The entirety of the Estate is private land, carefully managed to balance productive farming, conservation, and recreation. While it is not public land, the Estate recognises the importance of public access to the countryside and supports responsible enjoyment of its landscape through a network of rights of way and permissive paths.

Public rights of way, such as footpaths and bridleways, cross parts of the Estate. These rights are legally established routes that the public may use to walk, ride, or cycle. They provide important links for walkers and riders wishing to explore the rural environment. The Estate respects these rights and maintains these paths where possible to ensure safe and accessible routes for visitors.

In addition to public rights of way, some areas of the Estate are designated as open access land under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000. This status grants the public the ‘right to roam’ on foot across certain open countryside, such as downland, heathland, and woodland. Where such access land exists within the Estate boundaries, visitors are welcome to walk freely but are asked to follow the Countryside Code, respecting livestock, wildlife, and the environment.

The Estate also provides permissive rights of way—paths and trails where access is granted by the landowner but which do not carry the same legal status as public rights of way. These permissive routes are often created to enhance visitor experience and to guide people safely through sensitive or operational areas of the Estate. While the Estate welcomes the use of these paths, it reserves the right to close or reroute them at any time, particularly for conservation, farming operations, or safety reasons.

Seasonal restrictions are necessary on the Estate to protect both wildlife and agricultural activities. For example, during the lambing season, which is a critical period for the health and safety of new-born lambs and their mothers, certain footpaths or permissive routes may be temporarily closed to prevent disturbance. Similarly, in the nesting bird season, sensitive areas may be restricted to safeguard breeding birds from disruption. During the pheasant and grouse shooting season, additional closures may apply to maintain safety for both the public and those involved in game management.

Visitors are kindly requested to observe all signage regarding temporary closures or diversions and to keep to designated paths at all times. Dogs should be kept under control, especially near livestock and during ground-nesting bird seasons, to prevent harm to animals and disturbance to wildlife.

The Estate encourages all visitors to enjoy the countryside responsibly, respecting the land, its wildlife, and the people who live and work here. By following these guidelines and recognising the need for seasonal restrictions, everyone can contribute to the sustainable stewardship of this beautiful and working rural landscape.

For more information about public rights of way, permissive paths, and current access restrictions, visitors are encouraged to contact the Estate office or consult local maps and notices.