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City of York Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

City-wide order: pick up after your dog and keep it under control everywhere in York.
£100 fixed penalty, sent by post after evidence is gathered.

Agreed 22 April 2025; fines from 1 June 2025.

Source: City of York 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.