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Like the Ritz for wildlife: the joy of recreating Britain’s ancient hedges

Up and down the country, volunteers are coming together to plant more of these nature-rich reserves

The Guardian - UK

The future of wild camping in England and Wales hangs in the balance at the Supreme Court as decision looms

Dartmoor is the last place in England and Wales where people can sleep under the stars without seeking permission or paying for the privilege – campaigners face their final battle today

Advnture

How I found my Dartmoor moment with the gift of wild camping

The freedom to wild camp can make hiking among the majestic tors and ancient forests even more rewarding, but this right is at risk

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“There was blood everywhere!” Dartmoor hiker’s foot left hanging off after terrifying slip

“The bone was exposed… I could feel the breeze on my leg!” says man who was just trying to get a better view

Advnture

A historic house set in Dartmoor National Park is on sale for first time due to Royal Family 'change of guard'

Torgate House has been owned by the Duchy of Cornwall for centuries – but is now being sold amidst a Royal shake-up

Evening Standard

Is it safe for two women to wild camp? What I learnt from a Dartmoor expedition in winter

In search of an affordable and sustainable adventure, Maryann Wright headed out into the UK wilderness – and found a night under canvas to be a freeing experience

The Independent UK

In search of strange and sacred sites – the UK’s weirdest walks

Created by three friends fascinated with ancient places, the Weird Walk zine has a cult following. Comic Stewart Lee introduces three magical routes from their new book

The Guardian - UK

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Stone age Dartmoor viewpoint uncovered by archaeologists

Spot where ancient people scanned the landscape for prey is now farmland near the Devon village of Lustleigh

The Guardian - UK

Campers go wild on Dartmoor after the court sides with outdoor sleepers

Wild camping is legal on Dartmoor once more – but the short-lived ban has given the battle for better access to the outdoors a massive boost

Royal Marine commandos lose assault rifle in Dartmoor while on training exercise

Royal Marine commandos have misplaced an assault rifle during a training exercise in Dartmoor.

Evening Standard

The Guardian view on wild camping at Dartmoor: immersion in beauty is legal after all

Editorial: An attempt to ban backpackers from one of England’s most beautiful national parks has failed. Now we need a wider conversation about access to nature

The Guardian - UK

Public has right to wild camp on Dartmoor, Court of Appeal rules

Alexander and Diana Darwall previously brought a legal challenge against the Dartmoor National Park Authority

Evening Standard

Court of Appeal to rule on Dartmoor wild camping case

Farmers Alexander and Diana Darwall previously brought a successful legal challenge against the Dartmoor National Park Authority.

The Independent UK

A wilder kind of campervanning: park and hike on Dartmoor

A new style of holiday offers off-grid seclusion in a rented campervan, with Devon just one of many places pairing UK landowners with nature-loving travellers

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To understand the right’s climate backlash, look no further than its monstering of Natural England

MPs and newspapers alike are attacking the public body charged with conserving the English countryside for doing just that, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

The Guardian - UK

‘Captured the public zeitgeist’: Court to hear appeal against England wild camping ban

Dartmoor ruling has sparked mass trespasses that may lead to biggest shake-up of land rights in a generation

Birmingham Post

Devon restaurant set to reopen after three-year hiatus

The Great Western Grill at Bovey Castle in Dartmoor has had a £1.2m refurbishment

The Week

Gidleigh Park review: a star shines bright on the edge of Dartmoor

Good things come to those who navigate – at least that’s how it feels getting to Gidleigh Park. Dartmoor’s devious hedge-lined lanes are a riot of potholes and passing Land Rovers, of blind and winding bends that lead you so deep into Devon’s dark green that you’re not sure where…

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Evening Standard

Leaving London: how one couple swapped Hackney for a Dartmoor farmhouse and created Feldspar ceramics

Hosting Christmas after a big move set Cath and Jeremy Brown on the path to their successful business

The Guardian - UK

English national parks welcome £4.4m funding boost from government

The 10 park authorities say the shared cash will help them keep visitor centres open and pay rangers, but a long-term commitment is also needed

The Guardian - UK

Legal right to wild camp on Dartmoor never existed, court hears

Lawyers for landowner Alexander Darwall argue camping is not explicitly mentioned in laws

The Guardian - UK

10 of Britain’s prettiest moorland villages

Charming places to stay among some of Britain’s most stunning landscapes

The Guardian - UK

‘Doctors should prescribe it!’: the joys of wild camping – and why it is under threat in England

Designated areas of Dartmoor are the only places in England where you can camp out in the wild if you respect the environment. But for how long?

The Independent UK

Major changes to the UK’s rail timetables have taken effect

Frst day of the upgraded timetable began poorly for Avanti West Coast: the first three departures from London Euston – to Manchester, Liverpool and Lancaster – were all cancelled due to staff shortage

The Guardian - UK

10 of the best railway-themed family holidays in England

All aboard for the UK’s top train destinations. By Louise Roddon

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