A strict ban on British beaches could bring you a fine of £1,000… Are you the closest to the list?

Dog owners heading to the coast this summer have issued warnings as strict bans are imposed on British beaches.

Hundreds of beaches brought the dog ban launched on May 1 and continued until the end of September.

Some beaches ban dogs altogether, while others only allow them to stay ahead for an hour or stay ahead.

Additionally, some beaches only impose restrictions during peak hours, such as 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Rules vary by region, but anyone who meets may face a £100 fine at the scene – up to £1,000 if taken to court.

Seasonal restrictions are designed to keep beaches clean and safe during the busy summer months, and locals use Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) to enforce rules.

Chris Maxted, who runs a dog door company called Dog-G8, explains: “The seasonal dog ban on British beaches is a practical measure to protect the quality of water and maintain the status of blue flags that are valuable in many coastal areas.

Scale and urine from dogs can have a significant impact on water quality, making it unsuitable for swimming.

Public Place Protection Order allows councils to enforce beach bans during peak seasons to reduce pollution from dog pollution.

“These rules are designed to create a safer and cleaner environment for everyone while ensuring that coastal waters are still suitable for bathing.”

He added that most beaches allow dogs between October and April – but orders are executed in the summer.

Maxted continued: “For dog owners, it’s important to check before visiting the beach, as the rules can vary greatly.

“Some areas will impose full bans, while others have imposed partial bans, such as requiring dogs to stay ahead or limit them to promenades.”

Although the strict ban comes into effect, There are plenty of coastal areas to explore the welcome of dogs throughout the year.

Devon, for example, has up to 79 dog-friendly beaches, so even with the ban, there are still plenty of shorelines to enjoy among dogs throughout the UK.

Guide dogs, on the other hand, are allowed on all beaches – but only if they work, wear seat belts and are on lead.

Rules vary by region, but anyone who meets may face a fine of £100 at the scene – up to £1,000 if the court goes to court

He added that most beaches allow dogs between October and April – but those orders are executed in the summer

The summer dog ban was originally introduced by Weymouth in 2019, prompting dozens of beaches to follow suit in the following years, especially as the number of visitors grew in warmer months.

Most local council websites have the latest information on which beaches are dog-friendly.

Maxted added: “To find out the beach and dog-friendly that are open year-round, it’s best to check out your local council website.

“Most councils provide the latest information on beach regulations, including any seasonal restrictions or rules regarding pets, so you can plan access accordingly.”

This is because the Tower Hamlets Council is providing dog owners with a stringent set of rules as a series of attacks have left an 11-year-old girl with life-changing injuries and seen two Cane Corso die after suffering a woman.

Dogs will still be allowed to lead freely in all parks and green spaces in the borough under new rules approved under the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO).

However, dogs will be prohibited in certain areas (such as gated children’s play areas and sports areas) and a maximum of four dogs per person is required per person unless there is a dog mobility license issued by the Professional Council.