The Rights of Way network is not fixed in stone, and over time there have been a large number of changes to the network. The map below shows the current network, and indicates where consultations are live for potential changes, along with current orders open for objections and representations, along with orders confirmed since 1 April 2016. These are listed in the tables below the map, with links to the relevant documents.
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.
This is detailed in our current guidance, costs, and application form.
Decisions taken under delegated powers
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, which can be accessed here.
Decisions taken through our Rights of Way Committee procedures are on our committees page of this website (Rights of Way Committee page can be found here).
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.
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 - with links to this also on here.
Path | Bridleway 511095 |
Proposal | We have entered into agreements with the landowners to create a bridleway from the Swan Hotel (SD 369 863) north-eastwards to the road south of Landing How at SD 375 870. |
Current Situation | Path is open for use. |
Secretary of State / Planning Inspectorate Process
Queries to Michael Edwards at The Planning Inspectorate, Rights of Way Section, Room 3/A Eagle Wing, Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Temple Quay, Bristol, BS1 6PN. Telephone: 0303 444 1338. Email: Michael.edwards@planninginspectorate.gov.uk. Please quote reference number ROW/3282626 on all correspondence.
Click this Link to view all Documentation - If you wish to view the documentation in person, please contact nick.thorne@lakedistrict.gov.uk
Paths: Footpaths 408008, 408028, 408029, 408032, 408092, 408093
Proposal: Divert, extinguish and create footpaths to reflect paths used on the ground namely:
Link to Order: Diversion, Extinguishment and Creation Order, Notice and Map
To remain on website: until determined by Secretary of State
Path | Footpath |
Proposal | To create a footpath from FP407024 to the south-east of Ennerdale at NY |
Objection and Representation Period | 30 November 2022 to 4 January 2023 |
Current Situation | Objection has been received, and matter will be submitted to Secretary of State to determine. |
Path | Bridleway 407028 and Footpaths 407024, 407042 and 407054 |
Proposal |
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Objection and Representation Period | 30 November 2022 to 4 January 2023 |
Current Situation | Objection has been received, and matter will be submitted to Secretary of State to determine. |
Parish: Broughton West Parish (Duddon Parish Council)
Location: Occupation Lane, Broughton-in-Furness
Path: Bridleways 520070 & 520071
Proposal: Modify the definitive map by adding two sections of bridleway along Occupation Lane a) between Station Road in Broughton and Broughton Park, and b) between Broughton Park and Bush Green on the A595
Objection and Representation Period: 18 August 2022 to 21 October 2022
Objection has been received and matter will be submitted to Secretary of State to determine.
Proposal | Modify the definitive map by adding a footpath alongside (and across) the River Irt from Gaterigghow Bridge at NY 107 041 to near Hollins Bridge at NY 104 029. |
Objection and Representation Period | Objection and Representation period ended 4 May 2023, objections have been received. |
Link to Order and Notice | Order, Notice and Site Notice |
Remove from website | 22 September 2023 |
We have diverted the footpath running alongside Street Head between NY 3339 3846 and NY 3342 3851 to a new route around 10 metres to the east ending at NY 3342 3852.
Link to Order and Notice
Remove from website: 22 October 2023
We have now diverted the footpath at Walk Mill from the circuitous route between NY 2236 9050 and NY 2250 9047 to a more direct route to the north.
Advertising period: 20 April 2023
Link to Order and Notice
Remove from website: 10 September 2023
The whole of the footpath between High Close (NY 247 175) and the High Spy ridge path (NY 235 169) via Nitting Haws has been diverted to the used route avoiding the screes and crags.
Objection and representation period ends 7 April 2023
Remove from website 25 August 2023
We have modified the definitive map and statement by adding a bridleway from Rakefoot (NY 283 220) generally southwards (part over existing footpaths) to Ashness Bridge (NY 270 196) - Walla Crag & Cat Gill
Remove from website: 17 August 2023
Diversion of part of the footpath between just north of the High Dam car park road (SD 369 882) and just south of High Stott Park (SD 371 885) to a new line around 30 metres to the east.
Objection and representation period: Six weeks from 19 January 2023 (2 March 2023)
Link to Order and Notice and Site Notice
Remove from website: 19 July 2023
Diverted the footpath across Kirkstone Beck between Sykeside and Hartsop Hall to a new bridge around 10 metres north of the old one - at NY 399 119.
Link to Order and Notice
Remove from website: 3 June 2023