.

**Arrival:** Use the National Trust Porth arrival point, then follow the signed route from the two Porth car parks.

- [National Trust Porth dog guidance](https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cornwall/porth)
- [National Trust Porth circular walk](https://static.nationaltrust.org.uk/trails/visit/cornwall/porth/porth-circular-coast-and-woodland-walk-walking.pdf)
- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=50.157783%2C-4.9867335)