Public Rights of Way

Online Public Rights of Way Network Map

A right of way gives users a right to pass and repass along that route only and to deviate around any obstruction they may come across. Any other use on private land may be trespass unless you have the permission of the landowner or some other right to be there. Users of rights of way should follow the Countryside Code.

There are over 300 kilometres of Public Rights of Way in Blaenau Gwent, linking towns and villages to the diverse countryside and landscape of the county. The Council is responsible for the management of this access network, which consists of 300 kilometres of Public Rights of Ways. There are also a number of promoted routes ranging from Community walks to regional trails.

Definitive Map Modification Order applications

Anyone can apply for a Definitive Map Modification Order (DMMO) if they consider that a public right of way is either:

1. Not recorded on the Definitive Map and Statement, or
2. Recorded on the Definitive Map and Statement but should be shown as a way of a different status, or
3. Recorded on the Definitive Map and Statement but should no longer be recorded.

Applications must be supported by evidence forms of use and/or evidence contained in historic documents.

If you wish to apply for a DMMO please contact the access team on 01495 369722 or the email below

Register of Definitive Map Modification Order applications

As the 'Surveying Authority' BGCBC must keep a register of validated Definitive Map Modification Order applications.

These applications are made under Section 53(5) of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981

• Rights of Way Map: https://countryside.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/
• Telephone Number: 01495 369722
• Email Address: rightsofway@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk