OK, I’ll try not to get too excited about a sign, but it’s one I asked for way back in September or October and it’s taken a while (some problem with the wrong fittings first time around, I think).

Anyway, it’s now here – a sign asking people not to walk their dogs inside the Scholes Field running track.

The track, used by Manchester Harriers and Athletics Club, was fenced to stop people on quad bikes tearing up the track.  But there’s still a problem with dog walkers and dog mess (especially as dogs are often let off the lead).

I don’t think anyone wants kids in the long jump sandpit landing on dog mess, or sliding on it on the football pitch in the centre of the running track.

I’m sure most dog walkers will take note of the sign; but bringing in the wardens is an option if it remains a problem.

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