From March to August, a dogs on lead season is in place for the heathland areas and nature reserves in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. This is a legal requirement under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. As a dog owner, you must take steps to limit any disturbance to protected wildlife in these areas.
These areas include:
- Bourne Valley
- Canford Heath
- Corfe Hills Heathland
- Ham Common
- Hengistbury Head
- Kinson Common
- St Catherine's Hill
- Talbot Heath
- Turbary Common
You must keep your dogs on leads of no more than 2 metres where requested during this time and all year round if they are walking close to livestock.