Use this page to report a problem with a public footpath, bridleway or byway.
We can investigate:
- Obstructions or obstacles on a path
- Fallen trees across a path
- Overgrown paths
- Ploughing/overgrown crops
- Locked or broken gates and stiles
- Poor surface conditions
- Problems with signs
- Problems with bridges
- Problems with steps or handrails
- Dangerous or intimidating animals
Anti-social behaviour, fly tipping, and problems on roads/footways
If you want to report anti-social behaviour, fly tipping, or another problem with a road or footway, use our dedicated online processes:
Before you report it
Before you report a problem with a right of way, you will need the following information:
- The type of problem you are reporting
- A detailed description of the location you are reporting which may include:
- what3words
- path name
- nearest address/road name
- grid reference
- visible landmarks
- Your name, address, telephone number, and email address
Report it
You can report a problem with a right of way using our online form.
Next steps
After you have reported the problem to us, we will investigate and identify the necessary action to resolve the issue on the public right of way.