RIDER RIGHTS
Says Naomi Smith
It is all too possible to round a corner on horseback
and come upon a group of cattle with no prior warning -this WILL result in
a horse being badly spooked at best, bolting at worst -it is only a matter of
time ........... read more
Stoke Abbot Bridleway
Says Tony Barnett
As there was serious accidents on the bridleway, which is also a public footpath there is need to hold those responsible for the maintenance of that public access, the definitive plan and statement will show that the access is of ancient rites or gained by prescription, this then is free from any impediments and those responsible are liable for Damages/compensation.
My advice to the injured parties is to seek damages/compensation through the courts if necessary, perhaps this can be avoided and that safe access can be the outcome for both riders and public.
Says Linda Wright
We moved to a Shropshire location a year ago having surveyed the local OS
map and noted the significant number of bridleways around the property.
Sadly the map appears a total fiction. Scarce any of the bridleways are
usable ........... read more