LANCASHIRE

PLANNING YOUR TRIP

When planning a visit to Lancashire, you’ll want to make sure that there is plenty of fun for everyone to enjoy, especially if you have a four-legged friend. Rest assured; everybody gets a warm welcome in Lancashire.

A trip to the beach is essential in summer, although some of Lancashire’s beaches impose restrictions during summer months there are still plenty of great dog-friendly beaches waiting to be explored.

If you choose to walk your dog on a beach in Lancashire this year, please remember to be a responsible dog owner and pick up after your pet. Dog walkers are also advised to follow any information notices which can be found at the beach

Bispham Beach (FY2 9JJ)

Bispham Beach, located between Blackpool North Shore and Cleveleys has been one of the UK’s top 50 dog friendly beaches in the annual guide by Vets Now. Known locally as “the Cliffs” the beach offers beautiful views along the coastline and out towards the Irish Sea. The beach is accessed via steps so unfortunately is not ideal for those with mobility problems, however the upper and lower promenades are accessible and used regularly by wheelchair users, push chair users and cyclists. No seasonal restrictions are enforced at this beach and dogs are allowed all year.

Blackpool North Beach (FY1 4QU)

Blackpool North Beach is not only pet-friendly but is also one of Blackpool’s award-winning clean beaches. Despite this, they are still happy to welcome dogs and their responsible owners, however some restrictions are in place. Until 1st May, dogs are free to enjoy the full stretch of the Blackpool coastline. However, between 1st May and 30th September, dogs are not allowed to be exercised on the beach between North Pier and the Mirror Ball, opposite the Solaris Centre. But don’t worry, dogs are always welcome throughout the year between North Pier and Anchorsholme, which is just before Cleveleys Beach.

For further information on these restrictions click here

St Annes North Beach (FY8 2RN)

Located along the Fylde Coastline between Lytham St Annes and Blackpool, St Annes

North Beach is popular with families, kite flyers and dog walkers. A range of facilities including shops, cafes and takeaways can be found in the small town of St Annes, just a short stroll from the beach.

St Annes North Beach does have some restrictions in place, dogs are not allowed in the section between old pier and the cinema from May 1st – September 30th. However, dogs are allowed all year beyond the Northern end of the promenade.

For more information on these restrictions click here

Lytham St Annes Beach (FY8 1SJ)

Located between the mud flats of the Ribble Estuary and the bright lights of Blackpool, Lytham

St Annes is just one of Lancashire’s classic seaside resorts. Although we can’t always guarantee the sun will make an appearance, you can be sure to find a Victorian pier which dates back to 1885, an iconic windmill and miles of golden sand. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year around, however there is a seasonal ban for the central section of this beach which is located between the lifeboat station and the pier. This seasonal ban runs annually from Good Friday – 30th September.

For further information on these restrictions click here

Fleetwood Beach ( Marine Beach) (FY7 6RA)

Marine Beach is the seaside part of Fleetwood seafront and is located near Marine Hall. You can expect to see sandy beaches, seafront pathways and pretty beach huts. There are some restrictions in place on this beach which you should be aware of prior to visiting.

Dogs are not allowed in parts of the beach, this is in force from the East side of the slipway opposite Promenade Road, eastward to the west side of the former Fleetwood Pier site. These restrictions are in force from 1st June – 31st August.

However some sections of the beach are pet friendly, including from the Ferry and RNLI and along the Esplande to the other side of former Fleetwood pier. Another popular route with dog walkers is from the Kite Club which is opposite the Mount, past the boating lakes and down to Rossall beach.

For more information on these restrictions click here

Heysham Sands (Half Moon Bay) (LA3 2XY)

Half Moon Bay stretches from the wall of Heysham Harbour up the coast to the Heritage Centre at Lower Heysham. This small yet beautiful beach has views across Morecambe Bay and towards the Lakeland Fells. Closer to the area you will be able to discover numerous archaeological sites including St Patrick’s Chapel and some stone graves which were once used for the cover of an album by Black Sabbath.

Half Moon Bay Beach, which is also known as Heysham Sands, is dog friendly and allows dogs all year round.

Silverdale Beach (LA5 0TP)

Situated within Morecambe Bay and Arnside and Silverdale AONB, Silverdale beach is a small and quiet beach in Lancashire. The perfect place for a peaceful walk this summer.

Silverdale Beach is dog friendly and allows dogs all year round, however it is recommended for you to stay close to the shore where you have plenty of sand and rock pool to explore as the Bay can have some dangerous areas with the mud and fast tides.

Rossall Beach (FY5 1JD)

Located to the North of Blackpool and close to Cleveleys, Rossall Beach is dog friendly all year round. Although the pebbly beach isn’t classed as a bathing beach, this small beach is popular with many dog walkers, it’s also a great place to watch the sunset and admire the fabulous views of the Lancashire coastline.

A day at the beach can be tiring work! Make the most of your dog friendly visit to Lancashire by checking out one of our other dog-friendly attractions in the county. From dog-friendly restaurants to dog-friendly accommodation, everybody is sure to be welcomed this Summer in Lancashire.

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