Braughing Parish Paths Group
Background
The Braughing Parish Paths Group was formed in 2004 with the encouragement of the Parish Council Committee to promote the enjoyment of the Public Rights of Way in the Parish and to monitor their maintenance. There are 37 Rights of Way in the Parish totalling over 21 miles. These are shown on the Definitive Map and listed in the Definitive Statement which is maintained by Herts County Council. There is a lot more information about the Definitive Map and Rights of Way on the HCC website.
Map
In 2007, using a grant from the Parish Paths Partnership and a donation from Glaxo Smith Kline, the Paths Group produced a map leaflet showing the public rights of way in the parish and four suggested walks. Copies of the leaflet are available from local libraries and Tourist Information Offices.
Modification Orders
The following additions and amendments to the Rights of Way in Braughing have been submitted to the County Council for evaluation:
Change from footpath to bridleway for footpath 33 and extension. This path starts at Ideal Farm Braughing Friars and runs south behind the old poultry houses but stops abruptly. An extension has been requested along field boundaries to exit to the public road opposite the Warren Farm entrance.
A new path from Maltings Lane near the ford, along the river to Fleece Lane bridge. This is shown on the 1925 Ordnance Survey map but was not included on the Definitive Map. A decision is expected.
A new path from the end of Hull Lane following field boundaries crossing the old railway line and joining the A10. This application will take some time.
We also believe Little Hormead parish have applied for the change from footpath to bridleway for footpath 22 in their parish. This path is a bridleway on the Braughing side of the parish boundary but a footpath on the Little Hormead side.
The Bone
Although not strictly a public path the landowner allows this to be used for the benefit of the village. On behalf of the Parish Council the Paths Group arranges periodic working groups to maintain the path and manage the vegetation. If you are interested in helping or wish to know more about the group please contact us.
Background
The Braughing Parish Paths Group was formed in 2004 with the encouragement of the Parish Council Committee to promote the enjoyment of the Public Rights of Way in the Parish and to monitor their maintenance. There are 37 Rights of Way in the Parish totalling over 21 miles. These are shown on the Definitive Map and listed in the Definitive Statement which is maintained by Herts County Council. There is a lot more information about the Definitive Map and Rights of Way on the HCC website.
Map
In 2007, using a grant from the Parish Paths Partnership and a donation from Glaxo Smith Kline, the Paths Group produced a map leaflet showing the public rights of way in the parish and four suggested walks. Copies of the leaflet are available from local libraries and Tourist Information Offices.
Modification Orders
The following additions and amendments to the Rights of Way in Braughing have been submitted to the County Council for evaluation:
Change from footpath to bridleway for footpath 33 and extension. This path starts at Ideal Farm Braughing Friars and runs south behind the old poultry houses but stops abruptly. An extension has been requested along field boundaries to exit to the public road opposite the Warren Farm entrance.
A new path from Maltings Lane near the ford, along the river to Fleece Lane bridge. This is shown on the 1925 Ordnance Survey map but was not included on the Definitive Map. A decision is expected.
A new path from the end of Hull Lane following field boundaries crossing the old railway line and joining the A10. This application will take some time.
We also believe Little Hormead parish have applied for the change from footpath to bridleway for footpath 22 in their parish. This path is a bridleway on the Braughing side of the parish boundary but a footpath on the Little Hormead side.
The Bone
Although not strictly a public path the landowner allows this to be used for the benefit of the village. On behalf of the Parish Council the Paths Group arranges periodic working groups to maintain the path and manage the vegetation. If you are interested in helping or wish to know more about the group please contact us.
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Parish Paths Walks
Starting in 2006 the group has organised walks on the first Sunday of each month during the summer (April to October inclusive) and winter walks in December and February.
Each walk has a nominated leader and starts from the village square at 2pm, and ends back in the Square about 4pm followed by tea in the village hall or a drink in one of the pubs if you wish.
Information on the forthcoming walk is advertised around the village and in the village diary.
New Bridge for The Bone
Walkers along the Bone path can now get further before getting their feet wet when the stream is flowing with the building of a new bridge across the ditch. Previously the path soon became impassable after heavy rain just a few yards in but the new bridge, provided by the Paths Group, enables walkers to cross the torrent.
With care it is now possible to walk the whole length of the Bone even in wet weather.
Starting in 2006 the group has organised walks on the first Sunday of each month during the summer (April to October inclusive) and winter walks in December and February.
Each walk has a nominated leader and starts from the village square at 2pm, and ends back in the Square about 4pm followed by tea in the village hall or a drink in one of the pubs if you wish.
Information on the forthcoming walk is advertised around the village and in the village diary.
New Bridge for The Bone
Walkers along the Bone path can now get further before getting their feet wet when the stream is flowing with the building of a new bridge across the ditch. Previously the path soon became impassable after heavy rain just a few yards in but the new bridge, provided by the Paths Group, enables walkers to cross the torrent.
With care it is now possible to walk the whole length of the Bone even in wet weather.
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