The Council is proposing to extend the PSPOs for Dog Control on 27 July 2022 for a further three years, and with additional locations where dogs may not be let off leads or are excluded altogether. By extending the duration of the PSPOs the Council will be able to continue to take action against those individuals that commit this anti-social behaviour and ensure Bedford is a clean, safe and enjoyable place to live, work and visit.
A report was taken to the Council’s Executive on 2 March 2022 and the proposed extension of the PSPO was approved. The report can be accessed here.
The additional locations the extended order will be applicable for are below and maps of the locations can be found here.
Location |
Area |
Ward/Parish |
Restrictions |
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Kingsfield |
Playing Field |
Bromham & Biddenham |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Queen Eleanor Drive, Great Denham |
MUGA |
Kempston Rural |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
North of Country Park, Great Denham |
Play area |
Kempston Rural |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Terrington Place, Great Denham |
Play area |
Kempston Rural |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Queen Eleanor Drive, Great Denham |
Play Hub |
Kempston Rural |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Ryder Close Great, Denham |
Play area |
Kempston Rural |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Concorde Close, Shortstown |
Play Area |
Eastcotts |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Southcote, Shortstown |
Play Area |
Eastcotts |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Southcote, Shortstown |
MUGA |
Eastcotts |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
Park Crescent, Stewartby |
Play Area |
Elstow & Stewartby |
EXCLUSION OF DOGS |
St James Church Burial Ground extension |
Cemetery |
Bromham & Biddenham |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Village Hall sport pitches, Bromham |
Playing Fields |
Bromham & Biddenham |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Bromham Mill Woodland Walk |
Woodland Walk |
Bromham & Biddenham |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Village Green (extend existing area) |
Village Green |
Great Barford |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Grave Yard footpath (extend existing area) |
Cemetery |
Great Barford |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Ravensden School Playing Field |
Playing Field |
Great Barford |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Park Crescent, Stewartby |
Playing Field |
Elstow & Stewartby |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
St James Church Burial Ground extension |
Cemetery |
Bromham & Biddenham |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Village Hall sport pitches, Bromham |
Playing Fields |
Bromham & Biddenham |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Bromham Mill Woodland Walk |
Woodland Walk |
Bromham & Biddenham |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Village Green (extend existing area) |
Village Green |
Great Barford |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
Grave Yard footpath (extend existing area) |
Cemetery |
Great Barford |
DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD |
A draft copy of the proposed order can be found here.
If you wish to make a comment on this proposal please Email CommunityRegulation@bedford.gov.uk by Monday 18 July 2022.
Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPO)
Bedford Borough Council has consulted with its citizens and stakeholders of the borough for their views on introducing a single order relating to dogs in the borough - aiming to create a more consistent approach in the borough and balance the needs of dog owners and other members of the community.
Section 59 of the Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 enables the Council to bring in a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) under new powers introduced by Government.
The Council would like to thank all those who took part in the consultation which is now closed. A report was taken to the Council’s Executive on 15 June 2016. The report including the consultation responses received can be accessed here.
On 17th July 2019 the PSPO was extended until 26th July 2022. Access the PSPO Dog Control 2019 extension here.
Why is Bedford using PSPO for dog control?
The Council believes these proposed changes will benefit local communities, neighbourhoods, and the local economy, as they will help in the creation and maintenance of clean, safe and healthy neighbourhoods, town centres and visitor destinations.
How can a PSPO in relation to dog control benefit me?
The Council aims to promote responsible dog ownership and reduce complaints for dog issues such as dog fouling.
This allows the public and especially children access to dog-free or dog-controlled areas intended for recreational purposes to improve health and well-being, making Bedford a safe and enjoyable place to live.
The Council intends to reduce and tackle issues relating to dogs running loose and causing a nuisance to others, and also to reduce the potential health implications associated with dog faeces.
The PSPO covers four key offences:
- The Dogs Exclusion Order: The effect of the Order is to make it an offence for a person in charge of a dog to permit the dog to enter or remain on any land to which this Order applies.
- The Dogs On Leads Order: The effect of the Order is to make it an offence for a person in charge of a dog to fail to ensure that a dog is kept on a lead on any land to which the Order applies.
- The Dogs On Leads by Direction Order: The effect of the Order is to make it an offence for a person in charge of a dog to fail to put that dog on a lead under the direction of an authorised officer on any land to which the Order applies.
- The Fouling of Land by Dogs Order: The effect of this Order is to make it an offence for a person in charge of a dog to fail to remove faeces forthwith from any land to which the Order applies.
Signage - what should I look for?
The PSPO dog control signs can be found in many locations around the borough, especially frequently used public spaces such as the town centre, cemeteries and local parks and playgrounds. Each sign is colour coded for the specific dog control and will usually be located near entrances or exits so members of the public can view them easily.
The areas covered by the PSPO are detailed in the ward links below:
All areas are subject to regular reviews based on any evidence and information collated whilst in force.
Wards |
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Brickhill |
Bromham and Biddenham |
Castle |
Cauldwell |
Clapham |
De Parys |
Eastcotts |
Elstow |
Goldington |
Great BarfordNorse Rd, Asgard Dr, Tolkien Cl and Embla Cl |
Harpur |
Harrold |
Kempston Central and East |
Kempston North |
Kempston RuralGreat Portway and Little Portway Great Denham Greenkeepers Road, Great Denham |
Kempston South |
Kempston West |
Kingsbrook |
Newnham |
OakleyPlay Area in the Play Field, Stevington |
Putnoe |
Queens Park |
Riseley |
Sharnbrook |
Wilshamstead |
Wootton |
Wyboston |