Wimbledon & Putney Commons

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Parks · Wimbledon, London

Wimbledon & Putney Commons

FreeOff-leash permitted

1,140 acres of SSSI-protected heathland, woodland and grassland across Wimbledon Common, Putney Heath and Putney Lower Common, open 24 hours a day. The Conservators' official site welcomes visitors with dogs across the Commons, with seasonal lead requests around ponds and The Plain.

Why it made the list

One of London's largest off-lead dog walking expanses, managed by a charity dedicated to keeping the Commons 'forever open and unenclosed'.

Good to know before you go

Official guidance: during bird nesting season (1 March – 31 August) keep dogs under control, dogs on leads around all ponds to protect wildfowl, and dogs on lead on The Plain. FAQ adds 'Keep your dog in sight at all times' and to avoid horse rides if your dog chases horses.

Practical notes

  • Park at the Windmill Car Park (opens 6am) and start at the Wimbledon Windmill
  • Outside nesting season most of the Commons is off-lead — keep reliable recall near the golf course

What is available on site

  • Off-leash area
  • Shaded seating
  • Swim access

House rules and verification

The pet policy above is summarised from the venue’s own published information and cross-checked against public listings. Last checked: against the source on . Policies change without notice anyway, so confirm the current one with the venue before you travel, and keep your dog leashed anywhere that is not a signed off-leash area. Read the full disclaimer.

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