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Waltham Forest Council: dog rules

Council-wide dog rules, beaches and named places

Rules added

  • Dogs on a lead on all roads, pavements, footpaths, verges, cemeteries and council car parks, and in many named parks such as Lloyd Park, Abbotts Park and Cann Hall Park (some have dog exercise areas).
  • Off-lead walking in Epping Forest, Lee Valley Park, the River Lea towpath, Chase Lane Park and Larkswood Playing Fields.
  • No more than six dogs per person. No dogs in play areas. Pick up.

Source: Waltham Forest 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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