Off road riding and driving can cause serious damage to landscapes and heritage sites. It can also cause alarm and distress to the public, dog walker, horse riders and livestock in the area.

It is an offence under the Road Traffic Act to use a mechanically propelled vehicle without lawful authority on common land, moorland, on any footpath or bridleway. If you are riding off road on private land you must have the landowner’s permission to be there.

If you are caught riding/driving on such sites without permission you could receive a fine and have your vehicle seized.

Advice and information on vehicle nuisance involving cars, bikes and mopeds can be found on Devon and Cornwall Police website:

Vehicle nuisance involving cars, bikes and mopeds | Devon & Cornwall Police

You can also report illegal use of a public right of way on Cornwall Council’s website:

Public Rights of Way - Cornwall Council