About
Burnham-on-Sea has a long seafront and is best known for the lighthouse on stilts, which is why the beach is also called Lighthouse Beach. The beach stretches for about six miles, offering wide expanses of sand with dunes at the top.
The Grade II Heritage-listed, nine-legged wooden lighthouse is 11m (36ft) tall, was built in 1832, and, with care, you can walk out to the lighthouse. probably the best-known and photographed landmark in this part of Somerset.
Dog Access and Rules
Dogs are welcome all year north of Maddock’s Slade toward the famous Low Lighthouse, and south of the Yacht Club.
Exclusion rules depend on which part of the beach you use.
- Beach area 1 (between the jetty and the pavilion) – Dogs are banned year-round on the beach, jetty, and esplanade steps.
- Beach area 2 (between the jetty and the yacht club) – Dogs are banned on the beach and esplanade steps from May to September. Outside of these dates dogs are permitted on this area of the beach.
- Beach area 3 (between the pavilion and Maddock’s Slade, north end of the sea wall) – Dogs are banned on the beach and esplanade steps from May to September each year. Outside of these dates, dogs are permitted in this area of the beach.
Looking for nearby alternatives? Check out neighbouring dog-friendly beaches near Burnham-on-Sea or our map of ALL UK dog-friendly beaches, including seasonal rules and year-round spots.
Access and Facilities
You have lots of facilities in Burnham-on-Sea, but as you move northwards, it feels more natural and has fewer facilities, making it ideal for dog walking.
Our Tips for Visiting with a Dog
Note that at low tide, you can find large areas of mud; watch for warning signs.
