Dog Friendly Beaches in Penzance, UK

There are 14 dog-friendly beaches in Penzance. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Penzance.

Pet Friendly Sennen Cove
Sennen Cove Sennen Cove is pet-friendly. This relaxing beach is located in one of the UK’s most breathtaking locations. Dogs are welcome from October 1 through April 28. They are also permitted on Gwynver beach at the northern end of the bay year-round. See Details
Pet Friendly Lamorna Cove
Lamorna Cove Lamorna Cove is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on this small pebble beach. People often enjoy paddling with their pups in the calm surf of this cove beach. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Praa Sands Beach Hendra - Praa Sands is pet-friendly. This gorgeous beach is covered in luscious white sand, making the perfect canvas for a seaside game of fetch with Fido. Dogs are welcome on this beach off-leash from September 30 through Easter Sunday. You can still visit the beach with your dog during prime summer months, but only between the hours of 7pm and 7am. See Details
Porthgwarra Beach Porthgwarra Beach is pet-friendly. This picturesque fishing hamlet in West Cornwall is still used by local anglers. There's not much sand here, so you may want to have a look around the local area, too. Dogs are welcome on the beach from October 1 through Easter Sunday at any time. Dogs are also welcome from May 1 through September 30 from 8am to 7pm. See Details
Portheras Cove Portheras Cove is pet-friendly. Located on one of the wildest stretches of the Cornish coast, this beach is hard to find but shouldn't be missed if you get the chance. Dogs are allowed year-round, as long as they are looked and cleaned up after. See Details
Longrock Beach Longrock Beach is pet-friendly. Easily accessible along the coastal path from Penzance, this beach is a popular place to hangout for locals. Dogs are allowed all year round between Long Rock level crossing to Penzance Harbour, east of the crossing there are seasonal dog bans in place. Don't forget to clean up any mess that your pooch leaves behind. See Details
Nanjizal Nanjizal, also known as Mill Bay, is a pet-friendly beach and cove in Cornwall. Situated one mile to the south-east of Land's End, Nanjizal has no direct access from the road, but you can wander along the South West Coast Path from Land's End in the north. Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach and trail, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Wherrytown Beach Wherrytown Beach is pet-friendly. This large stretch of pebbles between Penzance and Newlyn is a great place to bring your pooch. The beach is backed by Newlyn Green. If you'd rather walk on a paved pathway, enjoy the wide promenade that runs along the length of the beach. Dogs are welcome if they are cleaned up after. See Details
Porthcurno Beach Porthcurno Beach is pet-friendly. This soft, white shell beach has a freshwater stream, surrounded by turquoise seas. The area is known for birds, basking sharks and dolphins. Dogs are welcome on the beach from September 30 through Easter Sunday. See Details
Praa Sands Praa Sands is pet-friendly. Praa Sands is covered in white sand to explore with your pooch. Located in the south west-facing bend between the Lizard and west Penwith, the mile-long sandy beach is backed with sheltering sand dunes. Dogs are welcome on the beach from October 1 through Easter Sunday. See Details
Perranuthnoe Perranuthnoe is pet-friendly. This large beach is a great place to bring Fido and play fetch. Play in the surf, jump in the sand, and always make sure to clean up any mess that your pup leaves behind. Dogs are welcome on the beach without a leash between September 30 through April 30. You can also bring your pup on the beach from 7pm to 8am during the peak season, too. See Details
Gwynver Beach Gwynver Beach is pet-friendly. Located near Sennen Cove, this sandy beach is best explored at low tide, when the steep slopes are less dangerous. Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach year-round. Dog owners should clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Eastern Green Eastern Green is pet-friendly. The closest beach to Penzance can be accessed via a concrete footpath from the bus station. The sheltered sand and shingle beach follows the curve of Mount’s Bay to Long Rock. Dogs are welcome but no trash cans are provided. Owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Priests Cove Priests Cove is pet-friendly. This rocky beach is set with the remains of the Victorian mining industry all around. Dogs are welcome on the beach, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details
Gwithian Towans Beach Gwithian Beach is pet-friendly. Windsurfers love this spot, as well as visitors flying kites. Dogs are welcome on this beach except between May 1 to September 30 from 8am to 7pm. The seasonal dog ban is in place between Ceres Rock and Red River. This boundary has been adjusted following the collapse of the steps at St Peters Point which left the area where dogs were allowed inaccessible. See Details
Hayle Towans Hayle Towans is pet-friendly. Towans means dunes in Cornish, so it's no surprise to find dunes here. Dogs are welcome off-leash on the beach from September 30 through May 1. During the rest of the year, dogs are still permitted on the beach, but only between the hours of 7pm to 8am between Hayle River and Black Cliffs. See Details
Porthmeor St Ives Porthmeor St Ives is pet-friendly. Situated in the shadow of the iconic Tate St Ives building, Porthmeor is sandy and safe. You’ll find ancient pubs, trendy cafes and lots of art galleries nearby, making it the perfect place to visit with your pooch. Dogs are invited to enjoy this gorgeous Cornish beach from October 1 through the Sunday before Easter. See Details
St Ives Harbour Beach St Ives Harbour Beach is pet-friendly. Located in the town’s harbour sheltered by thick harbour walls a soft sandy beach is revealed when the tide’s out, making the perfect setting for a lovely walk with your pooch. Dogs are welcome on the beach from October 1 to the last Sunday before Easter. See Details
Porth Kidney Porth Kidney is pet-friendly. This expansive golden sand beach is a great place for an afternoon stroll with your pooch. At low tide, you'll be able to explore a whole mile out towards sea. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are under control and cleaned up after. See Details
Porthminster Beach Porthminster Beach is pet-friendly. Located just a short walk from the centre of St Ives, the award-winning beach at Porthminster is a popular spot to bring your pooch. Dogs are welcome on this beach from October 1 through the first Sunday before Easter. See Details
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