The Rights of Way network is not fixed in stone, and over time there have been a large number of changes to the network. Below are details of current Orders open for objections and representations, along with recently confirmed Orders, with links to the relevant documents.
Public Path Orders – diversions, creations, and extinguishments
These are changes that move, close or create paths to benefit the public or the landowner/occupier.Most landowners will soon have a right to apply for orders on their land. We are obliged to keep a register of all current applications. This will be added to our webpages when the right comes into effect. The cost of changes are generally met by the beneficiary or applicant. his is detailed in our current guidance, costs, and application form.
Decisions with regard to most public path orders are taken under delegated powers. Under the Openness of Government Regulations 2014 we publish all these decisions which can be seen on the Openness of Government- Delegated Decisions page: Openness of Governance.
Decisions taken through our Rights of Way Committee procedures are on our committees page of this website: Rights of Way Committee.
Orders made or confirmed within the last six months are on this link: Public Path Orders made or confirmed in the last six months.
Modification Orders – add or delete paths from the map
These are changes made based on historical evidence. If any member of the public believes that the definitive map (the legal record of rights of way) is incorrect, then they can make an application to us to modify the map. Changes can be to delete a path incorrectly shown, alter incorrect alignments, change the status (from footpath to bridleway for instance) or add routes not shown in the current map.
- How paths became public rights of way – brief history
- Definitive Map Modification Order Full application pack – includes guidance
- Form E – User Evidence Form
We are obliged to keep a register of all current modification order applications, these can be found on the Cumberland County Council and Westmorland & Furness County Council websites.
All Modification Order decisions are taken through our Rights of Way Committee procedures and are on our committee page: Rights of Way Committee.
