Permitted Paths

A permitted path is a path which the landowner permits the public to use, with the intention that it should not become a public right of way.

Creating a permitted path is a simple and effective way for a landowner to allow users to enjoy access to the countryside without creating a formal legally protected public right of way. Similarly, permitted bridleways or cycleways can be created to allow horse riding and/or cycling along existing public footpaths.

Permitted Paths are a very valuable way of filling existing gaps in the public rights of way network, and the Council encourages landowners to create more permitted paths to facilitate countryside access.

The Council in conjunction with the Local Access Forum has developed a 'Permitted Path Pack' to help landowners understand how permitted paths work and their own position in relation to creating them. It also includes simple and easy templates to help a landowner create a permitted path.

To download the permitted path pack, please click the link below:

•   Permitted Path Pack (PDF 130kb)

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