North York Moors National Park
 

Learning Zone

How can I help farmers?

 

Help look after the countryside by keeping to the path on farmland  If you are cycling make sure you keep to bridleways

You can help look after the countryside by:

 

  • Keeping to the path when crossing farmland
  • Leaving gates as you find them
  • Keeping dogs on a lead to avoid disturbing farm animals and ground nesting birds
  • Taking your litter home
  • Taking notice of signs that tell you where you can and can't go
  • Buying food that has been produced locally

Did you know?

There are different types of paths for different types of activities.

Footpath Arrow  Yellow arrows are for footpaths - these can only be used by walkers.   

Bridleway Arrow  Blue arrows are for bridleways  - these paths can be used by cyclists and horseriders as well as walkers.   

Highway Arrow  Red arrows are for tracks that can be used by motor vehicles such as trail bikes and landrovers. 

Concessionary Arrow  White arrows are for tracks which are not officially public rights of way but the landowner has given permission for people to use it.

How much do you know?

Have a go at the Moors Message quiz to test yourself.

      Keep dogs on a lead to avoid disturbing farm animals and ground nesting birds   Don't light fires in the countryside