The purpose of the Group is to promote walking  by encouraging the use of the public footpaths in the district.  To this end the Group will prepare and publish leaflets about walks in the district and arrange and publicise an organised walking programme throughout the year which may include walks outside the immediate district.  It will liaise as necessary with the Local Authorities, the Cotswold Wardens and any other authorised persons who maintain and keep open the public footpaths in the district. 

 

Membership is open to any person interested in furthering these aims, subject to payment of the appropriate annual subscription.

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Always abide by the Country Code

 

• Guard against all risk of fire.

• Be sure to leave gates as you find them.

• Keep your dog under close control at all times.

• Keep to public paths across farm land.

• Use gates and stiles to cross fences, hedges and walls.

• Leave livestock, crops and machinery alone.

• Leave no litter.

• Safeguard water supplies.

• Protect wildlife, plants and trees. Don't pick flowers.

• Be careful on country roads. Walk on the right.

• Make no unnecessary noise.

• Enjoy the countryside and respect its life and work.

 

There are many springs in this area - and Cotswold mud is notably sticky - so walkers are well advised to wear strong shoes or walking boots in all but the driest weather.

 

FOOTPATHS AND THE LAW

Please remember that the local area is farmland and it is not uncommon for you to come across horses or other livestock in the fields. Dog owners are reminded they have a legal responsibility to keep their dog under close control, usually on a lead.

In fields where crops are growing follow the footpath wherever possible. 

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SAFETY

At all times you are expected to use your own judgement regarding personal safety before proceeding along any of the given routes. Areas are often muddy, even in dry conditions, and the state of the footpath can change suddenly. So please ensure you wear appropriate footwear, with good grip and have waterproof clothing with you.