Public Footpath WT288 (part), Brenchley and Matfield Public Path Diversion and Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order 2025

Kent County Council has received an application, and subsequently made an Order, to divert part of Public Footpath WT288 at Brenchley and Matfield.

Under the Highways Act 1980, an Order may be made to close or divert a Public Footpath, Bridleway or Restricted Byway where it is in the interests of the landowner and/or the public to do so. In considering a proposal, the County Council will have regards to whether the new route is substantially less convenient to the public and the impact of the proposed diversion on the public enjoyment of the route as a whole.

Further details about the application (including how to respond) and a plan showing the proposal can be found by viewing WT288 Order, Order Notice, and Statement in the Documents section.



Kent County Council has received an application, and subsequently made an Order, to divert part of Public Footpath WT288 at Brenchley and Matfield.

Under the Highways Act 1980, an Order may be made to close or divert a Public Footpath, Bridleway or Restricted Byway where it is in the interests of the landowner and/or the public to do so. In considering a proposal, the County Council will have regards to whether the new route is substantially less convenient to the public and the impact of the proposed diversion on the public enjoyment of the route as a whole.

Further details about the application (including how to respond) and a plan showing the proposal can be found by viewing WT288 Order, Order Notice, and Statement in the Documents section.



  • 20 June 2025

    This Order was confirmed on 9 June 2025 and takes effect on 7 July 2025.

    The confirmed Order and Notice may be viewed in the Documents section.