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Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough 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

  • New 2025 orders: dogs on leads in listed areas and when an officer asks, no dogs in listed places, and pick up everywhere.
  • £200 fixed penalty.

Sites are on the council's interactive map (checked October 2026).

Source: Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough 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.

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