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The original mapper is known to map footpaths. A ploughed field in aerial photos tells you nothing as all traces of the path may have been obliterated, and even it not obvious it will still be a signed path. (Also check some of the historical map layers (e.g., NLS) these often help to confirm a path. Note the adjacent path may well just have been mapped as a footway because it is a public right of way: this happened quite commonly in the early days).