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The law covering access to tracks / routes / paths that are not obvious
metalled surfaced roads is both clear yet confusing.
This partly rises from the typical obscure english laws and definitions, and
the fact that such definitions are subject to constant change over the years.
Maps are unclear with the same symbology for offroad tracks that can be used
as those that cannot.
I am not a lawyer - so the information presented here is based on the information
I have gleaned from other authorities and sources.
some 'roads used as public paths' (RUPP's) (those with public vehicular
rights)
'byways open to all traffic' (BOAT's)
all public roads
unsealed public roads (except where a sign indicates that a 'traffic regulation
order' restricts their use)
public footpaths
bridleways
some 'roads used as public paths' (RUPP's) (those without public vehicular
rights)
'restricted byways'
permissive/concessionary footpaths and bridleways
unsealed subject to a 'traffic regulation order' restricting their use
sections of the National Cycle Network
canal towpaths
footways at the side of the road
open country, common land and private land generally
Some local authorities have a good section on their websites about off-road
activity - others however, are not so good...
DERBYSHIRE - (NOT SO GOOD) http://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/countserv/countindex.htm
CHESHIRE - (MUCH BETTER) http://www.cheshire.gov.uk/countryside/prow/index.html
What the hell is a RUPP? or a BOAT? - find out here...