North Wales Police

Documenting reported incidents and demanding accountability for illegal hunting activities within the North Wales Police area.

A total of 78 incidents have been reported in the North Wales Police region since January 2023.

Incidents in the North Wales Police Area.

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Hunts are causing havoc, distress and carnage across the British countryside.
The incidents recorded on this page fall under six key categories:

Licence Plate Issues

Many hunt quad bikes are missing, obscuring, or illegally altering number plates, making them difficult to trace.

Passenger Hazards

Overloading quad bikes with multiple riders is dangerous and illegal unless the vehicle is specifically designed for passengers.

Road/Traffic Hazards

This includes reckless driving, riding on public roads without insurance, trespassing, and obstructing traffic.

Hounds out of control

When hounds are not properly controlled they ignore commands, trespass, stray unsupervised, chase (riot) on other animals, and are left behind—posing risks to themselves, the public, and wildlife.

Hunt trespass

Whether it’s hounds, riders, hunt staff, or support, hunts trespass by entering land without permission, including private property, nature reserves, housing estates, and livestock fields.

Hunt violence & intimidation

Hunts use aggression like verbal threats, physical assault, discriminatory remarks, and horses as weapons —in an attempt to stop people from watching them.

Are police forces enforcing the law? Hunt quad bikes must be registered, taxed, insured, and legally used on public roads. Hunting is not an agricultural activity, meaning hunts cannot claim farming exemptions.

Read more about the laws on quad bike use here.

Filter incidents:

Incident

Hounds out of control

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Sabs.

Location

Tre-mostyn

Hunt

Flint and Denbigh Hunt

Date

22/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Hounds out of control

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Sabs.

Location

Denbighshire

Hunt

Flint and Denbigh Hunt

Date

11/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Catlefield

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

22/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Wolvesacre Hall, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

09/11/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectorsb

Location

Somerset House, in Threapwood - near Malpas

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Hunt Sabs

Location

Wolvesacre Hall, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

09/11/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Welsh Border Wildlife Protectors

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Staffordshire Hunt Sabs

Location

Erbisstock Hall

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

11/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Staffordshire Hunt Sabs

Location

Malpas

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

06/01/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Staffordshire Hunt Sabs

Location

Hall Green / Iscoed Park

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Erbistock Hall, Erbistock

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

08/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Erbistock Hall, Erbistock

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

08/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Cefn Berain near St Asaph

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

28/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Kinmel Estate

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

14/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Councillor James Elson's Perthewig farm

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

21/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Trefnant

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

26/10/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Coed Coch, Dolwen

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

02/11/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Greg Mostyn's Mostyn Hall

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

30/11/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Kinmel Estate

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

14/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Kinmel Estate

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

14/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Coed Coch, Dolwen

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

27/02/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Rhug Estate, Corwen

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

16/05/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Llechryd

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

19/10/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Llechryd

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

19/10/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Llechryd

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

19/10/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Plas Uchaf in Tre-Mosyn

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

03/02/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Plas Uchaf in Tre-Mosyn

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

03/02/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Plas Uchaf in Tre-Mosyn

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

03/02/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Kinmel Estate

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

13/02/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

North Wales Hunt Monitors

Location

Coed Coch, Dolwen

Hunt

Flint & Denbigh

Date

27/02/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Manchester Hunt Sabs

Location

Erbistock Hall, Erbistock

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

08/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Liverpool Hunt Sabs

Location

Highfields Farm, Coddington

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

14/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lower Park Eyton Farm in Ruabon

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

01/01/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors.

Location

Erbistock Hall, Erbistock

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

01/03/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lady Hanmers, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

25/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lady Hanmers, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

25/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lady Hanmers, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

25/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lady Hanmers, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

25/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lady Hanmers, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

25/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Parkley Farm in Bronington, owned by the Godsall family.

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Wetrains Green Farm, Wetrains Lane, Stretton, CH36NY

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

15/01/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Llangedwyn Hall In Llangedwyn, Powys

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

19/02/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lower Park Eaton Farm, nr. Ruabon

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lady Hanmers, Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

25/02/2025

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lower Park Eaton Farm, nr. Ruabon

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Lower Park Eaton Farm, no. Ruabon

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2024

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Ruabon

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

21/12/2020

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Wolvesace Hall near Whitcurch,

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

04/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Parkley Farm in Bronington, owned by the Godsall family.

