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Manchester City Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

One person can take at most four dogs into a public place.
Dogs on a lead on all roads, pavements, footpaths and alleys, in cemeteries and crematoria, and in listed parks and picnic areas.
No dogs in listed play areas and sports facilities.

In force to 25 July 2028.

Source: Manchester City 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.