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Public Rights of Way


Service Description: Public Rights of Way maintain, protect, sign and legally record the public rights of way network made up of public footpaths, bridleways, and byways. Public Rights of Way manages the most concentrated network of public rights of way in the UK. Within 147 square miles there are 520 miles of rights of way which include 326 miles of footpath, 165 miles of bridleways and 29 miles of byways. This equates to 3.5 miles of rights of way per square mile.

Also known as:- Bridleways, Byway, Country Walks, Footpaths (Grassy etc), Horse Riding, Public Access, Rights of Way, Rights of Way Orders, Walking

Your FAQ

Question: How do I report a defect on a Public Footpath, Bridleway, Byway or Island Cycleway?

Answer: Defects can be reported online via the Rights of Way problem reporting form or contact the Rights of Way department on [email protected] or 821000


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