Langstone Rock Beach
Devon
Langstone Rock Beach is the stretch of coast immediately north of Dawlish town, sitting between the end of the main Dawlish beach and the southern entrance to Dawlish Warren. The beach takes its name from the prominent red sandstone stack of Langstone Rock, a local landmark on this part of the Devon coast. The section known locally as Red Rock Beach sits on the tidal foreshore here and is exposed and walkable at lower tide states, offering a direct connection between the town of Dawlish and the nature reserve and beach at Dawlish Warren for those who time their visit around the tide. The cliffs in this area are unstable in places and the beach below them should be given a wide berth in wet or stormy conditions.
Dog access at this section follows the Teignbridge rules that govern the wider Dawlish beach: a 230-metre stretch immediately south of Langstone Rock towards Dawlish is restricted from 1 April to 30 September, and a further section near the Dawlish Warren side is also subject to seasonal rules. The tidal beach section to the right of the Dawlish Warren lifeguard tower is year-round dog friendly. For dog owners arriving from Dawlish, this beach is best treated as a connecting route between the town and Warren rather than a destination in its own right, with the tidal window and cliffs both requiring attention before setting out.
At a Glance
- Dog Access
- Seasonal Restrictions
- A 230m section immediately south of Langstone Rock towards Dawlish is closed to dogs from 1 April to 30 September. The tidal beach section to the right of the Dawlish Warren lifeguard tower is year-round dog friendly.
- Beach Type
- Sand
- Tide Notes
- Wide sandy beach at low tide. The area between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren has a tidal section (Red Rock Beach) that opens up at low tide. Unstable cliffs to the north -- do not walk beneath them.
- Facilities
- No dedicated facilities at this section. Dawlish town facilities a short walk south.
- Parking
- Dawlish town car parks are the nearest option. The Dawlish Warren main car park is also accessible to the north.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Langstone Rock Beach dog friendly?
Langstone Rock Beach has partial dog-friendly access, which is why it scores 5 out of 10 in our rating. The tidal beach section to the right of the Dawlish Warren lifeguard tower is open to dogs year-round, but other sections are subject to seasonal restrictions under Teignbridge Council rules, so it's worth knowing where you can and can't go before you arrive.
Are dogs allowed at Langstone Rock Beach year round?
It depends on which section you're on. The tidal beach area to the right of the Dawlish Warren lifeguard tower is dog friendly throughout the year. However, a 230-metre stretch south of Langstone Rock towards Dawlish, and a further section near the Dawlish Warren side, both have restrictions in place from 1 April to 30 September.
What should I know before visiting Langstone Rock Beach with my dog?
Two things are worth planning around before you head out. First, the tidal foreshore section is only exposed and walkable at lower tide states, so check the tide times if you're planning to use it as a route between Dawlish and Dawlish Warren. Second, the cliffs in this area are unstable in places, and you should keep well clear of them in wet or stormy conditions , this applies to you and your dog.
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