Public Right of Way Officer - PROW


Stretton Footpaths

Stretton Parish Council is working on a new Project for two village maps, detailing the walks around Stretton and the surrounding villages


Once complete, these will be located in both Stretton and Lower Stretton



What is a Public Right of Way?

There are 10 rights of way within the Parish of Stretton, these are shown in purple on the map opposite. Stretton's boundary is shown in blue, with draft PROW footpaths as proposed by Warrington Borough Council in red


The PROW Officer is asked to regularly walk these public footpaths and bridle-paths in order to identify any concerns regarding access, stiles, signage and obstructions, which are then reported to Warrington Borough Council
 

PROW OFFICER - JOHN PATTERSON


It is with regret that we advise that Dr John Patterson, our Public Rights of Way Officer sadly passed away unexpectedly on 19th March 2025


As Stretton's PROW Officer since December 2020, John regularly walked all the paths across Stretton and was instumental in keeping our paths accessible and in order

 

On behalf of Stretton Parish Council and the residents of Stretton, I thank John for his dedication to the role and send sincere condolences to his family and friends

 

Linda Jones

Chair, Stretton Parish Council



John Patterson Biog

I have lived in Stretton for over 20 years, having moved down from the Lake District

Married to Janet we have two children, both attending St Matthew’s school, who now live and work overseas

I am a Chartered Engineer and scientist with a career in the energy industry, including spells working abroad and the management of large multinational teams. I finally retired in 2020 as Technical Director and member of the Management Board

In my spare time, I try to keep fit at the pool/gym as well as walking in the local Cheshire countryside. I am a member of Lancashire County Cricket Club, volunteer with the National Trust (since 2012) and attempt to tame our garden (under supervision)

I am passionate about retaining our ‘green and pleasant land’ and ensuring that future generations will be able to benefit, physically and mentally, from fresh air and beautiful countryside

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