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The first PNFS Signpost has been stolen
Published on 2025-12-24
Please help us to recover it
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Is this Britain's deadliest path or most serene spot?
Published on 2025-09-23
Find out more!
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Peak District National Park - Active Travel Consultation
Published on 2025-02-09
Time to Have Your Say
Read MoreStop 4x4s and motorbikes ruining the beauty of the Lake District
Published on 2025-01-15
GLEAM Needs your help
Read MoreImportant Update - Unveiling of plaque celebrating PNFS 130 years anniversary on 17th August
Published on 2024-08-11
Read MoreProtecting natural places with the Countryside Code
Published on 2024-07-16
Tell Natural England what you think
Read MoreUrban Walking, a new App, Historic England and a Walk around Manchester
Published on 2023-12-15
Read More‘Phantom post snatcher’ on Snowdonia Slate Trail
Published on 2023-08-23
Wrongfoots Ramblers
Read MoreFootpaths to the past
Published on 2023-08-19
‘We must keep our ancient tracks alive by walking them’
Read MoreNew road development threatens the Peak District
Published on 2023-07-17
Your help is needed
Read More‘You are not lost’
Published on 2023-07-18
The infinite attraction of paths and meandering trails
Read MoreFor the future, you’ve got to build on the past
Published on 2023-07-29
How Sheffield led the way for the Right to Roam movement
Read MoreGHB Ward and the battle for Open Access
Published on 2022-12-19
British Agricultural History Society Magazine Article
Read MoreOctober PNFS Talk - The Peak District Green Lanes Alliance
Published on 2022-10-13
Tuesday, 25th October
Read MoreWe're now very close to a total of 560 signposts in the ground!!!
Published on 2022-05-09
Find out more.
Read More2026 Lost Ways Deadline to be abolished!!!
Published on 2022-02-16
More time to find Lost Ways
Read MoreDocumenting climate change in National Parks
Published on 2021-10-22
Winning images revealed!
Read MoreThe society is funding a PRoW improvement project in
Published on 2021-09-17
Cheshire East
Read MoreDo you visit Longdendale and or Glossopdale?
Published on 2021-02-15
Please share your experiences
Read MorePetition to 'Extend the 2026 deadline for the recording of historic footpaths & bridleways'
Published on 2021-02-15
The Government's response
Read MoreWaymark - A new quarterly newsletter for members
Published on 2021-02-01
Read about it here!
Read MoreWhat to do about an Overgrown Footpath
Published on 2020-10-10
Just contact your local PRoW team!
Read MoreSaddlworth Pedestrians Walking Club
Published on 2020-10-04
Commemorate their 50th Anniversary
Read MoreSheffield Lakeland Landscape Partnership
Published on 2019-12-17
Festive newsletter Dec 2019
Read MoreLegal action against the Lake District National Park Authority
Published on 2019-12-09
Fundraising appeal
Read MoreEngland’s National Parks
Published on 2019-09-22
Independent review calls for a radical plan
Read MoreNew Roundabout on the A6 near Buxton
Published on 2019-08-19
Tell the council what you think
Read MoreEdale, Fairholmes, Hope & Castleton
Published on 2019-07-14
New daily bus service starting soon.
Read MoreGreat News
Published on 2019-05-21
The High Peak Trail will be open on the forthcoming Bank Holiday.
Read MoreRamsden Road Improvements
Published on 2018-08-08
PNFS gains Improvement Agreement from Kirklees Council
Read MoreBlack Men Walking
Published on 2018-01-23
A hilly hike through 500 years of black British history
Read MoreGet Involved
Published on 2017-07-05
Peak District National Park Management Plan Consultation
Read MoreUrgent Help Needed
Published on 2017-06-22
Derbyshire County Council propose to legally recognise a Byway Open to All Traffic (BOAT)
Read MoreDerbyshire County Council
Published on 2017-06-21
How to report footpath issues from August 2017.
Read More120th Anniversary Plaque
Published on 2017-06-15
New plaque erected to commemorate the 120th anniversary of the Snake Path.
