Public Rights of Way

Introduction                                                                                              Footpath in Broxbourn

This page has been created to publicise the public footpath/bridleway network in Broxbourne. It is hoped that it will encourage residents to make use of the network and enjoy the countryside in and around the Borough.

 

 

Footpath between Broxbourne Station and the Broxbourne Lido

 

The Rights of Way network in the Borough 

  • In Broxbourne, the rights of way network amounts to 124 footpaths, four bridleways and 11 Roads Used as Public Paths ( RUPP s), which collectively form a total distance of 43 miles.

Borough Of Broxbourne Footpaths Map

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Access to footpaths and bridleways varies, with those in the urban areas and the Lee Valley Regional Park being more accessible, than ones in the more rural parts of the Borough. The map above shows the location of railway stations and nearest car parks to the rights of way network.
  • The Borough's footpaths and bridleways offer the opportunity of enjoying a wide range of landscape and habitat areas. There are riverside and canal side walks along the Lee Valley, woodland walks on the western fringe of the Borough; whilst between the built-up area and the woods, several walks take you through areas of open farmland and grassland.                            Beyers Ride in Hoddesdon
  • The Borough Council has produced a folder entitled "Borough of Broxbourne:  Walking for Pleasure", identifying selected circular walks in the Borough. These pass through the variety of landscapes and habitats to be experienced in the Borough. Copies of this folder and Borough walks can be obtained from all One Stop Shops and Council Offices.     

                                                                                 Beyers Ride Hoddesdon

Maintenance of the Rights of Way network

Under the Rights of Way Act 1990, the County Council has overall responsibility for the rights of way network across the County.

 

Footpath 20 near Barclay Park in HoddesdonHowever, within Broxbourne, the Borough Council acts as agent to the County Council and is currently securing improvements to the rights of way network.  Improvements undertaken recently include boardwalks over areas of deep mud and new or improved bridges to cross watercourses.

 

Footpath 20 near Barclay Park

Hoddesdon,

 

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                          Footpath 20 near Barclay Park in Hoddesdon                                           

If you have any queries relating to:

 

The maintenance of public rights of way; signage and waymarking of routes; obstructions; dangerous animals arassment or misleading signs, please contact the Borough Council by telephone on 01992 785577 or by email to construction@broxbourne.gov.uk or write to:

 

Construction Services                               

Broxbourne Borough Council

Bishops College

Churchgate

Cheshunt

Hertfordshire

EN8 9XB

 

Country Code

  • Enjoy the countryside and respect its life and work.
  • Guard against all risk of fire.
  • Fasten all gates.
  • Keep to public paths across farmland.
  • Keep your dog under close control.
  • Use gates and stiles to cross fences, hedges and walls.
  • Leave livestock, crops and machinery alone.
  • Take your litter home.
  • Help keep all water clean.
  • Protect wildlife, plants and trees.
  • Take special care on country roads.
  • Make no unnecessary noise.

The public, landowners and tenants may be liable to prosecution if the rules/laws are not observed.

 

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