The Dorset Local Access Forum (DLAF) has 8 independent volunteer members.
Members of the DLAF include a range of people from the local community:
- landowners and land managers
- access users
- those with other interests, for example, health and conservation
2026 members
| Name | Interest profile |
|---|---|
| Chris Farr | Rural Adviser for the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), with the additional role as the policy lead for Dorset. Whilst I live in North Wiltshire and work in the CLA South West office in Chippenham. I also lead on the policy for a number of other counties in the South West and alsopart of the Wiltshire and Swindon Countryside Access Forum. I represent approximately 800 landowners, farmers and rural businesses within Dorset. I have experience in a number of access related areas including general access, permissive paths, circular trim trials and running routes "green prescribing" initiatives. I was born in the Purbecks and, until I left home, walked and ride on many of the footpaths and bridleways along the south Dorset coast. |
| Rebecca | Passionate about inclusive active travel and accessibility to rural greenspace. Co-Chair of Loders Transport Group and founder of the Dorset Greenways Alliance. Interests include walking, cycling, horse riding and skating. |
| Jackie | Moved to Dorset 20 years ago from Norfolk and immediately appreciated the wealth of green spaces the area had to offer and abundance of wildlife which my children have been lucky enough to enjoy growing up. I’d like to ensure future generations also treasure our beautiful countryside as it’s not just a scenic legacy but a resource vital for our wellbeing so welcome the opportunity to be a voice for preserving rights of way in this unique landscape. |
| Philip Colfox | Owner of Symondsbury Estate, a visitor destination near Bridport with several footpaths and a couple of bridleways as well as land with informal voluntary access arrangements including the iconic Colmers Hill. With the collapse of people working on the land due to mechanisation, Philip passionately believes that landowners must do everything they can to get people back into the landscape and try to hook them on a love for nature. It is the duty of landowners to share it or much of it will cease to exist. |
| Kevin Marshall | A regular user of Dorset’s PRoW’s with interests in PRoW law and Definitive Map legalities. Experience with PRoW issues both in the UK and abroad. Formally a parish councillor and currently the Chair of the Dorset branch of the TRF. Totally committed to the responsible use and conservation of Dorset’s PRoW network for all users. |
| Eddie Chapman | Daily walker - at least one and a half hours everyday with my lab rain or shine, local bike rider, occasional sailor, guerrilla tree planter, organic veg grower, summertime sea swimmer, beach cleaner. Known to get excited when Crystal Palace are winning. |
| Gavin Edwards | Walker, cyclist and off-road driver and motorcyclist. Field sports enthusiast and deer manager. Experience as a senior police officer and currently a parish councillor with responsibility for roads and transport. Interests include trailways and encouraging public access to the countryside. |
Phil Hackett |
Recreational walker, horse rider and cyclist, and member of multiple countryside access organisations. Expertise in encouraging health and wellbeing, as well as managing land with a PRoW. |
Janet Davis |
Regular walker with interests in the environment, local history and legal aspects of public rights of way. Professional experience of working for a national walking charity; presently Chair and Countryside Secretary of Dorset Ramblers. |
Nathan McCormick |
Local area representative for the Green Lane Association, championing responsible green lane and bridleway use. Expertise in automotive and agricultural development engineering. Other interests include horseback and mountain bike riding. |
Chris Slade |
Avid walker exploring Dorset’s parishes, writing magazine articles to describe walks, as well actively discovering the heritage of Dorset’s boundary. Expertise in PRoW issues and Definitive Map legalities. |
Paul Tomlinson |
Active countryside walker and urban cyclist. Key interests and expertise in advocating for disability access matters via the Dorchester Access Forum and charity work, as well as in engineering technology. |
Christopher Tucker |
Walker and off-road cyclist with many other interests including Dorset’s ancient history, sustainability, preservation, and local engagement. Professional expertise in project management and ecological risk mitigation. |
Nicola Harper |
Interests and expertise include accessibility for all users, common land, open spaces, and conservation, with many years spent volunteering with conservation organisations. Also knowledgeable of biodiversity, habitat regulations and designations. |
Mandy Willis |
Recreational walker, cyclist and volunteer ranger. Passionate about sustainable travel and the importance of PRoWs, open spaces and wildlife for mental and physical wellness, now and in the future. |
Councillors
Councillors representing:
- Dorset Council - Cllr Alex Brenton, Lytchett Matravers and Upton Ward
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council – Cllr Andy Hadley, Poole Town Ward
Local authority officers
Officers:
- Graham Stanley and Russell Goff: Greenspace Managers and Senior Rangers, Dorset Council
- Philip Elias: PRoW officer, BCP Council
Contact us
Dorset Local Access Forum
Name: Dorset Local Access ForumEmail: [email protected]
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