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High Court confirms that motor vehicle ban on historic unsealed roads is unlawful
Motor vehicles will retain the right to use two historic routes in Staffordshire following successful legal action by the Green Lane Association. Swan Rake and Limer Rake are a pair of unsealed county roads (UCRs) in Hollinsclough, Staffordshire, which have been in poor condition for many years. Due to the steep and challenging nature of […]

Member spotlight: Hugh Cleary
Our members are dedicated to preserving our network of green lanes and we aim to recognise the contribution they make – whether this is through organising working parties to repair lanes, welcoming new members or liaising with police and local authorities. Our latest Member Spotlight is on Hugh Cleary, a keen trail rider who has […]

Steve Banks-Smith
We’re pleased to announce that we have recently recruited a new Operations Co-ordinaton Manager, Steve Banks-Smith to the Green Lane Association team “Hi, I’m Steve and I’ll be working with the Directors and Managers to co-ordinate some of our operations, ” he said. “I’ve worked in a number of sectors and joined the Association at […]

Simon Jenner
Simon Jenner has volunteered to replace Charlie Moore as Area Rep Manager when Charlie’s resignation takes effect. Simon is now working with Charlie as Area Rep Manager Designate to ensure an effective handover. Geraint Jones has also volunteered to support Charlie in his work until he steps down. In addition, John Lippiatt has agreed to […]

Member spotlight: Stephen Reynolds
Our members are dedicated to preserving our network of green lanes and we aim to recognise the contribution they make – whether this is through organising working parties to repair lanes, welcoming new members or liaising with police and local authorities. Our latest Member Spotlight is on Stephen Reynolds, the Essex Area Rep. He has […]

Member spotlight: Andy Hall
Our members are dedicated to preserving our network of green lanes and we aim to recognise the contribution they make – whether this is through organising working parties to repair lanes, welcoming new members or liaising with police and local authorities. Our latest Member Spotlight is on Andy Hall, Area Rep for County Durham who […]

Another successful High Court challenge for the Green Lane Association
The Green Lane Association has won a legal challenge which will compel Central Bedfordshire Council to re-open a byway to vehicles. The Association has obtained an order in the High Court which quashes an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order that the council had imposed on Sandy Lane, near Milton Keynes. The challenge was raised on the […]

Sam Dodgshon
The Association has recently recruited a new Rights of Way Officer to expand the vital work that our legal team do. Sam Dodgshon has already hit the ground running and his expertise is a great asset to the Association. Sam said: “I was born and raised in rural Cheshire, exploring the countryside through our green […]
Member spotlight: Brian Nicholls
Our members are dedicated to preserving our network of green lanes and we aim to recognise the contribution they make – whether this is through organising working parties to repair lanes, welcoming new members or liaising with police and local authorities. Our first Member Spotlight is on Brian Nicholls who has been a member of […]
Successful legal challenge will restore picturesque route for all users
The Green Lane Association has won a legal battle which will compel Gwynedd Council to repair a byway in a scenic west Wales valley so that it can once again be enjoyed by walkers, cyclists, horse riders and drivers. The Association has obtained a consent order under section 56 of the Highways Act 1980, at […]
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