Public opinions sought in Dartmoor cycling consultation

Dartmoor National Park Authority says that it wants to develop a basic set of principles for both on and off road riding in the 368 sq. miles of moorland in south Devon.

As detailed in the Dartmoor Commons Act 1985, cycling on open moorland or common land is prohibited unless it is on one of the 350 kilometres of bridleways or byways. There is also a network of designated cycle routes in the National Park.

Consultation on responsibility

An increase in cycling in the area has prompted the consultation to ensure that cyclists ride responsibility where they are allowed to, leave gates as they find them, protect the environment and ensure that the National Park remains a living and working landscape.

All comments on the new guidance must be submitted to recreation@dartmoor.gov.uk no later than October 31.

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