The future of ‘rights of way’ under discussion

A survey of how rights of way in and around Welshpool will be maintained and improved over the next 10 years comes to an end in the New Year.

A new draft 10-year Rights of Way Improvement Plan has been published by Powys County Council for the whole county.

The plan sets out a range of actions that the council’s Countryside Services team and other partners like Town and Community Councils and volunteers will endeavour to tackle over the next 10 years to not only maintain, but also improve the network for all who use it.

Cllr Aled Davies, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Countryside Services, said: “Powys is a beautiful county with an extensive rights of way network which opens up parts of our county to all who love the countryside. From horse riding to mountain biking, family walks to trail running, our network offers something very special to anyone who wishes to discover what nature and being outside can do for their mental health and well-being.

“Although resources are tight we have set out a plan which will allow us to sustain the network for all our residents and our hundreds of visitors who flock to Powys every year.  Before we approve it we’d like residents to have a final say on it by completing our survey.”

Residents can have their say on the plan by clicking here.

The consultation closes on January 15.