Outdoor access

Exemption orders

We can temporarily exempt land from access rights for reasons such as:

  • charging admission to an event
  • public safety
  • security

Apply for an exemption order

Current exemption orders

Fyrish Path and Car Park, Novar Estate (2025)

This order exempts land at Cnoc Fyrish near Alness from access rights. Public rights of way are not affected.

View the Fyrish Path Exemption Order

You can also view the map in person:

  • Council Offices, High Street, Dingwall, IV15 9QN
  • between 13:30 and 16:30, Monday to Friday

Page last modified: 30 January 2026