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Unsafe Gates

Reported via mobile in the Gate - Damaged/ Missing category anonymously at 02:49, Sat 6 September 2025 using FixMyStreet Pro

Sent to West Northamptonshire Council less than a minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 8126900.

The gate has been made to close behind users but it is too heavy/forceful to be used safely when leading a horse. It is too heavy to be held open with one hand and slams into the horse as you lead it through. The gates on this bridleway need to be made safe for horse riders to use.

Updates

  • Thank you for reporting a fault. Officers will now investigate the concerns and this may take up to 5 working days. If you believe that your concerns are urgent then please phone us.

    State changed to: Investigating

    Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 02:50, Sat 6 September 2025

  • Investigation: Ongoing - Thank you for your enquiry. We are currently investigating this issue and will update you when we have more information.
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    Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 08:00, Thu 11 September 2025

  • Investigation: Completed (Work Completed) - Thank you for your enquiry. We can confirm that a rights of way officer has carried out a site inspection and confirm the old spring has been removed and a new gate weight has been installed.

    State changed to: Fixed

    Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 13:50, Tue 16 September 2025

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