Torre Abbey in UK's top 10 best beaches - for pooches

Torquay's Torre Abbey Sands has been named as one of the UK's top 10 beaches - for dogs.

The beach is one of several in the Bay where pooches are banned between May 1 and September 30.

But dog lovers reckon that autumn, with temperatures cooler and more comfortable, is the ideal time to hit the beach with the hound. And Torre Abbey is up there at the top of the favourite's list.

Sustainable dog brand Tangle, who offer a range of dog products made from recycled fishing nets, has compiled the list of 10 fantastic beaches around the UK to explore this autumn with your four-legged friend.

They say: "We’ve got a beach for every type of personality – both human and hound – with locations from the far north of Scotland to the very southern tip of England."

Of Torre Abbey it says: 'This stunning beach is part of the English Riviera, so it’s a truly beautiful place to visit. Wide, open sands for running, ball chasing and a grassy area at Torre Abbey Meadows just next door for a change of scene. For convenience, it has toilets that are open all year and beach front kiosks for drinks and snacks. It’s the main beach for Torquay too, so there’s plenty of activities to enjoy beyond beach fun.'