Legal History
20 Jun 1953: This route was not recorded on the original definitive map.
31 Dec 1977: This route was not shown on the special review draft map and statement. DM sheet SR-88 (TQ09SW).
3 Jun 2019: Application for BW status on the basis of long usage. HCC reference 3R/102.
19 Aug 2022: Shortlisted for next set of BHS direction applications.
26 Mar 2023: Application made to the Secretary of State for a direction that Hertfordshire County Council determine the application by a set date.
9 May 2024: Secretary of State directed Hertfordshire County Council to determine the application by 9 Nov 2024. PINS reference ROW/3321042.
6 Jun 2025: County Council ask for additional information about the width of the route.
3 Sep 2025: Hertfordshire County Council Investigation report issued.
10 Sep 2026: The Hertfordshire County Council (Rickmansworth 73) Modification Order 2026, will if confirmed, add this route to the definitive map and statement as a bridleway.
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| Application Process |
| Path |
Application |
Certificate |
Direction |
Inv Report |
Order |
Confirmed |
| EC1051 |
3 Jun 2019 3R/102 |
7 Jun 2019 |
9 May 2024 (6mo) |
3 Sep 2025 |
10 Sep 2026 |
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Propposed Definitive Statement (17 Jul 2026)
Path: [Rickmansworth] 37. Status: Bridleway.
Definitive Map sheet: 88
Commences from junction with BR19 at TQ 0316 9457 then NNE for approx 420m to junction with Shepherds Lane (public highway) at TQ 0338 9493.
Width: 4m
Limitations: None
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This route was identified as in use and not recorded on the definitive map. A British Horse Society volunteer collected user evidence to demonstrate that the route was a bridleway.
