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Bolton Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

We've only partly added this council's dog rules. Check the source for the full order.

Partly added

Four dog orders: no-dog areas, leads, leads on request and picking up. Sites are in the council's order documents.

Due to expire October 2026; extension consulted on.

Source: Bolton 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.