Read MoreNew Signposts
Published on 2017-05-06
New Signposts in Stalybridge and New Mills and a couple repainted.
Read MoreOld sign with a tale to tell!
Published on 2017-03-08
S085 has had a long and interesting history. Thanks to the hard work of our Signpost Officer, ably assisted the society's Secretary, it has been restored to its former glory.
Read MoreNew Web Pages
Published on 2017-02-17
Two new 'tabs' have been added to the website: LOST WAYS and EVENTS, please check them out! Please send any feedback to webmaster@pnfs.org.uk
Read MoreNew Funding for the Peak District
Published on 2016-12-01
The Peak National Park Authority has announced that it has received £2.4m new funding to support a range of projects in the South West of the Peak District.
Read MoreIn Memory of Mike Barnes
Published on 2016-11-22
Following discussions between Mike's wife, Rebecca and our Signpost Office, David Morton it was agreed that several 'memorial plaques' should be fitted to PNFS Signposts in some of the parishes that Mike had been a Footpath Inspector for to celebrate his contribution to the society.
Read More"Walking" and "holiday"
Published on 2016-11-01
Two words that may go together very well for many of you. So when you are next thinking about such a holiday, take a look at what Ramblers Worldwide Holidays has to offer.
Read MoreImportant - Please get involved
Published on 2016-11-12
The Peak District National Park Authority are carrying out a new public consultation about whether to vary a proposed Traffic Regulation Order on the Washgate Green Lane in Hollinsclough/Hartington about which they had previously consulted. The deadline for submissions is November 25th.
Read MoreMike Barnes
Published on 2016-09-25
It is with great sadness that the society has to announce the death of Mike Barnes. Mike was the society's Webmaster as well as an inspector for parishes in Cheshire, Derbyshire and Staffordshire. He was a great asset to the society and will be very sadly missed.
Read MoreIssue 51 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2016-07-26
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1607-signpost51.htm">July 2016 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreManchester Histories Festival Stand 2016
Published on 2016-06-13
The PNFS fielded a stand at the Manchester Histories Festival "Celebration Day".
Read MoreShorter walks programme extended
Published on 2016-06-08
The members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows shorter walks up to October 2016.
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2016-06-05
The members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows walks up to August 2016 (short walks) and November 2016 (longer walks).
Read MoreTen new signposts were erected in Dec, Jan and March
Published on 2016-03-30
Nos. 21, 504, 508, 509, 510, 511, 512, 513, 517, 518
Read MoreIssue 50 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2016-02-25
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1601-signpost50.htm">January 2016 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreDerbyshire County Council rights of way service review
Published on 2016-01-25
Derbyshire County Council's report to its Cabinet with the response to its consultation about the review of the rights of way service has been published
Read MoreCan you help? Footpaths near Calver, Derbyshire
Published on 2016-01-17
Derbyshire County Council is proposing to legally reclassify a number of routes which run south-west of Calver
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2015-12-30
The members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows walks up to April 2016 (short walks) and June 2016 (longer walks).
Read MoreThree new signposts erected on Severn Trent land on the Win Hill side of Ladybower Reservoir
Published on 2015-12-03
Nos. 505, 506 and 507
Read MoreSignpost 500 unveiled in Edale
Published on 2015-10-23
Signpost 500 was unveiled to commemorate 121 years of the PNFS
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2015-10-21
The members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows walks up to February 2016. We're always looking for new walk leaders - <a href="/walks-programme/become-a-leader.htm">Lead a walk</a>.
Read MoreNew boardwalk at Sykehouse, near Doncaster, completed
Published on 2015-10-22
A notoriously muddy footpath north of Sykehouse near Doncaster has been improved...
Read MoreThree new signposts erected at Rivelin Park, Sheffield and Highfield Farm, Edale
Published on 2015-10-08
Nos. 499, 500 and 515
Read MoreTwo new signposts erected on the Cown Edge Way near Mill Brow, Mellor
Published on 2015-09-28
Nos. 502 and 503
Read MoreThree new signposts erected south of Wirksworth
Published on 2015-09-24
Nos. 492, 497, and 498
Read MoreFootbridge rebuilt at Alport (Snake Pass Road)
Published on 2015-09-14
The footbridge over the River Ashop at SK141895 below the A57 and just above the confluence with the River Alport has been rebuilt.
