Can I fly a drone in the park?

Yes, but whether you can legally fly depends strictly on who owns the park, as it is illegal to take off or land without the landowner's permission. Most UK parks prohibit drones entirely due to local council byelaws.

• Public parks: Public parks are usually managed by a local council. You must check the council's specific park byelaws or search their website to see if drones are permitted, restricted to designated areas, or entirely banned.

• The Royal parks: Flying drones is strictly prohibited across all eight Royal Parks (including Hyde Park and Richmond Park).

• National parks: National Parks (like the Lake District or Dartmoor) have varying rules. You must check their specific guidelines, as many ban drones on common land or nature reserves to protect wildlife.