Transportation noise
Boats and river noise
The London Port Health Authority has general powers to investigate complaints about excessive noise on the river. You can make a complaint by visiting the London Port Health Authority website.
You can also contact our noise team. Information on how to make a report is available on the noise and antisocial behaviour page.
You can find more information regarding noise issues on London’s navigable waterways, including the powering of vessels, tourist and party boats, piers and moorings and wharves and boatyards here:
- Port Health Authority’s article on Noise on the Tidal Thames
- The Port of London Regulations & Guidance on passenger vessels
- Tower Bridge lift times
Page last updated: 26 July 2024
