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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Helena Horton

Right to wild camp in England lost in Dartmoor court case

Campaigners protesting on the Blachford estate.
Campaigners want to protect the rights of wild campers on Dartmoor, including on the Blachford estate. Photograph: Handout

The right to wild camp in England and Wales has been lost, after a wealthy landowner successfully brought a case against Dartmoor national park, the last place it was possible without seeking permission.

The park authorities are understood to be consulting with lawyers and strengthening their case before appealing against the decision, which has dismayed nature lovers and right-to-roam campaigners across the country. In response to the case, the Labour party has vowed that if it wins power, it will expand the right to roam and wild camp across England.

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