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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Matt Mathers and Andy Gregory

Dartmoor wild camping ban lifted as campaigners win battle against wealthy landowners

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Campaigners have won an appeal for the right to camp on Dartmoor National Park in Devon – in the latest twist in an ongoing row between nature enthusiasts and a wealthy couple who own part of the land.

The bitter dispute began when Alexander and Diana Darwall argued that some wild campers on their land caused problems to livestock and the environment – and sought a court declaration that members of the public could only pitch tents there overnight with their consent.

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