WILDCAMPING IS BANNED IN ENGLAND | We attend the protest on Dartmoor

[@katrijndepuydt1355]

Nature is for everyone and cannot be claimed, it is its very origin. I was sad to read this but happy to see that people are fighting for this, thumbs up for filming this and being part of that. We are nature. Loved the video! Lovely weekend 🪶

[@hlexo7]

Amazing to see what can happen when people get together collectively to fight for an issue. We're always kept so divided normally. ❤

[@michaelatkinson8291]

Hi. I think the right to roam is absolutely the most important thing. Also it reminds us how important it is to leave no trace & be especially careful with fires during the Summer months. I really hope the protest made a difference - it certainly looked very well supported.

[@stephenholmes1036]

Not by the real local population

[@jamesf8864]

@@stephenholmes1036 Care to elaborate?

[@stephenholmes1036]

@@jamesf8864 ive said it

[@jamesf8864]

@@stephenholmes1036 Here's a tip: If someone finds what you've said not to be explicitly clear, you probably need to clarify what you said for their benefit and for the benefit of others. If you can't be bothered to clarify it, it's probably not worth saying it in the first place.

[@stephenholmes1036]

@@jamesf8864 James i do not have a right to go on your property neither would i wish too unless our stock was out. Compromise needs to be reached and commonsense applied by everyone. Thats not happened and it needs too or this could end up with trouble on all sides. I think nobody should camp wherever they want without permission. Areas need to be discussed of whete camping may occur were all sides agree and this should if commonsense is appied by everyone. Sadly James commonsense isn't applied by many look at the politicians 4 parties Labour, Conservative, LD and Green all establishment look how few have done real jobs and come from like me blue collar background i still am. Lets hope this can be resolved by all for all.

[@EnglishVeteran]

I think this is so much more than the Right to Roam, as important as that is to me as well. Our inalienable Rights are being eroded day by day. Rights given to English people by our ancestors and clearly defined within The English Constitution. The last affirmation of The English Constitution resulted after uprisings by the people and resulted in The 1688/9 Bill of Rights that remains Law to this day. Unfortunately The State has now subverted almost all of our Rights and continues to enhance a vice like grip on us. The English rise up about every 400 years. That anniversary is fairly close. If we do not stop this process, future generations will have zero future. It is that simple. I am A Political; I despise all the Major Political Parties equally! Rise up, say no, or YOU will lose all of your Rights. Do we really want that for our children and grand children?

[@dawnross2514]

Great comment!

[@colettelondon8434]

Great effort guys. Always take a stand for the things your passionate about! Brilliant

[@phil.clarke]

Thank you for being there at the protest - it is important that those of us who believe in our great outdoors do all we can to not just preserve present access rights, but enhance them. In England we should have the same rights as Scotland to roam and wild camp. Thank you.

[@helenvwalker7919]

Totally agree. As long as those of us who want to wildcamp are responsible, we should be able to enjoy this right. I am very concerned that such right may be taken away from my tiny grandchildren. The stars are ours is a wonderful campaign name.⛺️🌠

[@gillianh]

Absolutely agree, nature in all its forms, the open land, needs to be respected and cherished, it belongs to everyone, we all need to play our part however small in protecting it.

[@gdavew63]

Get use to more things like this. The EU seems to be lining up with the World Economic Forum (WEF), and their vision of the future. It starts local, then it’s national, then international. I wish the best for you all…

[@clareb8015]

I was going to type something similar. This all ties in with their agenda for us.

[@gdavew63]

“You will own nothing and be happy…” Klaus Schwab. And people will be eating bugs, the CEO of Siemens called for 1 billion people to stop eating meat. The WEF can start with themselves…

[@eyesopen7946]

Great turn out , what is needed is all these different protests and strikes that are happening coming together and marching on Westminster

[@marcellejosephine9119]

Totally agree. Here in the Netherlands it isn’t possible because we are so overcrowded and the nature what we have is so precious . But in the UK it must be possible. In Scandinavia it is too! I’m emigrating this Spring to Sweden because it really has nature. Thank you for sharing! Hope the protest helped 💚🍀

[@maryannknox7158]

Totally Agree we must stand Together “Freedom is paramount”

[@madhatter61]

Our local council, Nuneaton us banning us from using any open water including the river, no swimming, no boating, no fishing. The river runs through the park, town and countryside. Not only is it the river, its the public lakes too. They're doing this under a public space protection order, which is meant to protect public spaces from persistent and ongoing issues, it's not meant to be used to deprive locals the occasional paddle.

