The Countryside Codes

The Countryside Code

The Countryside Code helps you respect, protect and enjoy the countryside, enabling you to get the most out of your visit.

It provides you with helpful advice about:

• Preparing for your trip
• Keeping yourself and others safe
• Ensuring the countryside remains a beautiful place that everyone can enjoy

The Countryside Code family

The Countryside Code family now includes specific codes for some of the exciting activities you may be taking part in, such as wild swimming, angling and canoeing.

• The Wild Swimming Code
• The Angling Code
• The Canoeing Code
• The Waterside Code
• The Dog Walking Code
• The Trail Users Code

Best practice videos

• Sea kayaking in Wales
• Coasteering in groups: Best practice for guides
• Exploring gorges in groups: Best practice for guides
• Enjoying the rivers and lakes of Wales
• Leave the forest in the forest: advice for mountain bikers
• Trail etiquette video (produced by British Cycling)