Rights of way

Mapping the network

We have a full record of the network of rights of way, known as the Definitive Map. Any changes to public Rights of Way must be made by legal orders. Here you can find:

• Information about the Definitive Map and Rights of Way
• Applying for Modification Order and Diversion Order
• Information for landowners and Section 31(6)
• Progress of recent Modification and Public Path Orders
• Public inquiries & appeals
• Register of Definitive Map Modification Order applications
• Register of Common Land and Village Greens
• Traffic Regulation Order

Future of Rights of Way

We work to improve the existing network of rights of way to provide better access to the countryside. Find out about:

• Rights of Way Improvement Plan
• Information about Local Access Forum

Responsibility and maintenance

We maintain our rights of way network to our highest standard within resource. Information about our maintenance work can be viewed here:

• Responsibility, maintenance and enforcement of rights of way
• Report of current issues and its progress
• Online report form for issues found on the rights of way

Walks and Rides

We aim to deliver a well maintained network that provides an enjoyable and high quality experience to all who use it. In this section, you can find out about:

• Walking for health - Simply Walk Project
• Access for all
• The online rights of way network from an interactive map
• Open Access Land with maps for selected areas
• Downloadable leaflets for walks, bike rides and horse rides

For more information call 01296 382171 or email row@buckscc.gov.uk