About
Cambois Beach is a large sandy beach with a hard footpath running behind it amongst the grassy dunes. It lies on the north side of the River Blyth estuary and south of the River Wansbeck.
A dog-friendly beach, Cambois Beach is popular with dog walkers because it is large and not very busy.
Dog Access and Rules
Cambois Beach welcomes dogs off-lead all year with no seasonal bans. Enjoy miles of quiet sand and dunes north of Blyth, plus free parking at both ends.
Unlike neighbouring Blyth South Beach and Newbiggin Bay, which enforce summer exclusions between 1 May and 30 September, Cambois remains completely restriction-free 365 days a year.
Dog walking notes:
- Year-round access: No seasonal dog bans across the entire stretch between the River Blyth estuary and the River Wansbeck.
- Off-lead exercise: Dogs can run freely on the wide sandy expanse and along the grassy dune paths running parallel to the shore.
- Lead etiquette: Keep dogs on lead near the car parks, access ramps, and around horse riders or anglers frequently sharing the beach.
- Cleanliness: Please bag and bin waste using the bins situated near the main car park entrances.
- Terrain & tides: Flat, hard-packed sand at low tide gives way to a narrower upper shingle and sand strip at high water.
Because this stretch is far quieter than Blyth or Whitley Bay, it is an ideal choice for reactive dogs or high-energy breeds that need plenty of open space to stretch their legs.
Looking for nearby alternatives? Check out neighbouring dog-friendly beaches near Blyth or our map of ALL UK dog-friendly beaches, including seasonal rules and year-round spots.
Access and Facilities
As the beach is so long, it is often referred to as North and South beaches, with car parks available depending on which end you want to focus on, and you also have a couple of pubs.
