FIXMYSTREET IN IP22 5UP
The following problems have been reported on Fix My Street within 2 miles of IP22 5UP:
No signpost from metalled road (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
No signpost, at the point where the path leaves the metalled B1134 road.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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Public path unclear across Gissing Common (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
There is no trace of the path, across Gissing Common. There is no signage to assist matters, and neither is there evidence of any maintenance. The correct path line may well be obstructed. The correct path needs to be identified on the ground, cleared (and kept maintained thereafter), and clearly signposted.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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Footbridge? (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
Assuming that it is actually on the path line, the plank bridge shown in the photo is literally the only trace of the entire Gissing FP 3 on the ground. The footbridge is in a poor state of repair. If the footbridge is not in the correct location, then the public path is obstructed by the water course.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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Public path unclear through woodland (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
There is no trace of the path, through this wooded area. There is no signage to assist matters, and neither is there evidence of any maintenance. The correct path needs to be identified on the ground, cleared (and ket maintained thereafter), and clearly signposted. The photo shows what MAY be the correct path line.... is it?
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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No signage for the public path (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
According to the map, the path leaves a wooded area at this point, to run southwards within arable farmland. In the absence of signage, there is absolutely no indication, on the ground, even of the very existence of Gissing FP 3, let alone of its whereabouts in either direction. Countryside Act 1968 Section 27(4) mandates local highway authorities to erect signage where it is needed to assist persons unfamiliar with the locality to follow the course of the path.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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No signage for the public path (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
According to the map, the path leaves behind a headland, at this point, to run southwards across an arable field. In the absence of signage, there is absolutely no indication, on the ground, even of the very existence of Gissing FP 3, let alone of its whereabouts, in either direction. Countryside Act 1968 Section 27(4) mandates local highway authorities to erect signage where it is needed to assist persons unfamiliar with the locality to follow the course of the path.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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Public path obliterated (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
No trace of the path, where is runs across cultivate arable fields. Zero compliance with the Rights of Way Act 1990.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Long Row, South Norfolk
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No trace of the public path (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
No trace of Gissing FP 3, on the ground. According to https://maps.norfolk.gov.uk/highways/ the path undergoes a change in direction, just to the south of the field boundary. In the absence of signage, there is absolutely no indication, on the ground, even of the very existence of Gissing FP 3, let alone of its whereabouts. Countryside Act 1968 Section 27(4) mandates local highway authorities to erect signage where it is needed to assist persons unfamiliar with the locality to follow the course of the path. Depending upon the actual whereabouts of the path, it may be obstructed, at this point (the culvert shown in the photo may not necessarily coincide with the correct path line).
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Slough Lane, South Norfolk
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Public path obliterated (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
No trace of the public path across cultivated arable fields. Zero compliance with the Rights of Way Act 1990.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Slough Lane, South Norfolk
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Public path blocked (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
The path is substantially obstructed by hedge and unbridged ditch.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Slough Lane, South Norfolk
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No signpost for the public path (Gissing FP 3), 22nd December
No signpost, where Gissing FP 3 leaves Slough Lane. In the absence of signage, there is absolutely no indication, on the ground, even of the very existence of Gissing FP 3, let alone of its whereabouts. Countryside Act 1968 Section 27(4) mandates local highway authorities to erect signage where it is needed to assist persons unfamiliar with the locality to follow the course of the path. And DEFRA Rights of Way Circular 1/09 admonishes that "Authorities should ensure that members of the public are provided with sufficient information, by means of appropriate signs or notices, particularly at path junctions, to enable them to use the local rights of way network."
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Slough Lane, South Norfolk
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No signpost from metalled road (Gissing FP 17), 22nd December
No signpost, at the point where Gissing FP 17 leaves the metalled Malthouse Lane. The only signpost (shown in the photo) is located a long way to the north-west of the actual point where the path leaves the metalled road.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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No signpost for the public path (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
No signpost, where Gissing FP 6 leaves the metalled Malthouse Lane.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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Public path blocked (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
The section of path shown circled in red (first photo) is blocked, substantilly obstructed. See photos. A wooden stile has been erected, ostensibly for the public path, but (1) it is not actually located on the path line (according to https://maps.norfolk.gov.uk/highways/ ), and (2) No such limitation is recorded on the Definitive Map and Statement.
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Public path obstructed by a buidling (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
According to https://maps.norfolk.gov.uk/highways/ the path is obstructed by a building at grid ref: TM 1467 8601. See photo.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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Claimed path closure (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
Man, purporting to be the landowner, challenged a member of the public and alleged that the pubic path, here, had been closed. Incident occurred on 14.12.23
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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Public path obstructed and unmaintained (Gissing FP 6)), 21st December
This part of the path is clearly in complete neglect of maintenance, and is severely obstructed - see photos.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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No signage for the public path (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
According to https://maps.norfolk.gov.uk/highways/ at grid ref: TM 1463 8592 the path turns to run northwards, but there is no signage to indicate that fact, on the ground. See photos. There is a waymarker pointing westwards, but nothing to indicate the whereabouts or existence of the path to the north of this point.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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Public path blocked and unsigned (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
According to https://maps.norfolk.gov.uk/highways/ the path crosses a field boundary at grid ref: TM 1462 9593 but the way is completely blocked - see photos. Also, there is no signage to indicate the existence, let alone the whereabouts, of the path at this location.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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Public path obliterated (Gissing FP 6), 21st December
With reference to the section of path shown on the map (first photo). The only horizontal (as opposed to sloping down), uncultivated strip is a mere 0.6 metre (2 ft.) wide. See photos.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Malthouse Lane, South Norfolk
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Pot holes. Anti social behaviour. Abandoned cars. Bins overflowing.
Few neighbourhoods aren't blighted with these types of problems that frustrate the local community. They're becoming increasingly common. Luckily, there's a website called 'FixMyStreet', which allows residents to complain to the local council about local issues in the neighbourhood.
We've got hold of the data from FixMyStreet, to show problems and issues reported within a couple of miles radius of IP22 5UP.
Useful Resources
- Gov.uk
Report a noise nuisance to your local council, including loud music, noisy pubs, rowdy parties or barking dogs. - Citizens Advice
Information from Citizens Advice about complaining about your neighbour. - HomeOwners Alliance
Guidance for homeowners how to deal with noisy neighbours who are making your life a misery. - FixMyStreet
Report, view or discuss local problems such as graffiti, fly-tipping, broken paving slabs or street lighting.
