Our Common Land
Our Common Land An Open Spaces Society publication The seventh edition of Our Common Land by Paul Clayden has been revised and updated to include the many changes in the law which have taken place since the previous edition in 2006. These include the bringing into force of part 1 of the Commons Act 2006,…
Read MoreVoluntary registration/dedication of land as a town or village green
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Do you want to shape the future of paths and open spaces? We need your help to keep our technical information, analysis & advice effective and up to date – your support means we can employ expert caseworkers. Become a…
Read MoreTown or Village Green claimants preparation for and participation in public inquiries
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Town or Village Green (TV) claimants preparation for and participation in public inquiries We look at matters that apply to the period in a green claim process after all the evidence has been gathered, the claim has been submitted and…
Read MoreRights of Way: Requiring the highway authority to act on obstructed paths Section 130A of the Highways Act 1980
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Do you want to shape the future of paths and open spaces? We need your help to keep our technical information, analysis & advice effective and up to date – your support means we can employ expert caseworkers. Become a…
Read MoreRights of Way: Taking action on paths which are ‘out of repair’ – making an application under section 56 of the Highways Act 1980
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Do you want to shape the future of paths and open spaces? We need your help to keep our technical information, analysis & advice effective and up to date – your support means we can employ expert caseworkers. Become a…
Read MoreRights of Way: Impassable Paths
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Do you want to shape the future of paths and open spaces? We need your help to keep our technical information, analysis & advice effective and up to date – your support means we can employ expert caseworkers. Become a…
Read MoreInformation Hub
Do you have a question about paths and open spaces? Welcome to our information hub We want you to get the best out of all the facts, casework and advice this website contains. For a general introduction to a topic, read our FAQ pages. Rights of Way/Footpaths Open and Green Spaces Town & Village Greens…
Read MoreFact sheets
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Are you looking for more information about paths and open spaces? There are fact sheets available to read, share, print or download to help you with issues concerning the following topics: Rights of Way/Footpaths Open and green spaces Town and…
Read MoreRights of Way: Applications for paths based on twenty years’ use
The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Do you want to shape the future of paths and open spaces? We need your help to keep our technical information, analysis & advice effective and up to date – your support means we can employ expert caseworkers. Become a…
Read MoreRights of Way: Highway Verges – Some Practical Points
Highway verges: some practical points The Open Spaces Society has been defending open spaces in England and Wales since 1865. Do you want to shape the future of paths and open spaces? We need your help to keep our technical information, analysis & advice effective and up to date – your support means we can…
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