About This Place

This wide, sandy beach (with some shingle areas) has stunning views out to sea, and backs on to a promenade with a bar, restaurant, and shop. Drinking water is also available, with other refreshments and seaside essentials on sale at the shop. Beach huts can also be hired.  --> There is parking at Branksome Chine Surface Car Park (including 3 accessible bays), and Beach Road pay and display, but in good weather the car parks can fill up rapidly. Branksome beach is accessible by ramp, and from May to September a beach-accessible wheelchair can be borrowed from the seasonal beach office between 9.30am and 4.30pm (first come, first served; deposit required). Disabled toilets are located in the Branksome Chine car park and the promenade (RADAR-key access). Two of the fixed electric beach BBQs are wheelchair accessible.As with most local beaches, dogs are not allowed in summer. In July and August some restrictions apply on cycling, skateboarding, skating, and e-scooters on the promenade and paths. A lifeguard is available in summer from 10am to 6pm and the safe swim zone is clearly marked. Electric BBQ hotplates are available between 10am to 10pm (first come, first served). Disposable barbecues are allowed after 6pm: visitors must follow disposal instructions with care. Open fires, gas barbecues, and camping are not allowed on the beach at any time.Some toilets have baby changing facilities and there is an outdoor shower. Activities include wind surfing, plus volleyball hire.

💡 Our Take

Poole's Branksome Chine Beach, in Dorset, is a real treat for our furry friends! Your dogs are welcome year-round on this gloriously sandy beach, so no seasonal restrictions to worry about. Parking's usually okay nearby, which is super handy. While we couldn't find specifics on nearest facilities, it's a popular spot, so amenities shouldn't be too far. Before letting your dog swim, always check sea conditions–safety first! Branksome's spaciousness is ideal for big zoomies, whilst its golden sand offers a good workout as well. It is also great for dogs of all shapes and sizes due to its dog-friendly accessibility.