Read MoreIssue 49 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2015-08-17
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1507-signpost49.htm">July 2015 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreAdrian Littleton Memorial Bridge - additional report
Published on 2015-07-28
Nine more photos are available
Read MoreAdrian Littleton Memorial Bridge - report and photo
Published on 2015-07-13
The dedication ceremony took place on July 11th.
Read MoreAdrian Littleton Memorial Bridge
Published on 2015-06-30
The dedication ceremony will take place on July 11th.
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2015-06-30
The members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows walks up to October 2015.
Read MoreThree new signposts erected near Strines, Marple
Published on 2015-06-22
Nos. 494, 495, and 496
Read MoreTwo new signposts erected at Cracken Edge, Chinley and Blackstone Edge, Littleborough
Published on 2015-05-21
Nos. 488 and 489
Read MoreAnnual Report and Accounts 2014
Published on 2015-04-20
Now available for download from the <a href="/pnfs-publications/annual-report-and-accounts.htm">Annual Report and Accounts</a> page.
Read MoreFour new signposts erected at Limb Valley, above Whirlow Bridge, Sheffield
Published on 2015-03-18
Nos. 475, 476, 477, and 479
Read MoreIssue 48 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2015-03-11
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1502-signpost48.htm">February 2015 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreWardlow Mires: Photos wanted
Published on 2015-02-01
Do you have a photo of the path through the yard and of the stream and wall before the county council installed a bridge over the ditch and a gate in the wall?
Read MoreFour new signposts erected at Shaw and Mellor
Published on 2015-01-05
Nos. 481, 482, 483, and 484
Read MoreHave you walked or cycled on the Brushfield route?
Published on 2014-12-23
If so you may have evidence which could stop it becoming a Byway Open to all Traffic (BOAT).
Read MoreSeven new signposts on their way to Sheffield
Published on 2014-12-23
Nos. 475-480 and 485.
Read MoreThree new signposts erected at Marple Bridge
Published on 2014-11-13
Nos. 467, 468, and 469
Read MoreDistinguished speaker to address Half-Year Meeting
Published on 2014-11-03
Kate Ashbrook, president of the Ramblers Association and general secretary of the Open Spaces Society, will be the guest speaker at the Half Year Meeting
Read MoreSignpost news
Published on 2014-10-24
One new signpost has been erected, three are being refurbished, two have already been refurbished, and 17 have been repainted.
Read MoreIssue 47 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2014-11-22
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1410-signpost47.htm">Autumn 2014 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2014-10-12
The Members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows walks up to January 2015.
Read MoreAn appeal for assistance with bridges
Published on 2014-10-06
Our footbridge volunteer for the last seven years, Neil Collie, would welcome some assistance with his task.
Read MoreNew footbridge handed over
Published on 2014-10-06
A new footbridge has been completed over a stream and boggy area, thanks to the efforts of Derbyshire County Council and the generosity of a PNFS member.
Read MoreLancashire Local Access forum
Published on 2014-07-30
Looking for volunteers who could research/identify Lancashire's lost public rights of way
Read MoreIssue 46 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2014-06-19
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1405-signpost46.htm">Spring 2014 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreNew footbridge funded by a generous donation from a member
Published on 2014-05-28
The society has been able to fully fund the installation of a new footbridge on the Cheshire-Derbyshire boundary.
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2014-03-19
The Members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows walks up to July 2014.
Read MoreHistoric footpath rescued from obscurity
Published on 2014-02-14
A joint initiative between Stockport Council, the PNFS and Ramblers has resulted in a historic footpath near Etherow Country Park being re-opened to walkers after decades of disuse.
Read MoreNext short walk postponed
Published on 2014-02-10
The short guided walk on 12th February has been postponed for safety reasons.
Read MoreDirect Debit changes
Published on 2014-02-09
You might notice a change to the way your direct debit payments are shown on your bank statement.
