Fouling of footpaths and farmland

It has been reported by walkers that dog fouling of the footpaths, village hall and farmland is increasingly becoming a problem. This is not only unpleasant but can be a health hazard. Please when you are walking your dogs, be considerate to others and take bags with you to clear up any mess. There are bins provided throughout the parish, but if there is not one in the vicinity, please take the bag home with you and dispose of it.

We have also been asked “what are the rules regarding dogs on leads”. This is the legal response from KCC Footpaths:

“Dogs are considered a ‘usual accompaniment’ on a footpath.  The entitlement however is only confined to the line of the path and whilst the dog is accompanying the owner.  This means that the dog has to be at heel.  Although this does not mean on a lead unless your dog is well trained consideration should be given to having them on a short lead. If the dog runs around off the path trespass is committed against the holder of the land.

If your dog has not been at heel the farmer has the right to tell you to control your dog as it may stray onto his land.” He is also within his right to erect signs to this effect.

Please keep to the official PROWs which can be found on https://webapps.kent.gov.uk/countrysideaccesscams/standardmap.aspx

Feeding of horses: Please do not feed the horse in the parish, they are on strict diets and feeding them could bring them harm.

Feeding of ducks: It is not advised to feed ducks bread. Duck food can be purchased from the Broadditch Farm Shop