Current statutory notices
We receive annual applications relating to:
- creation, diversion, or extinguishment of public rights of way
- section 31(6) deposits and statutory declarations
Summaries of current applications are listed below. Full details of section 31(6) deposits are available on the Declarations Register.
Rights of Way Declarations Register
Recent deposits
- Red Gap Farm, Wolviston – Deposit of Map, Statement and Statutory Declaration
- Black Moor Plantation, Wynyard – Deposit of Map, Statement and Statutory Declaration
Current rights of way restrictions
These restrictions affect access to public rights of way due to development or legal orders.
Temporary Closures and Diversions (Authorised Works)
1. Hartlepool Public Footpath No. 31 – Britmag/Steetley Site, Old Cemetery Road
A temporary closure and diversion is in place due to housing development by Persimmon Housing (Teesside) UK. The affected section runs between Brus Tunnel and the Jewish Cemetery.
2. Hartlepool Public Footpath No. 4 – Cairnston Road, Naisberry Estate
Temporary closure due to flood defence and screening works. The affected section runs between the adjoining footpath and Cairnston Road. A diversion is in place via Reedston Road until Christmas.
Permanent restrictions (Traffic Regulation Orders – TROs)
The following byways are subject to permanent vehicle restrictions. These orders prohibit the use of mechanically propelled vehicles, excluding mobility scooters:
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Greatham Public Byway No. 14
From Greatham Back Lane (NZ 486 : 277) to Cloff Bridge (NZ 482 : 261) -
Hartlepool Public Byway No. 22
From Elmwood Road (NZ 493 : 334) to Wiltshire Way (NZ 493 : 337) -
Greatham Detached Public Byway No. 2
From Macrae Road (NZ 483 : 294) to Parish Boundary (NZ 477 : 296) -
Seaton Public Byway No. 1b
From Zinc Works Road (NZ 493 : 335) to Seaton Public Bridleway No. 1a (NZ 493 : 337)
Maps and further information
Maps of all current Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) are available to download:
For more information or to discuss any of the above notices or restrictions, please contact the Countryside Access Team.