Public Footpath WC16 (Part), Goudhurst Public Path Diversion and Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order 2024

Kent County Council has received an application, and subsequently made an Order, to divert part of Public Footpath WC16 at Goudhurst.

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 the files in the Documents section.


Kent County Council has received an application, and subsequently made an Order, to divert part of Public Footpath WC16 at Goudhurst.

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 the files in the Documents section.


  • 29 November 2024

    This Order was confirmed on 15 November 2024 and will take effect after 28 days.

    The confirmed Order may be viewed in the Documents section.