| Outdoor Access |
| South Ayrshire Outdoor Access |
| Core Paths Plan |
| Core Paths Plan Maps |
| Core Paths Plan Comment Form |
| Local Access Forum |
| Land Reform Act |
| Outdoor Access Code |
| Local Access Forum |
| Members |
| Operating Agreement |
| Communication Plan |
| Agendas and Minutes |
| Outdoor Access Officer David Gray Burns House, Burns Statue Square, Ayr KA7 1UT Tel: 01292 616649 Fax: 01292 612143 |
The Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 establishes statutory access rights over most land and inland water. It is recognised however that most people would prefer to take access along clearly defined and recognised routes. To provide for this, South Ayrshire Council is required to plan a "system of paths" (Core Paths Plan) sufficient for the purpose of giving the public reasonable access throughout the area.
Core Paths
Core paths as the most important routes in the area, will provide a basic framework of routes which meets community needs and minimises any potential conflict with land management operations. They will provide opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding and other activities for people of all abilities. Core Paths could include existing paths or new paths and the surface may vary from beaten earth paths, to surfaced paths and tracks.
How can I become involved?
The Council must draw up a draft core paths plan by 9th February 2008. This plan will largely be determined by the results from a number of public consultations which have been held throughout South Ayrshire.
