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We are currently consulting on the draft version of our new Rights of Way Improvement Plan at Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP) 4 consultation. The closing date for comments is 5.00pm on Wednesday 26 July 2023. 

Rights of Way Improvement Plan


The Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROW) is a statutory document that enables highways authorities to create a more modern access and rights of way network.

Walk, cycle, ride

Our current ROW is called Walk, Cycle Ride.

Our vision is to develop a high quality path network fit for 21St century travel, recreation and enjoyment. We will:

  • prioritise resources to focus on key access
  • improve paths which serve specific purposes and fulfil greatest demand such as important utility and recreation paths around communities
  • create vital links between and within access networks to provide a more comprehensive network where need is justified

Icon for pdf Rights of Way Improvement Plan (PDF, 9.1mb)

Contact us
Access and Rights of Way
03000 265 342
Our address is:
  • Neighbourhoods and Climate Change
  • Durham County Council
  • St Johns Road
  • Meadowfield
  • County Durham
  • United Kingdom
  • DH7 8XQ