[@maryannknox7158]

That’s totally insane I guess I be getting arrested….lol

[@RambleFamily]

That's such a shame. I worry that we are being pushed further and further away from nature and our connection to it as humans will continue to decline.

[@white_rose_alex]

I couldn't agree more when you said being able to spend time outdoors in the countryside is so important for both our physical and mental health. Having these rights to roam and wild camp being taken away from us is definitely a backwards step and makes no sense to me whatsoever. If anything, the right to wild camp should be extended in England not reduced. Scotland have it so right with this and England seriously need to catch up.

[@annecross1321]

I really hope they take notice of the strength of feeling and people will be able to continue to wild camp on Dartmoor. It is such a beautiful place.

[@howardmcknight9773]

Good of you all as a family Athena to make the effort to go on the long journey down to Devon to protest for the right to roam and wild camping on Dartmoor.

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

Good morning Athena, Harvey, Aifa, & Oslo! I hope you all have a wonderfull weekend!

[@heathertucker7056]

Well done for attending this protest. Right to roam is so very important for everyone and for future generations. What are these rich landowners doing? We need our beloved countryside for everyone.

[@chriswellstead776]

Great video, hope your video gets the attention that wild camping and the right to roam should have. The land should be respected by all and for all. Maybe a solution would be to introduce a wild camping licence system at a low affordable price to one and all. Funds raised could be distributed the help pay for upkeep of fences, gates, pathways etc, maybe the National Trust could administer that sort of system or possibly Forestry England. An online guide listing restricted areas such as MOD training sites and where landowners permission is required to camp or roam could be part of the answer. Just thinking out loud well on the keyboard!!

[@dawnross2514]

So happy to see you guys on Dartmoor supporting the march! I must have been under a rock as I didn't know about this - I would definitely have come out as I live a few miles away. I love Dartmoor passionately with its wild beauty. Jean-Jacques Rousseau said/wrote 'You forget that the fruits belong to all and the land belongs to no-one.' Time for the people to tell the parasites 'Enough!'

[@stephenholmes1036]

So smallish farmers like us are parasites? Im self made a farm worker's son your turning the real Dartmoor people against you speaking and acting like this. Think before you speak.

[@ShroomAndMoss]

Not watched the video yet, but so glad you're sharing community actions for community benefits ❤️ KZbin can be an individualist space, and it's so important to share that part of our lives too xx

[@stephenholmes1036]

The local community seem to be ignored by you?

[@RambleFamily]

@@stephenholmes1036 from our understanding when we were at the protest itself, many of the local community support the action being taken. There were signs in windows, banners outside houses and people outside their houses supporting us as we walked past. Of course this is unlikely to be the case for everyone but I don't think you are right in saying that all the local community are against the strike action.

[@boomshine87]

Why did Dartmoor give away land to private ownership in the first place? Its not fair 1 person decides whether you can or can't stay on public land. Absolutely a step in the wrong direction.

[@Mrchirico6]

You pointed the problem . None I'd thenland is public. It's all private

[@HerrFinsternis]

😊 this warms my heart

[@NotAnotherAdventure]

We're really worried that this will be the start of a sharp decline in land access for the general public. Access to nature should be a human right, it's so important for our physical and mental health. Keep fighting the good fight!

[@NigelDanson]

Well done guys going to this protest. It was such a bad decision and a shame. I believe the right to roam should be as Scotland and hopefully that will happen in the next few years...

[@austinbux]

Dartmoor was not the "last place in England you can wild camp". I don't know why people keep saying this. You can camp in the Lake District above the highest fell wall. People do it all the time. It is a long-standing tolerated practice.

[@fgansell]

Great that you made it for the protest.

[@rebeccarichardson1534]

Can you send messages to your viewers about the DPA crowdfunding page to help the DNPA fight the Darwall case? You have a large following and the more finances are made available the more likely they can instruct a strong counsel (barrister) in court.

