Teignmouth Beach
12 miles from Exeter • Multiple beach areas
Teignmouth is a traditional seaside town with sandy beach, pier, and ferry to Shaldon. Dogs have year-round access to River Beach (Back Beach) and Holcombe direction. Main town beach restricted April-September between Eastcliff slipway and Lighthouse at the Point.
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Easy
Multiple beach areas
Yes
Pay and display
Overview
Teignmouth is a traditional seaside town with sandy beach, pier, and ferry to Shaldon. Dogs have year-round access to River Beach (Back Beach) and Holcombe direction. Main town beach restricted April-September between Eastcliff slipway and Lighthouse at the Point.
What to Expect
Classic British seaside with sandy beach, promenade, and Victorian pier. The ferry to Shaldon extends your walking options. River Beach allows dogs all year - a great option during summer restrictions.
Best For
- ✓River Beach (Back Beach) - year-round access
- ✓Holcombe direction - year-round
- ✓Ferry to Shaldon
- ✓Traditional seaside
- ✓Sandy beach in winter
Not Ideal For
- ⚠Main beach in summer (April-Sept restrictions)
- ⚠Peak season crowds
Things to Be Aware Of
- ⚠Dogs NOT allowed 1 April - 30 September: Eastcliff slipway to Lighthouse at the Point
- ⚠Dogs on lead (max 2m) around main resort and nature reserve ALL YEAR
- ⚠Strong currents near river mouth
- ⚠Check signage for exact restricted areas
Local Tips from Evie
River Beach (Back Beach) is your best year-round option. Take the ferry to Shaldon or walk towards Holcombe for quieter beaches. Ness Cove in Shaldon also allows dogs year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can dogs go at Teignmouth beach year-round?
River Beach (Back Beach), from the lighthouse around to back beach, and between Eastcliff and Holcombe. Ness Cove Shaldon also year-round.
When are dogs banned from Teignmouth main beach?
1 April to 30 September, along seashore between Eastcliff slipway and the Lighthouse at the Point.
Do dogs need to be on leads at Teignmouth?
Around the main resort and nature reserve, dogs must be on leads no more than 2 metres all year round.
Practical Information
Teignmouth Seafront, Teignmouth
TQ14 8BE
Several car parks along the seafront and in town.
Dogs NOT allowed 1 April - 30 September along seashore between Eastcliff slipway and the Lighthouse at the Point. Dogs allowed ALL YEAR: River Beach (Back Beach), from lighthouse around to back beach, and between Eastcliff and Holcombe. Dogs max 2m lead around main resort and nature reserve all year.
Need a Dog Walker?
I walk dogs at Teignmouth Beach regularly. Get in touch if you need help.
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