Public Rights of Way Maps in Berkshire
Finding maps of public rights of way in Berkshire is more complex than it might seem. Unlike Hampshire, which offers a single comprehensive map, Berkshire has multiple local authorities, each maintaining its own set of maps.
Here’s a quick reference for public rights of way maps from various councils:
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Bracknell Forest Borough Council
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Reading Borough Council
[Map Not Available] | Reading.gov.uk/search#?cludoquery=rights%20of%20way&cludopage=1&cludorefurl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.Reading.gov.uk%2F&cludorefpt=Reading%20Borough%20Council">More Info
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Slough Borough Council
Slough.gov.uk/parking-travel-and-roads/definitive-map.aspx">View Map | Slough.gov.uk/parking-travel-and-roads/public-rights-of-way.aspx">More Info
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West Berkshire District Council
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Windsor and Maidenhead Royal Borough Council
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Wokingham District Council
Wokingham.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=efc4f39c97e54f19989e7a1fa94f5d27">View Map | Wokingham.gov.uk/countryside-parks-and-conservation/footpaths-and-bridleways/find-a-public-right-of-way/">More Info
It’s worth noting that Reading Borough Council does not appear to have a definitive map or statement available, which is disappointing. Slough does provide a definitive map, but it seems to be a physical document that requires an appointment to view.
Thanks for sharing this information on the public rights of way in Berkshire! It’s interesting to see how fragmented the mapping system is across different councils compared to Hampshire’s single, unified map.
The links you provided are really helpful, but I share your concern about Reading Borough Council lacking an easily accessible definitive statement and map. It does seem like a significant oversight, especially for those interested in exploring the area. The paper map situation in Slough is also less than ideal; hopefully, they can digitize it soon for easier access.
For anyone looking to explore Berkshire’s paths, it might be worth contacting each council directly for the most current information, especially in cases like Reading and Slough where resources seem limited. Thanks again for compiling this information!