Definitive Map

Worcestershire County Council is responsible for the Definitive Map and Statement which is a record of Worcestershire’s Public Rights of Way. The OS maps on which the information given on the website is based are an excellent indication of Public Rights of Way. However it should be noted that there are changes to the network not reflected on these maps and any representation of a Public Right of Way on the website is not legally conclusive. Where there is any doubt please check with the Definitive Map and Statement at County Hall by contacting the Countryside Service on 01905 768289 or email countryside@worcestershire.gov.uk

If you want to look at Public Rights of Way in the County the following link to the County Map helps you find out about specific Rights of Way in the County.

How to use the maps to view Public Rights of Way

Initially the screen says ‘Retrieving Data’ while it downloads the mapping information. The time that this takes varies depending on a number of factors including the speed of your computer’s modem and how busy the network is. Once this has been done it will show an outline of the County with coloured squiggles, which represent Public Rights of Way.

Zoom in: Magnify any area within the County by clicking on the magnifying glass with a + on it, then dragging a box around the area you want. The type of map displayed will be appropriate to the size of area you have selected.

Pan: Click on the hand then drag map to look further in the desired direction. Pan to North / South / East / West: click on the appropriate blue arrow to view the map in the chosen direction.

Zoom out: Opposite of zoom in (magnifying glass with on it). Dragging a box has the reverse effect. It is quicker if you use this before moving from one part of the County to another.

Once you have located the area, a highlighted line indicates a Public Right of Way.

Click on the link below to get to the Public Rights of Way County Map.

Map of paths

• Countryside Service
• Public Rights of Way
• What are Public Rights of Way
• Definitive Rights of Way Map
• Maintenance and Obstructions
• Reporting a Problem
• Recording, Changing and Closing
• Rights of Way Improvement Plan
• Local Access Forum
• County Council Working Practices
• Working Practices
• Local Contacts
• Section 31 Deposits
• Definitive Map Modification Orders
• Definitive Map Modification Order Reports
• Rosses and Guises Lanes, Wichenford