Countryside Code

Advice for the public

• Be safe – plan ahead and follow any signs
• Leave gates and property as you find them
• Protect plants and animals, and take your litter home
• Keep dogs under close control
• Consider other people

Advice for land managers

Know your rights, responsibilities and liabilities

• Where can people go on your land?
• What rules apply to people while they are on your land?
• What are your rights and responsibilities towards people on your land?

Make it easy for visitors to act responsibly

• How can you help people get access to your land responsibly and keep to the Countryside Code?
• What help and advice can you get?

Identify possible threats to visitors’ safety

• Are there any risks to the safety of people on your land, and how can you deal with these risks?