Footpath faeries

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From the cliffs of Cornwall to Scotland’s western isles, committed volunteers

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BBC Countryfile Magazine

30 December, 2025

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Groups of people have worked to create miles of hacking for equestrians and their horses to enjoy

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Head for the hills

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