About This Place

On the edge of the beautiful Lake District, the small town of Millom overlooks Duddon Sands, an area of sandy, grassy saltmarshes.  The beach here is a mix of shingle and sand backed by grassy dunes. It is not as popular as nearby Haverigg beach. --> In 1855 iron ore was discovered here and for the next 100 years Millom became a relatively large industrial town.  The mines have long since closed.  Today the area once operating as an iron ore mine and steelworks forms the Hodbarrow RSPB nature reserve. A lagoon now fills the former pit.  To the south-west of Duddon Sands is one of the country’s largest wind farms.

💡 Our Take

Millom Beach on the Cumbrian coast is a fantastic, unrestricted haven for your furry friends! This expansive sandy beach welcomes dogs year-round, making it ideal for off-season zoomies. Parking is conveniently nearby. While immediate facilities are limited, the charm of undisturbed natural beauty more than makes up for it. Please be aware of tides and currents as there is no lifeguard - always supervise dogs closely when swimming. Millom is best for energetic dogs who love a good run and a paddle, and with its wide-open spaces, it's perfect for puppies needing socialisation!