Restricted Byway ED56 at Sholden Definitive Map Modification Order 2025

Kent County Council has received an application, and subsequently made an Order, to amend the legal record of Public Rights of Way, known as the Definitive Map, by upgrading Public Footpath ED56 at Sholden and Deal to Restricted Byway status. The proposed upgrade to Restricted Byway status provides the public with right of way on horseback, bicycle and in a non-mechanically propelled vehicle, in addition to the existing right of way on foot.

Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, the County Council may make an Order to modify the Definitive Map where it is considered that a route shown at a particular status ought to be shown at a different status. The Order will only take effect if it is confirmed; making and advertising the Order provides an opportunity for objections and representations to be made.

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

The deadline for responses is 30 June 2025.

Kent County Council has received an application, and subsequently made an Order, to amend the legal record of Public Rights of Way, known as the Definitive Map, by upgrading Public Footpath ED56 at Sholden and Deal to Restricted Byway status. The proposed upgrade to Restricted Byway status provides the public with right of way on horseback, bicycle and in a non-mechanically propelled vehicle, in addition to the existing right of way on foot.

Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, the County Council may make an Order to modify the Definitive Map where it is considered that a route shown at a particular status ought to be shown at a different status. The Order will only take effect if it is confirmed; making and advertising the Order provides an opportunity for objections and representations to be made.

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

The deadline for responses is 30 June 2025.