Torbay Council

Horses on the Beach

Section 9 (Riding and Driving) of the 1972 Seashore Byelaws states;
‘No person shall, on the Seashore, break-in any horse or other animal or ride or drive any horse or other animal in a race, or so as to cause danger or annoyance to any person using the Seashore.’
Torbay Council allows horses to be ridden on the beaches for which they are responsible.  However the Council has a responsibility to provide a safe public area and with this in mind, the following conditions must be adhered to;
For your own safety and the safety of your horse, please check the weather conditions before setting out; in strong winds and rain we would advise against horses being taken onto the beaches.  
Consider carefully which beach you intend to use.  Some of our beaches are not accessible for horses or are largely shingle-covered.  
Be aware that during very low tides or where the beach has been scoured by rough weather, additional hazards may be uncovered.




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