Help protect our Royal Borough Swans

Visitors and locals alike love seeing the beautiful Swan population on the River Thames.

Swans have occupied this stretch of the River Thames for centuries, and their connection to Royalty goes back to the 12th century when the Crown claimed ownership of all the mute swans.

Today the Crown retains the right of ownership of all unmarked mute swans on certain stretches of the River Thames and its surrounding tributaries.

The ownership of the mute swans is shared with the Vintners’ and Dyers’ Livery Companies of London who were granted rights of ownership by the Crown in the 15th century by King Edward IV.

Swans need our help! Can you take one minute to complete the survey below, to help protect our Swans?

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