Dungeness

Dungeness is a coastal area in Kent known for its unique and scenic landscape on the edge of Romney Marsh, including a shingle beach, nature reserves, and the Dungeness Nuclear Power Stations.  Don’t let the power stations put you off, as this is a beautiful, dog-friendly, although unusual location that people visit for its photography opportunities, birdwatching, and to explore the distinctive surroundings.

Dungeness Beach is a dog-friendly beach primarily made up of pebbles and shingle, stretching for miles is one of the defining features of the South Kent coast.

Dungeness is sparsely populated, and Europe’s largest vegetated shingle split with steep pebbly banks and the headland includes the Dungeness RSPB site that has a dog-friendly trail and the Dungeness National Nature Reserve, which includes historical features, like the lighthouses, World War II sound mirrors and the many interesting fishermen’s cottages. Be aware that some of the nature trails have dog restrictions but plenty of space to explore with dogs.

You have various parking options, although no facilities exist at Dungeness Point. one option is to park at the nature reserve Visitor Centre (TN29 9PN), which has a shop, refreshments and toilets.