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Tower Hamlets Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

One person can walk at most four dogs.
Dogs on a lead on roads, pavements, car parks, estate roads and communal estate areas.
No dogs in enclosed playgrounds or enclosed sports areas.

Source: Tower Hamlets 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.