Page 4 | Neighbours think my drive is a right of way

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Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 21:33

ItIsntReallyLikeThat · 08/04/2024 21:26

Could you make it like a "bird brain of Britain" course? You could put a low gate at the end of your drive that they have to vault over, then a gate between your drive and path just high enough that they think they can jump it, but actually quite inconvenient. Then a thigh height plant in the border with a hanging basket above it. The basket could have an automatic watering system that you can activate from your living room, thus showering them with composty water.

If you make the obstacles from relatively temporary stuff, then you could change it regularly to liven things up.

You would need to install a security camera to capture the fun and it also might be nice to have a motion activated light to scare ten shits out of them just as they jump one of the obstacles.

I'm joking obvs. But it sounds like fun.

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Like a mini Takeshi's Castle? I like it. Could bring in a few inflatables once the weather clears up 👌🏻

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LondonFox · 08/04/2024 21:30

Sprinkles211 · 08/04/2024 12:24

Rose bushes on bamboo steaks all the way down

Don't plant bamboo unless you are extremely good in horticulture as it is invasive plant and it is hard to recognise which sort will leave you with cutting it twice a year,and which with remodeling your front wall and dining room.

ItIsntReallyLikeThat · 08/04/2024 21:26

Could you make it like a "bird brain of Britain" course? You could put a low gate at the end of your drive that they have to vault over, then a gate between your drive and path just high enough that they think they can jump it, but actually quite inconvenient. Then a thigh height plant in the border with a hanging basket above it. The basket could have an automatic watering system that you can activate from your living room, thus showering them with composty water.

If you make the obstacles from relatively temporary stuff, then you could change it regularly to liven things up.

You would need to install a security camera to capture the fun and it also might be nice to have a motion activated light to scare ten shits out of them just as they jump one of the obstacles.

I'm joking obvs. But it sounds like fun.

Luddite26 · 08/04/2024 21:16

Our neighbours for some reason traipse across our drive and I said to DH last night you should tell them that they set off the camera but it's ok because it's good to see his partner's backside wiggling past and it might put them off if they think they are getting perved on. It just seems petty saying things but it is so annoying.

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Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 21:06

Reasonablerealist · 08/04/2024 20:16

I haven't got the answer as I'm dealing with inconsiderate neighbours

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My heart goes out to you!

I have become quite obsessed. Even created a little obstacle with my car that I'm sure inconveniences them more than me.

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Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 21:04

PeapodBurgundy · 08/04/2024 19:51

A well as what you have planted in the beds, could you possibly add a hanging basket to the wall at a height where they would have to simultaneously duck and step over your existing plants? Of course that would depend on how deep the flower bed is that they're hopping over. It would be cheaper and quicker than fencing if it would work for the space though.

No idea if it will stop them but it would be fun to watch. Particularly when they come home with their weekly shop.

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Reasonablerealist · 08/04/2024 20:16

Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 12:21

Pic attached.

I live in a row of terreced houses. My house (1) has a path to the front door and a drive way next to my house. Houses 2-5 share a path that leads to the road. There is a strip of grass in front of their houses and then their parking spaces.

Neighbours in house 2 used to walk over the grass to their front door to avoid going the long way up the path. They (and their guests) have now taking to walking down my driveway along my path and jumping over the flower bed in the middle to get to their door. It's really pissing me off! It's my property being treated as a right of way and they walk right past my living room window so there is no privacy. But it's also not causing any damage or inconvenience. Just annoying as hell.

AIBU to ask them to stop using my property as a public footpath? Or do I just need to suck it up?

I haven't got the answer as I'm dealing with inconsiderate neighbours

k1233 · 08/04/2024 20:16

It wouldn't take much to put a row of pavers over the grass to make a nice dry path. Perhaps suggest that to them.

Puzzledandpissedoff · 08/04/2024 19:58

I agree with a PP that it's a lousy design which was asking for trouble, but since this is what they've done I'm minded of the old saying that "good fences make good neighbours"

So that's what I'd put up ...

MissConductUS · 08/04/2024 19:53

Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 12:34

Oh my god! A roll of barbed wire is a wonderful idea

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Military-grade razor wire is better.

