Public rights of way

The council is responsible for 325 public rights of way totalling approximately 64 kilometres.  These cover the following:

• Public footpaths - For walkers only.  They may not be suitable for pram, pushchair or wheelchair users.
• Bridleways - For walkers, horse riders and cyclists. Cyclists must give way to walkers and horse-riders.
• Byways and Restricted Byways (open to all traffic) - Routes for walkers, horse riders, cyclists and vehicles. Users include horse-drawn carriages, motorcycles and other motor vehicles.

Find out more about public rights of way

Our database Definitive Map and Statement describes all routes and restrictions on their use.

You can visit it online at Mapping Online in Enfield.

It is also available for inspection at the Civic Centre B Block Reception.

Traffic and Transportation also deals with changes to the Definitive Map, and related maintenance and enforcement issues.

View the register of applications

Corporate requests for information

Organisations and companies can request for information; a fee applies.

The fee depends on the amount of time taken to locate the data and complexity of answering the query.

Charges are £20.80 for the first half hour, unless otherwise advised of a higher charge for a more complex enquiry or if it comprises more than three questions.

If you are interested, please write to us.

The letter should include:

• Your queries
• Site plan showing details of the area you are interested in
• Payment (cheques only; made payable to London Borough of Enfield)

Information will only be forwarded upon receipt of payment.

Private rights of access

The council does not hold records of private rights of access. Please contact UK Land Registry.