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Tonbridge Residents Invited to Have Their Say on Public Space Protection Orders

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council (TMBC) is asking residents for their views on renewing the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO), which helps tackle anti-social behaviour across the borough. The current PSPO, which includes rules such as no-alcohol zones, limits on dog walking (a maximum of six dogs per person), and requirements to keep dogs on…

Tonbridge Bean

2025-10-20

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Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council (TMBC) is asking residents for their views on renewing the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO), which helps tackle anti-social behaviour across the borough.

The current PSPO, which includes rules such as no-alcohol zones, limits on dog walking (a maximum of six dogs per person), and requirements to keep dogs on leads in certain areas, is due to expire in April 2026. TMBC is proposing to renew the existing restrictions while adding a few new measures.

The proposed additions include a new restriction to prevent the misuse of catapults, a ban on unauthorised camping in Tonbridge Memorial Gardens, and a slight amendment to the drone restriction to make it clear that unauthorised drones cannot be launched or landed on any Borough Council–owned land.

The council says the changes are designed to strengthen community safety, through protecting local spaces like Haysden Country Park, Tonbridge Memorial Gardens, and Tonbridge Cemetery.

A scenic view of a river with lush greenery and historic buildings along its banks, under a cloudy sky. — Public spaces in Tonbridge

A vibrant tree with red leaves stands in a park setting, surrounded by green hedges and a path in the background under a cloudy sky. — Public spaces in Tonbridge

Residents are encouraged to share their views by completing the short online consultation, which is open until midnight on Sunday 2 November. The survey, available on the TMBC website, takes around 10 minutes to complete and includes questions on existing PSPO rules and space for residents to suggest any additional measures.

Feedback from the consultation will be reviewed by council members before a final decision is made on the renewed PSPO.

You can find the consultation and full details of the current restrictions on the Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council website.