Public rights of way

Public footpath - these can be used on foot and if necessary with pushchairs, wheel chairs or invalid carriages. Dogs must be kept under control.

Public bridleway - same rights as public footpaths, plus the right to ride a horse or bicycle.

Restricted byways - same rights as public bridleways, plus horse drawn vehicles and in some cases there will be rights to use motor vehicles if proven.

Byways open to all traffic (BOAT) - these are open to all vehicles though used mainly by foot and on horseback.

Paths not wholly within a built up area will be signposted where they leave the road and along the route there may be way markers to assist you in finding your way. Public rights of way can also be found on Ordnance Survey explorer maps (scale of 1:25,000) and on the Definitive Map and Statement held at the council offices.