There are over 3000 miles of public rights of way in Northumberland. They are a great resource to help you exercise, relax or enjoy the outstanding quality of the Northumberland countryside and towns and villages. This map will help you to make the most of the public rights of way. It contains information on every recorded public right of way in the County on an easy to use interactive map. It shows routes which can be used by walkers (public footpaths, bridleways and byways) and horseriders and cyclists too (public bridleways and byways). You can use the map to plan your countryside visit, discover information about public rights of way in your locality and report problems with the rights of way network to the Council. If you are going to use the map for conveyance or other legal purposes please contact the council first on 01670 534084.

Map and register of applications to amend the Definitive Map

The map incorporates a register of applications received by the Council to amend the Definitive Map. The register provides information on the type of amendment requested, the Rights of Way Committee decision on the application and, where appropriate, progress with recording the application route as a public right of way. The register can be viewed either as a map of claims or in table format. The help menu provides details on how to access the register in both forms.

Map and register of path closures

Some public rights of way may be subject to either permanent or temporary closures either because the route is unsuitable or because temporary works are being undertaken which pose a safety hazard to members of the public. The map shows the location of public rights of way affected by either permanent or temporary traffic regulation orders. The register provides details of the closure and, where appropriate, describes an alternative route which can be used by the public. The register can be viewed either as a map of closures or in table format. The help menu provides details on how to access the register in both forms.

Help with using the Map

If you have used this map before, or are familiar with interactive maps you can go straight to it now by clicking the map button.

If you are unsure about how to use the map click on the help button and you will be directed to information on its use. You will also be able to access Help information once you are in the map.

If you experience any problems using this facility please email David.Brookes@northumberland.gov.uk