Hashes are generally laid on Public Footpaths, Bridal Ways, Byeways and Green Lanes and in some cases on Right To Roam land. Although there’s no legal requirement to check in with Land Owners over whose land these paths cross, it’s worth a quick heads up out of courtesy. This can save any unexpected problems when 55 Hashers start shouting “On On” outside a Farmer’s barns at 8:30 on a dark winter’s evening. Ask if there’s going to be any Livestock in the fields so that you can inform Hashers about any Dog restrictions (they should be kept under control or on a lead in any case). They may also be able to point out alternatives to your route that involve more shiggy, speak nicely and some Landowners are amenable to letting you on their land by prior arrangement.
You should remind Hashers to follow the Country Code