Spring/Summer 2026 – Dog Walking in Richmond
Dog walking in Spring/Summer time, we need to be more flexible, as both Petersham Fields and Richmond Park have restrictions to dogs.
Petersham Fields:
Usually Petersham Fields, is out of bounds for dogs for 6 months, from 1st April to 30th September.
It is traditional for cows to be in the field, and hence dogs are not allowed.
Please contact the National Trust who manage Petersham Fields for more information.
Richmond Park Dogs On Leads:
According to the Richmond Park website, their statement is:
Deer birthing season (1 May to 31 July)
Dogs need to be on leads during the deer birthing season in Richmond Park.
This is a mandatory rule and applies to all areas of the park.
NB: I do not walk dogs in Richmond park, as only a certain number of dog walker licenses are issued/year & the risk with deer, I prefer to walk elsewhere.
Where To Walk Dogs During These Restrictions:
- Along the river
- Old Deer Park
- Ham Lands
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