Countryside and leisure

Access land

Certain areas of land were opened up for public access under a 'Freedom to Roam'.

Advice and support for your local project

The countryside service's community greenspace team offer advice and support for your local project.

Countryside audio trails

Worcestershire County Council's Countryside Service unveils a new way to experience the great outdoors.

Country parks, picnic places and nature reserves

Whether you're looking for an exciting day out with the family or a quiet picnic spot, we offer a variety of countryside sites to fit the bill.

Cycling and walking

Some choose cycling and walking because it provides a cheaper way of getting to work, whilst others enjoy the opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

Gypsies and travellers

Public bodies have a legal duty to promote equality and racial harmony between these groups and others in everything they do, including decision making.

Health walks

A health walk is a short, purposeful walk undertaken on a regular basis.

Public Rights of Way

Public rights of way can be found in towns, villages and the countryside. All public rights of way should be denoted by a signpost or waymark.

Volunteering in the countryside

The countryside service has volunteer opportunities all across Worcestershire.

Pay for countryside services

Pay online for services.

Visit Worcestershire

We are working to promote our county as a place to visit and to support businesses in this sector.