Local Dog Control Orders - Dogs on Leads

Eastbourne has local Dog Control Orders to promote responsible dog ownership.

Any person who commits an offence is liable to prosecution or a fixed penalty fine of £75. There are exemptions for registered blind people with guide dogs.

You can download this advice in PDF format below, or use our online form to order a printed colour leaflet.

Dogs on Leads - All Year Round

Dogs must be kept on a lead in the following areas:

• Manor Gardens

• Motcombe Gardens

• Lakeside area of Hampden Park and Princes Park

• Howard Square

• Wilmington Square

• Grassed cliff top areas adjoining King Edwards Parade

• The grounds of Ocklynge Cemetery

• The Crematorium and Cemetery at Hide Hollow, Langney

Dogs on Leads - Summer Only

1st May to 30th September

Dogs must be held on leads throughout the entire seafront, on the promenades from Holywell to Langney Point, from 1st May to 30th September.

However, dogs need not be on leads on the Western and Middle Parades, as long as no inconvenience is caused to anyone else.

The new Dog Control Orders in Eastbourne came into effect from Monday 14 April 2008.

These Dog Control Orders only apply in Eastbourne. Contact your local district or city council if you are outside Eastbourne.

General information about Dog Control Orders and an advice leaflet - How to Be a Responsible Dog Owner is available online from the government Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).