Read MoreChairman's resignation
Published on 2014-02-03
The society's chairman, John Broadbent, has resigned from his role.
Read MoreManagement of inspectors
Published on 2014-02-03
David Gosling has agreed to take over some tasks previously carried out by Hilda Bowler: recruitment, training and development of inspectors.
Read MoreIssue 45 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2013-12-24
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1312-signpost45.htm">Winter 2014 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signposts</em> as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreFour new signposts erected
Published on 2013-12-19
This month the society erected four new signposts, all outside the Peak District, giving a total of 379.
Read MoreWalks programme extended
Published on 2013-12-09
The Members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows short walks up to April 2014.
Read MoreBridge 19 handover event and press release
Published on 2013-12-02
Doncaster Council has issued a press release about the society's involvement with the new bridge
Read MoreLatest walks programme published
Published on 2013-11-29
The Members' <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks page</a> now shows longer walks up to April 2014.
Read MoreBridge 19 officially opened
Published on 2013-10-17
<a href="/signposts/showone.php?key=B019">Bridge 19</a> was opened officially on 17th October
Read MoreSignpost 156 renewed
Published on 2013-10-13
The plate and memorial plaque to Mildred Robertson on <a href="/signposts/showone.php?key=S156">Signpost 156</a> near Clough House, Wildboarclough have been renewed.
Read MoreIssue 44 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2013-10-11
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1309-signpost44.htm">Autumn 2013 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signpost</em>s as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreCan you help? Footpath in Woodley, Stockport
Published on 2013-09-15
The society is helping a resident of Woodley, Stockport with his claim of a footpath now blocked off by the landowner.
Read MoreThe mystery of Signpost 151
Published on 2013-08-03
Signpost 151 has been repainted, prompting questions about its history.
Read MoreIssue 43 of Signpost newsletter available
Published on 2013-07-22
Non-members can now see the <a href="/newsletter/1306-signpost43.htm">Summer 2013 issue of <em>Signpost</em></a>, the society's newsletter. If you're not a member and you would like to see future <em>Signpost</em>s as soon as they're published, <a href="/support-us/membership.htm">join us!</a>
Read MoreRamblers Association Signposts 1 and 2 refurbished
Published on 2013-07-21
David Morton, PNFS Signposts Officer, reports on rescuing historic signposts on Anglezarke Moor near Chorley.
Read MoreLatest walks programme published
Published on 2013-06-10
The <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Walks Programme: Dates for guided walks</a> page now shows walks up to September 2013.
Read MoreUpdate on Fiona Corden's sponsored run
Published on 2013-06-02
Fiona has so far raised over £1100 for the PNFS.
Read MoreSheffield Co-op Ramblers signpost refurbished
Published on 2013-05-29
A signpost erected around 1973 by one of our affiliated societies, Sheffield Co-op Ramblers, has been refurbished 40 years later on their behalf by the PNFS.
Read MoreGeoff Errington Tribute Walk on Wed 29th May
Published on 2013-05-15
Details of the walk are now shown on the <a href="/walks-programme/dates-for-guided-walks.htm">Dates for guided walks</a> page.
Read MoreBridestones celebratory walk
Published on 2013-05-09
We celebrated our success in having Congleton 82, the missing link between the Cloud and the Bridestones ancient monument, added to the Definitive Map.
Read MoreNew footbridges improve access to West Pennine Moors
Published on 2013-05-09
Access to the West Pennine Moors from Jumbles Reservoir Country Park has been made considerably easier thanks to collaboration between the PNFS and Bolton Council.
Read MoreAnnual Report and Accounts 2012
Published on 2013-05-08
Now available for download from the <a href="/pnfs-publications/annual-report-and-accounts.htm">Annual Report and Accounts</a> page.
Read MoreWardlow footpath 6 - appeal for information
Published on 2013-05-07
Have you used this path? Your evidence could be vital.
Read MoreStocksbridge footpath 21 improvements
Published on 2013-05-07
Major remedial works are taking place in response to the society's lobbying.
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