Bridgwater Town Council is urging dog owners to act responsibly following a noticeable increase in dog fouling. While incidents have been reported in multiple locations, there has been a particular rise in and around King Square.
Over recent weeks, staff have reported more incidents across pathways, grassed areas and public spaces, creating an unpleasant environment for residents and visitors. This is especially disappointing given that the square is a well‑used and highly visible public space, home to the town’s war memorial.
We ask that everyone treats this important location with the respect it deserves.
Dog fouling is not only unpleasant and unhygienic, but it also disrupts routine maintenance. Waste left on the ground becomes caught in street‑cleaning equipment, slows down operations and poses health risks to the teams working hard to keep all public spaces clean.
Dog owners are reminded that dog poo must be picked up, bagged and binned every time. Dedicated dog waste bins are provided throughout the town, but any general waste bin can be used to dispose of bagged dog waste. If a bin is not immediately available, owners are asked to carry the waste until they find one.
Tim Mander, Chair of the Amenities Committee said,
“We want to keep all our public spaces clean, safe and welcoming. King Square is a particularly important location for our community, and we’ve sadly seen a rise in fouling here. We are asking all dog owners to do the right thing: pick up after your dog and put it in any bin – it really is that simple.”
The Council thanks responsible dog owners for their cooperation and asks everyone to play their part in helping maintain clean and respectful public spaces for all.
