Farmers warned to be aware of the implications of giving public access to private roads

With farmers allowing the public onto their land more and more through diversification, Farmers Guardian takes a look at the pitfalls of inviting public access

Alex Black
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Farmers warned to be aware of the implications of giving public access to private roads

Diversifications such as wine tours, visitor centres, campsites and festivals mean landowners are allowing the public onto their land more than ever. But a little-known law means there could be profound...

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