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Southwark Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

Up to six dogs per walker, no more than three off the lead.
Dogs on a lead in Camberwell New and Old cemeteries, Honor Oak Crematorium and Nunhead Cemetery.
No dogs in play areas in parks.

Source: Southwark 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.