Beaches in the UK

Haven is the home of seaside holidays and we’re particularly proud that are parks are within reaching distance of some of the finest beaches the UK has to offer. Incredible stretches of sand can be found in all four directions of mainland Britain and its surrounding islands. A home from home for you with Haven is never far away, as you’ll see in our series of beach-inspired articles. Sit down, relax and read a beach guide or shortlist of your choice, setting you up perfectly for your next delightful uk beach holiday.

Dog friendly beaches around the UK

Best Dog Friendly Beaches in UK

Best Dog Friendly Beaches in UK

We’ve been there so many times. You’re looking for a day away by the sea. You’ve spotted a place you like. You’ve found a beach to match. You’re getting your stuff together, and just as the bucket and spade go in, you ask yourself if you can bring the dog.

Dog friendly beaches near Blackpool

Dog friendly beaches near Blackpool

Summer was made for enjoying good weather in the company of friends, family and, of course, our four-legged companions. What better place to spend your summer than by the beach, at Britain’s most famous resort town – Blackpool

Dog friendly beaches in Cornwall

Dog friendly beaches in Cornwall

Cornwall is full of wonderful beaches which are dog friendly all year round and many more which allow dogs seasonally. Whether you’re bounding across vast expanses of golden sand or getting messy in tidal channels, there is no end to the fun for your dog.

Dog friendly beaches in Devon

Dog friendly beaches in Devon

With two world-famous national parks and over 500 miles of coastline, Devon is a dog owner’s paradise with walks in abundance.

Dog friendly beaches in Dorset

Dog friendly beaches in Dorset

The beaches of the South West are renowned as being the best in the country. Even amongst the stiff competition of its neighbours, Dorset stands out with its gorgeous Jurassic Coast.

Dog friendly beaches in Essex

Dog friendly beaches in Essex

We all know that no beach holiday is complete without the family pup in tow and Essex offers a great selection of pooch-friendly shores. Our furry friends love to splash in the waves and bound across the sands, just like us!

Dog friendly beaches in Kent

Dog friendly beaches in Kent

With so many coastlines to explore in Kent, you may not believe that you're just an hour from London. Kent is a wonderful place to explore with your dog, with plenty of shingle and pebble beaches, it's great for those pooches who aren’t fans of sand.

Dog friendly beaches near the Lake District

Dog friendly beaches near the Lake District

The Lake District might have the highest peaks in England and the widest lakes, but if you stick to the national park boundary you and your pooch will be missing out on some of the area’s excellent beaches.

Dog friendly beaches in Lincolnshire

Dog friendly beaches in Lincolnshire

more than 50 miles down the East of England, so naturally it has its fair share of beaches.

Dog friendly beaches in Norfolk

Dog friendly beaches in Norfolk

No trip to the beach is complete without the furry one in the family, so we’ve rounded up our list of dog friendly beaches in Norfolk for you to bring the dog along to and enjoy making memories.

Dog-friendly beaches in Northumberland

Dog-friendly beaches in Northumberland

From Berwick-upon-Tweed to the River Coquet Estuary, Northumberland boasts 40 miles of coastline that's ripe for exploring with your furry friend. Let's take you through our favourite beaches!

Dog friendly beaches in North Wales

Dog friendly beaches in North Wales

Why should your best furry friend miss out on your next trip? North Wales' beautiful and rugged coastline is packed with all kinds of beaches perfect for people and pooches to explore together.

Dog friendly beaches in Scotland

Dog friendly beaches in Scotland

Holidaying in the UK gives you a great chance to take your furry friends along for the ride, and there's nothing they like more than a walk or run along a wide, sandy beach.

Dog friendly beaches in Somerset

Dog friendly beaches in Somerset

The beaches of Somerset have all you could ever want from a seaside: ice cream, rock pools, lighthouses, fossils, piers, shipwrecks, and plenty of wildlife. This coast has something for the whole family, even the four-legged members.

Dog friendly beaches in Sussex

Dog friendly beaches in Sussex

Sussex has an abundance of sand, sea, and fresh air - what is there for a dog not to love? The county also benefits from more hours of sunshine than anywhere else in the UK, increasing the opportunities for walkies.

Dog friendly beaches in Yorkshire

Dog friendly beaches in Yorkshire

Yorkshire beaches offer up an abundance of activities, trails, and terrains for all the family, and this includes the most energetic and adventurous canine member.

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