BBQs are only allowed on north and west coast beaches, excluding Richmond, and they should only be lit after 17:00 and not after midnight, with fires placed below the high tide mark on sand only.

BBQs involving over 50 people are legally classed as an event and a permit must be applied for. 

The States said people should also be mindful of other on the beach, use a bowl or bucket, safely extinguish the fire and dispose of its responsibility.  

It’s also taken the opportunity to remind of the general beach code: 

  • Observe any warning signs and stay away from the base of cliffs in case of rock falls.  
  • Take your litter home with you or place it in an appropriate litter bin.  
  • Take reusable plastic containers onto the beach rather than glass, as glass is easily broken and broken shards can cause a risk of injury to you or other beach users. 
  • Show respect for all other beach users.  
  • Keep music to a volume which does not disturb other people or wildlife.  
  • Check the time and height of high tide to ensure you can exit the beach.
  • Enjoy viewing wildlife from a safe distance and do not approach. 
Andy McCutcheon, Principal Environment Services Officer, said: “It only takes a minute to check that what you’re planning is safe. Even if you’re not the one organising the barbecue, when you turn up at the beach you can still check that these things are in place to protect yourself and other beach users.  

“This isn’t a new message, but it remains an important one each year.”