The Public Rights of Way network on Merseyside
| Public Right of Way | Waymark | Network % | Definition |
| Footpath |  | 89% | Provide a right of access for pedestrians: walkers, wheelchair users, dog walkers, people pushing prams or pushchairs. |
| Bridleway |  | 7% | Provide a right of access for pedestrians, horse riders and cyclists. (cyclists must give way to other users). |
| Byway Open to all Traffic (BOAT) |  | 4% | Provide a right of access for pedestrians, horse riders, cyclists and vehicles (including horse drawn carriages and motor vehicles). |
Further information
For more information about Rights of Way in your area, contact your Local Authority from the links on this page.
For more details or queries in relation to the Rights of Way Improvement Plan for Merseyside, contact:
Tel: 0151 330 1156, email: Tony.McDonough@Merseytravel.gov.uk
or alternatively
