Gibraltar Point is a coast where the date matters. The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust bans dogs from the beach and foreshore from 1 April to 1 September, and asks for a short lead on the beach the rest of the year. Dogs on the reserve itself should be on a lead too, as grazing livestock are present. Inside the visitor centre it’s assistance dogs only, though dogs can use the outside veranda.
Lincolnshire has county pages for trainers, vets and swimming spots, plus sitters and groomers for Lincoln. Rescue and pet transport link to the UK-wide guides.
What’s covered in Lincolnshire
- Dog trainers: Dog trainers in Lincolnshire
- Vets: Best vets in Lincolnshire
- Dog swimming spots: Best dog swimming spots in Lincolnshire
- Dog sitters: Dog sitters in Lincoln
- Dog groomers: Dog groomers in Lincoln
- Adoption and rescue: we don’t have a Lincolnshire guide, so see our UK-wide dog adoption and rescue guide.
- Pet transport: no Lincolnshire city page, so see our UK pet transport guide.
Plan around the season
Coastal rules often change with the time of year, so look up the current rules for a beach or reserve rather than relying on last year’s. Always bag and bin what your dog leaves behind.
A supplement option
If you’re weighing up a supplement, Calmshops has Calmdogs probiotic chews to look at. Ask your vet whether it’s worth adding. For hands-on training support, see our Lincolnshire trainers page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take my dog to Gibraltar Point?
The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust says dogs are banned from the beach and foreshore from 1 April to 1 September, and should be on a lead on the reserve. Check the Trust’s website for the latest rules before you go.
Does AboutDogs have Lincolnshire dog sitter and groomer pages?
Yes, for Lincoln. We have a Lincoln dog sitters page and a Lincoln dog groomers page, both linked above.
Is there a Lincolnshire dog rescue guide?
Not yet. We link to our UK-wide dog adoption and rescue guide rather than imply a local one exists.
Written by Georgiana & Figo.
