Current status
No restriction we know of
The Driftway is recorded as a Unclassified County Road. We haven't found a Traffic Regulation Order or seasonal closure on it, but that doesn't guarantee there isn't one.
UCRs are on the council’s list of streets, which doesn’t confirm motor vehicle rights the way a BOAT designation does. Worth checking locally.
Check its status nowOpens a search for any current Traffic Regulation Order on The Driftway, the same Legal Status Search as in the app. Status checked against our data on 23/09/2026.
Where it runs
The Driftway in pink, with the lanes around it.
- AThe southwest end, near Soberton
- BThe northeast end, near Brockbridge
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Lanes nearby
The closest named lanes, measured from The Driftway.
- Cott Street Lane2.0 km southwest · 0.8 km long›
- Roy's Lane2.8 km south · 1.1 km long›
- Jervis Court Lane3.8 km west · 0.7 km long›
- Menslands Lane3.9 km south · 1.4 km long›
- The Drove4.0 km west · 0.0 km long
- Habens Lane4.3 km south · 0.5 km long
GPX routes that use it
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Questions riders ask
Is The Driftway open to motorcycles?
The Driftway is recorded as a Unclassified County Road, and we don't know of any current restriction on it. Legal status can change at short notice, so check signage and current Traffic Regulation Orders before you ride.
How long is The Driftway?
About 1.0 km. Its two ends are around 0.9 km apart in a straight line.
Where does The Driftway start and finish?
One end is near Soberton, at the southwest end, and the other is near Brockbridge, at the northeast end. The map on this page shows both.
Is The Driftway in a national park?
Yes, The Driftway runs through the South Downs National Park. Some national park authorities make their own Traffic Regulation Orders, so it's worth checking the park's restrictions as well as the council's.
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