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Monmouthshire County Council: dog rules
Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places
Rules added
- No dogs in 180 listed places, mainly marked sports pitches, children's play areas, and school and leisure centre grounds.
- Dogs on a lead (2 metres max) in 20 listed places, including cemeteries, formal gardens and some heritage and wildlife sites, and anywhere an officer asks.
- Pick up anywhere in the county and show a bag if asked. £100 fixed penalty.
Order 1 June 2024 to 31 May 2027. Sites are on the council's maps.
Assistance dogs: most council dog orders and beach bans exempt assistance dogs, such as guide and hearing dogs. Check the source if you are unsure.