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Access Land

Extensive tracts of land in the county are designated as open access land. They include areas of common land, land in the ownership of the Forestry Commission, and areas of mountain, moor and heath. Access restriction may be in place at certain times of year, for example to protect ground-nesting birds.

Open Access Lands

Further Information

  • To view the boundaries of access land, and any restrictions that might be in force visit Open Access website.

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