Adopt a Path
There are more than 6,000 public rights of way in Dorset, which cover nearly 3,000 miles. By adopting a footpath, bridleway, byway or restricted byway you are helping us to keep Dorset's network of paths usable for everyone to enjoy.
Volunteers are encouraged to:
- Walk or ride their paths on a regular basis, a minimum of three or four times a year
- Report any obstructions or problems that they encounter on their path/s to the Countryside Access Team or Parish Rights of Way Liaison Officers. These might include barbed wire, electric fences, crops, poor signage, faulty gates or stiles
- Carry out minor clearance and way marking of their paths
Adopters are not expected to liaise directly with landowners, although they can if they wish.
If you would like to know more about adopting a path please use the contact below:
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Rights of Way Team
Name: Rights of Way Team
Email: dorsetdirect@dorsetcc.gov.uk
Tel: 01305 224463
Full details for Rights of Way Team
