England and Wales have extensive networks of rights of way over private land, and some remaining common land – private land over which the public have rights. Where did they come from, how have they survives, and how do we preserve and extend them?
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Links and resources
To find out more about the Open Spaces Society and how to support them visit the OSS website
A copy of the Countryside Code is below or visit the Countryside code section of the UK Government website
The Countryside Code_ advice for countryside visitors – GOV.UK
If you would like to involved with the Don’t Lose your Way project, to recover ancient lost rights of way, visit the Ramblers Association
This episode is outstanding. “Right up my alley” as is said [apropos phrase!]. I’m USA but The Commons is a fascinating subject, and so cool the be aware of preservation efforts. Again great conversation David and guest!
Gregg, that is very kind I was rather worried I’d get a lot of adverse comment about grinding my own persona axes