There is a large network of footpaths and bridleways throughout
Purbeck and many of our promoted walks use this network.
Footpaths are waymarked with either
yellow arrows or a yellow person walking. Footpaths are to be
used by pedestrians only.
Bridleways are waymarked with blue arrows or a
blue person riding a horse. Bridleways can be used by
pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists.
Byways Open to All Traffic (BOATs) are
waymarked with red arrows and can be used by pedestrians, horse
riders, cyclists and vehicles. There are only two small sections in
Purbeck which are classified as BOATs.
If you would like to know more about public right of way routes
or signage visit the Dorset For
You website (external link)
All work relating to public rights of way which includes footpaths
and bridleways is the responsibility of Dorset County Council. If
you have any queries relating to maintenance, temporary closure or
misuse of paths or if you would like to apply to divert or close a
Right of Way, please contact Dorset County Council Rights of Way
Team on 01305 221219.
Links:
Walking in
Purbeck
Cycling in
Purbeck
Public
Rights of Way - Dorset County Council (external link)
Rights of
Way Improvement Plan (external link)