I just heard back and the application for the footpath is officially moving forward which honestly feels surreal because I remember when we were just staring at that barbed wire thinking nothing would ever change. You all really came through and I am sitting here staring at my computer screen …
June 12, 2017
Final supporters
Do you value the footpath around the field between North Stainley and the river (known as Dunkirk)?
You will be aware that the footpath has been ploughed in this year, gates locked, barbed wire erected and ‘keep out’ signs fitted.
Whether you were a regular user, just went for an occasional stroll, or just liked to know that it was there, please sign our petition to show your support for getting it reinstated. Get your family and friends from the village to sign it as well.
The petition will not carry any legal weight, but if we can demonstrate to the Parish Council that the residents value this amenity, then they might support an application to North Yorkshire County Council that could lead to the footpaths being reinstated.
If a footpath has been used for more than 20 years, as this footpath has, then a ‘definitive map modification order’ can be applied for, and if successful, this will make the footpaths permanent rights of way. If you recall the footpath being in use for 20 years or more, or know someone who does, please send your name and address to [email protected], as this will add weight to the application.
It’s not just dog walkers who use the field, it is also birdwatchers, fishermen, runners and joggers of all ages, families going for a stroll after Sunday lunch, children going exploring, caravaners from Slenningford Caravan Park enjoying the countryside etc. The footpath is surely one of North Stainley’s premium assets and benefits the health and well-being of many residents.
This footpath provides the only access to the river from the village, which, for a riverside village, seems to be something of value in itself.
Please support this petition.
Updates
March 15, 2017
I spent the morning reading through all the comments about the river walks and honestly it is heartbreaking to see how many people used that path for their Sunday strolls. Someone mentioned the barbed wire is still there (which is just ridiculous because it was a public path for decades) but seeing these stories makes me pretty determined to keep pushing the parish council to actually look at the history here.
Reached 100 supporters
March 15, 2017
60 Comments
It was hard to loose such a lovely walk , watching the field being farmed and it changing through the seasons was really beautiful. Being able to bird watch so close to the Ure was an added bonus.
I used this path as a jogging route, also for a walk after Sunday lunch with the family. We also do a running club at school and used this route as it's safely away from the road and exactly a mile round. We miss it.
As a lover of walks and local wildlife I am saddened to see the closure of the footpath in North Stainley. We can no longer take our dog for long walks and feel a presence of hostility towards the local people with gates nailed shut and barbed wire put in place. We are now unwelcome on this once beautiful public footpath.
Having lived in the village for thirty years, we were very sorry to see this footpath closed: it is part of a beautiful walk for us and brings back many happy memories of our dog walking days. There are not many accessible walks in our village, PLEASE re-instate it for the benefit of our local community.
We have lived in the village for 21 years and have enjoyed many dog walks around Dunkirk field, and as a member of staff at the Primary School have helped out at after school running club around the field. It was a wonderful asset, sadly missed.
Miss walking the dog around this field. You could do just the field or make it a much longer walk up to West Tan. Such a shame. Amazing views, fresh air, beautiful river side walk. Bring it back please!
Regularly use this footpath to walk our dog, very disappointed it has been closed. There are not too many 'long' walks that are so accessible to the village without going on the roadside. So safe for dog walking and with younger children. Thank you for raising awareness.
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I just heard back and the application for the footpath is officially moving forward which honestly feels surreal because I remember when we were just staring at that barbed wire thinking nothing would ever change. You all really came through and I am sitting here staring at my computer screen …
June 12, 2017
Final supporters
Do you value the footpath around the field between North Stainley and the river (known as Dunkirk)?
You will be aware that the footpath has been ploughed in this year, gates locked, barbed wire erected and ‘keep out’ signs fitted.
Whether you were a regular user, just went for an occasional stroll, or just liked to know that it was there, please sign our petition to show your support for getting it reinstated. Get your family and friends from the village to sign it as well.
The petition will not carry any legal weight, but if we can demonstrate to the Parish Council that the residents value this amenity, then they might support an application to North Yorkshire County Council that could lead to the footpaths being reinstated.
If a footpath has been used for more than 20 years, as this footpath has, then a ‘definitive map modification order’ can be applied for, and if successful, this will make the footpaths permanent rights of way. If you recall the footpath being in use for 20 years or more, or know someone who does, please send your name and address to [email protected], as this will add weight to the application.
It’s not just dog walkers who use the field, it is also birdwatchers, fishermen, runners and joggers of all ages, families going for a stroll after Sunday lunch, children going exploring, caravaners from Slenningford Caravan Park enjoying the countryside etc. The footpath is surely one of North Stainley’s premium assets and benefits the health and well-being of many residents.
This footpath provides the only access to the river from the village, which, for a riverside village, seems to be something of value in itself.
Please support this petition.
Updates
March 15, 2017
I spent the morning reading through all the comments about the river walks and honestly it is heartbreaking to see how many people used that path for their Sunday strolls. Someone mentioned the barbed wire is still there (which is just ridiculous because it was a public path for decades) but seeing these stories makes me pretty determined to keep pushing the parish council to actually look at the history here.
Reached 100 supporters
March 15, 2017
60 Comments
Very disappointing & unfair that we have lost this & other footpaths in the area . I have walked Dunkirk for 9 years enjoying the scenery & wildlife , a really safe walk for the dog & kids , beautiful , for all to enjoy . Access should not be restricted !!
It was hard to loose such a lovely walk , watching the field being farmed and it changing through the seasons was really beautiful. Being able to bird watch so close to the Ure was an added bonus.
I used this path as a jogging route, also for a walk after Sunday lunch with the family. We also do a running club at school and used this route as it's safely away from the road and exactly a mile round. We miss it.
As a lover of walks and local wildlife I am saddened to see the closure of the footpath in North Stainley. We can no longer take our dog for long walks and feel a presence of hostility towards the local people with gates nailed shut and barbed wire put in place. We are now unwelcome on this once beautiful public footpath.
Having lived in the village for thirty years, we were very sorry to see this footpath closed: it is part of a beautiful walk for us and brings back many happy memories of our dog walking days. There are not many accessible walks in our village, PLEASE re-instate it for the benefit of our local community.
We have lived in the village for 21 years and have enjoyed many dog walks around Dunkirk field, and as a member of staff at the Primary School have helped out at after school running club around the field. It was a wonderful asset, sadly missed.
Miss walking the dog around this field. You could do just the field or make it a much longer walk up to West Tan. Such a shame. Amazing views, fresh air, beautiful river side walk. Bring it back please!
Regularly use this footpath to walk our dog, very disappointed it has been closed. There are not too many 'long' walks that are so accessible to the village without going on the roadside. So safe for dog walking and with younger children. Thank you for raising awareness.
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Very disappointing & unfair that we have lost this & other footpaths in the area . I have walked Dunkirk for 9 years enjoying the scenery & wildlife , a really safe walk for the dog & kids , beautiful , for all to enjoy . Access should not be restricted !!