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Kennels?

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

30/09/2023

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Hardwick Hall Farm

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

02/11/2023

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Erbistock Hall, Erbistock

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

04/11/2023

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Adrefelyn Farm in Penley near Wrexham

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

05/11/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Talarn Green and Worthenbury in North Wales

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

09/09/2023

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

A525

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

01/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Wolvesace Hall near Whitcurch,

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

04/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Parkley Farm in Bronington, owned by the Godsall family.

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

31/12/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Llangedwyn Hall In Llangedwyn, Powys

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

19/02/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Llangedwyn Hall In Llangedwyn, Powys

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

19/02/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Pentre Isaf Farm in Rhosymadoc

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

15/09/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Bridgemere, Nantwich.

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

07/10/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Isycoed Park in Whitchurch

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

02/11/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Dog Lane Farm, Oldcastle in Malpas

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

13/11/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Cheshire Monitors

Location

Dog Lane Farm, Oldcastle in Malpas

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

13/11/2021

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue

Reported by

Cheshire Against Blood Sports

Location

Overton

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

12/12/2020

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has licence plate issue, Quad bike has road/traffic hazard, Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Against Blood Sports

Location

Cockshott

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

20/10/2022

Evidence

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Incident

Quad bike has passenger hazard

Reported by

Cheshire Against Blood Sports

Location

Overton

Hunt

Wynnstay

Date

12/12/2020

Evidence

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Take Action: Demand Accountability

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Use this template to send to your local police constabulary.

Dear Chief Constable [Surname],

I am writing to raise serious concerns about the widespread and ongoing violations of road traffic laws, reckless quad bike use, and the danger posed by out-of-control hunting hounds across [Police Force Region]. These persistent issues present significant public safety risks, disrupt communities, and undermine confidence in law enforcement when clear offences are ignored or unenforced.

The Problem: Recklessness and Lawbreaking by Hunts

For too long, organised hunts have operated with blatant disregard for road safety laws, putting motorists, pedestrians, animals, and property at risk. The most pressing issues include:

1. Quad Bike Law Violations

  • Unregistered and untaxed quad bikes being used illegally on public highways.
  • Quad bikes carrying multiple passengers in unsafe conditions, often without helmets or protective gear.
  • Reckless and dangerous use of quad bikes on roads and footpaths, frequently leading to near-misses or accidents.

2. Road and Traffic Hazards

  • Hunts obstructing roads and disrupting traffic, forcing vehicles into dangerous situations.
  • Hunt participants ignoring highway regulations, failing to control their vehicles properly, or acting aggressively towards other road users.

3. Hounds Loose on Roads – A Growing Danger

  • Hounds being abandoned or left behind, creating hazards for motorists and pedestrians.
  • Dogs running uncontrolled onto roads, leading to accidents, injuries, and unnecessary distress for local communities.
  • Hunts failing to take responsibility for their animals, leaving them to roam unsupervised and at risk.

The Evidence: HuntHavoc.info – Logging the Chaos

A growing body of evidence at HuntHavoc.info documents these repeated offences across the UK, categorised by police force. The database provides clear proof of non-enforcement in cases where hunts have broken the law without consequence.

The Request: Immediate Action and Accountability

I urge [Police Force Name] to take urgent and proactive enforcement action to tackle these recurring issues. Specifically, I request that:

  1. Quad bike regulations be properly enforced, ensuring that all vehicles are legally registered, taxed, and road-safe.
  2. Traffic laws be applied equally to hunt-related offences, with proper investigation and action taken against dangerous driving and road obstruction.
  3. Hound control be treated as a serious safety issue, with hunts held accountable for loose or abandoned dogs on roads.
  4. A clear reporting mechanism be established so the public can report hunt-related road safety violations easily and expect a timely response.
  5. Transparency and accountability measures be introduced to ensure police forces do not grant leniency or preferential treatment to hunting groups.

Hunts are not above the law, and continued failure to act only fuels public frustration and diminishes trust in policing. The dangers posed by reckless quad bike use and out-of-control hounds must be addressed before more accidents occur.

I request a formal response outlining the steps that [Police Force Name] intends to take regarding these matters. Please confirm receipt of this letter and provide a timeline for planned enforcement actions or policy reviews concerning hunt-related road offences.

I look forward to your response and a firm commitment to ensuring accountability, enforcing the law, and protecting public safety.

Yours sincerely,