Beach ban restrictions for dogs begin in Pembrokeshire this Sunday (May 1).

Ten beaches across the county are the subject of dog bans between May 1 and September 30 each year.

Detailed maps are displayed at all the beaches noted which identify those areas where dogs can or cannot be walked as well as lead only areas, with the following beaches subject of total dog bans: Tenby North Beach; Whitesands, St Davids.

Partial beach bans are in place on the following bathing beaches: Lydstep; Newgale beach and promenade; Saundersfoot beach and promenade; Tenby Castle and South Beach; Amroth beach and Promenade; Poppit Sands; Broadhaven North; Dale.

Pembrokeshire County Council’s Dog Control Team in conjunction with Leisure staff enforce these bans throughout the summer months.

The bye-laws prohibiting dogs from areas of certain beaches exist primarily to protect the interests of bathers during the summer season. As from October 1 dogs are once more welcome on the beaches.

It is aimed at ensuring the safety and pleasure of the majority who would wish to use the beach’s for sunbathing and swimming or similar seaside leisure activities.

Detailed maps can also be found on the Visit Pembrokeshire website at www.visitpembrokeshire.com