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Walking your dog in the city centre

From Saturday 7 November 2026, you can walk your dog in the city centre, but it must be on a lead and under control at all times. 

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Busking

Busking is generally allowed in a public place that is owned or under our control providing no annoyance, nuisance or other inconvenience is created.

Complaints

If a justifiable complaint is received it is likely that the busker will be asked to stop busking and to submit a written application to continue the activity. Any direction given by an authorised officer must be immediately complied with.

 

Tips for buskers

  • Don't use amplified music.
  • Avoid using offensive language or actions.
  • Keep noise levels low and stick to popular music as complaints are often based on the volume or type of music.
  • When looking for a site to busk, make contact with the neighbouring shopkeepers.
  • Don't obstruct pedestrians.
  • Avoid standing in any one place for a long period of time (e.g. longer than an hour). Depending on your expertise and musicianship, shop owners may be pleased to have you operate outside their shop for a longer (agreed to) period.
  • Don't solicit or canvass for donations.


To make a complaint or for more information please contact us.

Page last updated: 11:48am Wed 02 July 2025

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