Burnham-on-Sea Beach Lighthouse

This stretch of beach near Burnham-on-Sea is a peaceful, open place for a wander with your dog, where they can dig in the sand, splash in puddles and, when the tide allows, run freely by the sea. The star of the show is the iconic Low Lighthouse, perched on wooden stilts out in the sand and built back in 1832 — it’s a lovely landmark to walk towards and around.

The beach immediately surrounding the lighthouse is dog friendly all year round. However, just a little further south, Burnham-on-Sea Beach has seasonal dog restrictions from May to September. This coastline can be confusing, as the seven-mile stretch between the River Brue and Brean Down is made up of several different beaches, each with its own rules. BARB Search & Rescue have a really helpful map that clearly shows where dogs are and aren’t allowed.

Parking close to the lighthouse is limited, so it’s often easiest to park at Berrow Beach (dog friendly year round) or Burnham-on-Sea Beach and walk along the sand. When we visit, we usually park at the Berrow Sand Dunes car park and enjoy a scenic out-and-back walk of around 2.5 miles to the lighthouse and back again.

As with many beaches in this area, do take care around low tide, as sinking sand and mud can be present and aren’t always obvious. Facilities, including toilets and cafés, are available at both Berrow Beach and Burnham-on-Sea, making this an easy and enjoyable seaside outing with your dog.

 

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