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Introduction

Somerset is a wonderful county full of contrast and there is no better way to absorb its beauty, variety and history than through the Public Rights of Way Network. The county has over 9000 rights of way totalling 3808 miles (6129 km).

The extensive path network is varied ranging from long distance routes such as the South West Coast Path and the River Parrett Trail, to a number of promoted circular routes and local country paths.

The majority of the Public Rights of Way Network in Somerset is made up of public footpaths, over which the public only have a right on foot. There are also many public bridleways over which you can walk, ride a horse and also cycle (as long as you give way to other walkers and horse riders). There are a lesser number of restricted byways and a handful of byways open to all traffic. Restricted byways allow walkers, horse riders, cyclists and non-mechanically propelled vehicles (for example, horse and cart), whereas byways open to all traffic allow all users including motorised traffic.

We are responsible for protecting and asserting your rights to use the network and for keeping the legal record of public rights of way up-to-date. We have also published a Rights of Way Improvement Plan for the county and are responsible for the recruiting for, and servicing of, the Somerset Local Access Forum.

If you would like to get involved in supporting this wonderful resource, the Rights of Way Team has a range of voluntary opportunities where members of the public can get involved. You can find out more on our Volunteering Somerset website.

Report an issue on the network

You can use Explore Somerset mapping to report issues that you find on the public rights of way network. Please locate the issue on the map as accurately as possible as this makes it easier for the wardens and rangers to locate and investigate. Issues will be assessed and where necessary, action taken to try and resolve them. If you supply your email address on the form you will receive updates when the issue has been assigned and resolved or closed.

View the network and the modification register

You can plan a walk, ride or cycle, or simply check where a public right of way is then follow this link to view the entire public rights of way network in Somerset. You will also be able to see what type of assets (for example, stiles, gates) are on the paths or view and report issues on the network.

View details of applications that have been made under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 to modify the Definitive Map and Statement:

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Rights of Way requests – view the Modifications Register

Highways and Commons Deposits Register

Landowners can protect their land from new rights of way and town and village green claims by depositing with the Council Highways Statements, Declarations and Landowner Statements.

Our register of existing deposits is available on Explore Somerset .

The England Coast Path - Somerset

We have worked in partnership with Natural England to establish the 93 km (58 mile) Somerset stretch of the England Coast Path between Brean Down and Minehead. The route was officially opened on 15 March 2016.

For more information about the route please visit our England Coast Path page or the National Trails website . A map of the route is shown on the  Explore Somerset  interactive map. When Ordnance Survey maps are revised they will show the route.

Rights of Way Improvement Plan

The Rights of Way Improvement Plan identifies how we propose to improve the provision of public rights of way and service delivery in Somerset for walkers, cyclists, equestrians and those with visual or mobility impairments. It contains policy statements and an action plan.

The Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 placed a duty on all Highway Authorities to produce a Rights of Way Improvement Plan by November 2007. The first Somerset Rights of Way Improvement Plan was adopted in 2006 and has since been revised with Rights of Way Improvement Plan 2 adopted in 2015.

The existing network of public rights of way dates back over 50 years and in many areas there has been little change to the path network. The landscape has changed in this time, as has the way that we move about the countryside with an increased use of public rights of way for recreational purposes. Therefore we need to provide a network of routes that meets the current and future needs of the public, for residents and visitors alike. However, this has to be achieved within the current restrictive legal framework.

Public consultation resulted in over 1000+ suggestions for new routes, diversions or improvements to existing routes. These proposals have been prioritised using the Rights of Way Improvement Plan scorecard and will be investigated further as and when resources allow.

The Rights of Way Improvement Plan is part of the Future Transport Plan and is to be reviewed at least every 10 years.

Open access land

Under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, the public were given rights to walk freely over mapped access land without having to stay on public rights of way. We are responsible for enabling and managing access on this land, in consultation with the Somerset Local Access Forum.

To find out more information about open access land please contact us or visit the Natural England website by using the link in More Information.

Landowners and long-term tenants can apply for restrictions to suspend or prevent access onto their land for land management, safety or fire prevention reasons. You will need to apply for restrictions to Natural England.

Please call the Open Access Contact Centre on 0300 060 2091 or email [email protected] .

