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Maidstone Borough Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

One person can walk at most four dogs (six for licensed walkers).
Dogs on a lead in the town centre, Vinters Park Crematorium and Sutton Road Cemetery, and when asked.
No dogs in play areas or council tennis courts. £100 penalty, £80 within 14 days.

Source: Maidstone 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.