PeapodBurgundy · 08/04/2024 19:51

A well as what you have planted in the beds, could you possibly add a hanging basket to the wall at a height where they would have to simultaneously duck and step over your existing plants? Of course that would depend on how deep the flower bed is that they're hopping over. It would be cheaper and quicker than fencing if it would work for the space though.

Concannon88 · 08/04/2024 19:45

@Runningonjammiedodgers ok. Ignore my previous comment I've reread it and it makes more sense now. They are ignorant and rude. Next time they do it, shout out the window to fuck off.

Concannon88 · 08/04/2024 19:43

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Johannalaw · 08/04/2024 19:32

TeenDivided · 08/04/2024 12:23

I'd ask them to stop (and plant something tall and spikey) as otherwise I'd be worried about them achieving right of way through general usage (though no idea what the law actually is on this).

Hawthorn bushes.

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Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 19:30

I will say something (not convinced it will work) but was looking for opinions on whether I was being petty AF or was right to be annoyed. I'm sure they see it as no big deal.

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Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 19:29

ageratum1 · 08/04/2024 19:20

How old are the houses?As others have said a ROfW may have been established by now

Less than 18 months old. I think they have discovered walking across the grass is shit in winter and my drive is a much more attractive option.

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Runningonjammiedodgers · 08/04/2024 19:27

Coffeesnob11 · 08/04/2024 19:14

Automatic fountain like this one www.amazon.co.uk/AISITIN-Fountain-3000mAh-Battery-Different/dp/B0C5L6GZ1F/ref=asc_df_B0C5L6GZ1F/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=663219876628&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2634339233086499910&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045815&hvtargid=pla-2200576951172&psc=1&mcid=c58095d45b1f3bb1bd5711cf15f0282a
Bonus points if you can match the music to the fountain maybe can't find my way home by blind faith or maybe Mr tumble there's a worm at the bottom of my garden!

😂😂😂😂

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BreatheAndFocus · 08/04/2024 19:23

Put a fence up on your side of that flowerbed. If it’s easier, you can buy those tubs with tall trellis coming out the back of them.

Also, if possible, put a gate up on that bit from your drive to your house, then attach a sign saying “Private - Access to No.1 only”.

Finally, get some of that path paint and stencils and paint “Private” along the end of your drive.

ageratum1 · 08/04/2024 19:20

How old are the houses?As others have said a ROfW may have been established by now

costabel · 08/04/2024 19:16

Do you cycle? Putting up a small bicycle rack and two bikes would be the perfect solution. Add potted plants, little olive tree etc to fill the rest of the space.

Coffeesnob11 · 08/04/2024 19:14

Automatic fountain like this one www.amazon.co.uk/AISITIN-Fountain-3000mAh-Battery-Different/dp/B0C5L6GZ1F/ref=asc_df_B0C5L6GZ1F/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=663219876628&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2634339233086499910&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045815&hvtargid=pla-2200576951172&psc=1&mcid=c58095d45b1f3bb1bd5711cf15f0282a
Bonus points if you can match the music to the fountain maybe can't find my way home by blind faith or maybe Mr tumble there's a worm at the bottom of my garden!

DreamTheMoors · 08/04/2024 19:04

Put something gooey down that will ooze up around their ankles.
That should make them think twice.
Maybe a nice thick layer of dirt-coloured mayonnaise.
I realise that’s impractical, but imagine stepping in that - ick.
Or maybe instant pudding.
I’m grossing myself out.
They’d never take your shortcut again.

Ilovemyshed · 08/04/2024 18:40

Holly, Berberis, Pyracantha and Mahonia are your friends here.

Beautiful3 · 08/04/2024 18:37

I'd get a wall and gate built. There is no other way.

Mumofoneandone · 08/04/2024 18:25

Don't deliberately put anything in that they can hurt themselves on (could cause legal issues if they hurt themselves!)Other than maybe some naturally prickly plants.
I'd be tempted to put a fence or similar up so they can't trespass on your property through laziness! Private property sign/others cross at their own risk/no through route!