Signs will be placed at access points to the restricted areas with an indication of when the restriction will be lifted.

The new rights do not entitle you to ride a bike or a horse, drive a vehicle, camp, hunt, fish or collect anything from the area, light fires or take part in organised games or commercial activities. However, this does not affect existing rights such as bridleways and footpaths or any other rights that apply locally.

In Somerset, over 63 sq. miles or 163 km² of land has been successfully opened up as access land. We have worked with landowners and land managers to help to ensure that where possible, the land is fully accessible, whilst not conflicting with conservation and heritage interests.

Please observe our countryside code by:

• planning your route and following signs
• leaving gates and property as you find them
• protecting plants and animals
• taking litter home
• keeping children and dogs under control.

More information

• Explore Somerset – interactive map
• Countryside Code website
• Report illegal off-road activity on public rights of way
• Natural England Coastal Access
• DEFRA website
• Walks and Trails in Somerset
• Rights of Way GIS Files

We release data containing details of the rights of way in Somerset. The date of this data is 2 April 2024. Please be aware that the Interactive Mapping includes any changes made since this data was obtained.

Any use of this data must include the date of the data and the following disclaimer:

The precise line of a right of way can only be determined by reference to the Definitive Map (1:10560 scale). Somerset Council can accept no responsibility for any error or inaccuracy which may arise from the transposition of the Definitive Map to a different scale.

• Public Rights of Way Interactive Mapping Conditions of Use (PDF 235KB)
• Map of Area Wardens (PDF 1.95MB)
• Important information for landowners with Rights of Way (PDF 865KB)
• Public Rights of Way Issues (PDF 99.3KB)
• Route Finder leaflet (PDF 0.99KB) – walking, riding and cycling routes in Somerset
• Pre-application Information (PDF 581KB) – guide to modifying the Definitive Map and Statement
• Rights of Way Improvement Plan 2 – Maintenance and Enforcement Policy (PDF 733KB)
• Guidance for Landowners Affected by ROW Modification Applications (PDF 319KB)
• Rights of Way Improvement Plan 2 (PDF 2.51MB)
• Rights of Way Improvement Plan 2 – Schedule of Policies and Actions (PDF 5.58MB)
• Guide for Dog Owners and Walkers (PDF 529KB)
• Cropping and Ploughing Public Rights of Way (PDF 389KB) – a guide for landowners and farmers

Last reviewed: April 2, 2024 by Paul

Next review due: October 2, 2024

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England's smallest city. Britain's biggest gorge. Europe's most famous festival. Somerset caters from the very big to the very small. If you've already packed your hiking boots, make the Mendip Hills your first stop, and don't forget the binoculars. Birdwatching here is fantastic. After more family fun, head to Cheddar Gorge. Explore the caves and take part in their Crystal Quest. Stay in any of our hotels in Somerset, and you'll be close to all the action. And if you're lucky and get tickets, enjoy Glastonbury. Jealous? Us? Never.

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Book a hotel in Somerset and find out that Glastonbury's more than a festival. Start by climbing the Tor, a place of spiritual significance rumoured to be home to the Holy Grail. It's fun to entertain these speculations for the 40 minutes it'll take you to walk there from our Glastonbury Hotel. After your ramble, drive to Wells, the smallest city in England. The cathedral is well worth a look, but you must save time for Bishops Palace. Got good weather? Get outdoors. There's plenty to see. If you like climbing trees, you're spoiled for choice. Children are given small blackboards to draw on when they feel the urge. Grab dinner at one of the independent restaurants in town, before the 35-minute drive to our Yeovil Podimore Hotel.

Things to do in Somerset

Somerset is famed for its natural beauty. If you want something short and sweet, or have children with you, visit Cheddar Gorge. Visit the caves, or take the tour bus which weaves in and around Britain's biggest gorge. If you feel daring, why not try rock climbing? You'll sleep well tonight at our Glastonbury Hotel which is 14.6 miles away. If you're a serious walker, take a hike over the Mendip Hills. For your efforts, you'll be blessed with a stunning panorama. Our Portishead Hotel is 19.4 miles from the Banwell Castle starting point, which itself is quite a spectacle.

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