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The Countryside Code
Other points to remember include such things as washing hands. If you wash then make sure you are using products that will not damage the environment, or dispose of such waste elsewhere. Ecover and many other companies make a number of such products that are biodegradeable and cause minimal impact on the environment. The ecosystems of streams, rivers and environmentally sensitive areas are very delicate.
The Countryside Code for Land Owners
Useful Websites
The Countryside Code – GOV.UK
Responsibilities for visitors to the countryside and those who manage the land.
Scottish Outdoor Access Code
This is the place to find out more about everyone’s access rights and responsibilities in Scotland’s outdoors.
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