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Richmond upon Thames Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

One person can walk at most four dogs (six with a licence or permit).
Other lead and no-dog rules in the 2026 order.
Richmond Park and Bushy Park are Royal Parks: dogs on leads 1 May to 31 July (Countryside layer).

Source: Richmond upon Thames Council. Checked October 2026.

Assistance dogs: most council dog orders and beach bans exempt assistance dogs, such as guide and hearing dogs. Check the source if you are unsure.

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