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North Somerset Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

Keep your dog under close control everywhere and carry a poo bag.
No dogs in children's play areas, skate parks, some sports fields and parks, or around the marine lakes.
One person can walk at most six dogs.
Weston (1 May to 30 September, 9am to 7pm) and Clevedon (all year) beach zones are on the Beaches layer.

Source: North Somerset Council. Checked October 2026.

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.

Beaches with dog rules