Footpaths, bridleways - and walks
Map showing Footpaths & Bridleways
This map shows the footpaths around the village, marked by the green dotted lines. The green hatched lines denote bridleways.
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News Update February 2023: The permissive path has been re-instated around the field between East Street and the Bridleway.
You will see that there is a new pedestrian gate installed to the left of the agricultural gate (viewed from East Street) at the Northern entry point to the path. The route of the path is as follows…
From East Street, keep left on the track towards the newly installed gate, enter the field and turn right
Follow the boundary of the field keeping close to the hedge, along the northern, then western edge and within the fenced area (take care, this is electric fence)
At the South West Corner of the field exit via the kissing gate onto the Bridleway.
The route of the path is highlighted on this helpful sketch.
Please be respectful of neighbouring properties and the tenant farmer by sticking to the following guidance points…
Please adhere to The Countryside Code at all times.
Please clean up after your dogs - there are poo bins at the East end of the Bridleway, on the common at New Road and along the wall close to the Church.
Please keep dogs under close control and on leads when livestock is present in the field.
Please be careful with your footing as there are some brambles etc. that have grown and could cause possible trip hazards along the route.
As this is a permissive path, rather than a designated public footpath, the landowner SCC are at liberty to withdraw their permission at any time. The Parish Council have no cause to believe this will be in the near future, but please help us to retain this access by using and enjoying responsibly.
Thank you for your support and understanding. Please do enjoy the use of this valuable addition to the village.
Discover local walks written for you by Chiselborough residents
Circular Walk: Cat Head Inn - Masons Arms
Stuart Wright gives directions for a 10km local circular walk through Odcombe, taking around 2 ½ hours
Circular Walk: Cat Head & the Hamdons
Stuart describes another circular walk which passes several dog-friendly pubs. 11km, around 2 ¾ hours
Circular Walk: amble through the Chinnocks
At 8km / around 2 hours, this is a shorter walk by Stuart. It passes the Muddled Man pub in West Chinnock
Circular Walk: quieter areas of Ham Hill
Stuart shares another 8km / 2 hr walk, taking in the Witcombe Valley and the quieter parts of Ham Hill
Circular Walk:
This 11km walk takes in some of the small villages to the east of Chiselborough & can be adapted for bike!
...and further afield: a coastal walk
This invigorating circular walk, from Joanna Hazelton, is from Kingston near Corfe Castle and takes around 3 hrs
If you follow one of Stuart’s walks and you enjoy it, he suggests you might consider gifting a modest donation to our Village Hall or to Chiselborough Church. The Treasurer is Hilary Venn: T. 881204
Should you wish to write up a favourite walk for others in the village to enjoy, simply send it to Sara at chiselboroughwebsite@gmail.com
To report a problem on a Right of Way in Chiselborough Parish, contact CPC Councillor Adrian Pipe E: cpc.cllrpipe@gmail.com
Or/And you can report the issue on this interactive map - here
The Somerset Ramblers website carries much information, advice, lists of local Ramblers groups, and details of walks: click here
Neospora
Neospora abortion is now the most commonly diagnosed cause of abortion in cattle and is a serious concern for UK farmers. It can be caused by cattle ingesting the protozoan parasite Neospora caninum which may be carried by dogs and excreted in their faeces.
With your help the risk of cattle becoming infected can be significantly reduced by ensuring that all your dog’s faeces are picked up when walking in the countryside. Please remember to carry a litter bag with you and take it to your nearest dog litter bin for disposal.
Please adhere to ‘The Countryside Code’ and help protect the countryside and the animals that live in it. A new leaflet entitled ‘Enjoy the countryside responsibly with your dog’ is available to view on the NFU website. To view or download the leaflet, click here
Thank you from the farming community for your help in protecting our beautiful British countryside together with the health and wellbeing of our livestock.
Illustration by Sarah Bailey : www.sarahbaileycartoonist.co.uk