[@FlyingHaggisFilms]

So saddened by English land legislation for we still enjoy right to roam and camp with no trace almost everywhere in Scotland, so well done of you for support ing the cause,hope people power will win in the end. Harry

[@michaelpaling8964]

Solidarity.

[@NTLife]

we've just watched this video, and whilst we agree with the principle I have to say I'm totally torn as to which way to go. I was a scout leader for nearly 30 years taking young people up in the mountains and teaching them the skills to wild camp and be self sufficient, the "leave no trace" being a huge part of the experience and teaching. The situation as it was where wild camping was technically illegal, but a blind eye was turned to it meant that it was valued greatly by the outdoors community who respected the privilege and did not take it for granted. So long as we left no trace and respected the land all was well. I for one have noticed in recent years a huge increase in what I'd call "cheap" camping rather than wild camping. People pulling up at the side of a road, throwing a tent up in a field or wood next to the road and thinking they are wild camping, and leaving an absolute mess resembling a festival site behind for someone else to clean up. There's a whole generation out there who think its someone else's job to follow them around and tidy up after them, and I suspect its the actions of the "cheap" campers who have brought this situation to a head. It might not be a popular opinion, but I'd prefer the situation to remain as it was before, the true outdoor community respected the landowners, who have to earn a living from the land, and we didn't expect them to follow us round to clean up after us. Perhaps I'm just old fashioned?

[@ianroscoe2750]

The principles you refer to wild camping particularly 'leave no trace' still apply today for true wild campers. If there truly is a problem with fly camping on Dartmoor then perhaps the wealthy landowners and DMNPA could have worked together to ensure existing laws are used against such people. I suspect the motivation to control wild camping has little to do with the environment.

[@HelenBeeee]

Super disappointing but great to see so many people there keep fighting as this decision proves it can be changed.

[@haanimely981]

One of. My fav you tubers❤

[@janbooth3323]

I agree 👍 whole heartily with you on the right to roam I,m glad Scotland allows. Us the freedom. Your van is coming on nicely, what a lovely 😍 family you are.

[@BadlydrawnBen]

I will continue wild camping as i always have let them find a policeman who's going to be able to arrest or even keep up with me in the mountains

[@afonsocabral9925]

Fantastic answer!!

[@w0033944]

I've recently got into watching the Camper Vibe channel, and realised there's a fair degree of overlap between you guys and Em and Lou on their channel. If you haven't seen their videos, I recommend them, though you might want to ensure that Aife doesn't hear Lou's innuoendos!

[@clareb8015]

Camper Vibe is a great channel.

[@nordichannah]

Great that you guys are talking about this 🤍 I just moved to Sweden and so grateful for our right to roam here - can’t wait for our first summer camp with the kids 🌿

[@hazysunshineELF]

It's so strange to hear it's forbidden to wildcamp in the UK. In Sweden, this is allowed everywhere, and I've definitely taken it for granted.

[@charlottestatham8524]

it is legal in Scotland :) but not England

[@chrisstrider]

Looks promising for Dartmoor at least This has highlighted the importance of Wild Camping as opposed to Fly Camping ❤ Amazing turnout

[@stevehails]

Problem is "rights" come with responsibilities. Never forget all land belongs to someone and should be respected. Simply put, people are NOT responsible and it's getting worse. The right to roam on enclosed land , especially in the national parks has been a disaster for those who make a living off the land------gates left open, frequent livestock worrying from dogs off leads, littering, idiots lighting fires at any time of year, off roading destroying ancient trackways, campers parked everywhere, human toileting! Where does it all end? A balance needs to be struck and the national parks to police wild camping so small scale back packers can still quietly enjoy the outdoors. Please please don't destroy what you've come to enjoy!

[@afonsocabral9925]

Yes certainly, that also makes sense. I'm sure there are also disrespectful people doing all those rude things and getting away with it at the expense of those who are civilized and enjoy the countryside without vandalizing it.

[@macclift9956]

Such a wonderful culture.

[@ShroomAndMoss]

A beautiful video ❤️

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

What a retrograde decision-so disappointing. If people don't get the chance to properly engage with the natural world then they won't end up cherishing and protecting it

[@wilswood8137]

Athena, can I ask, has the right to roam movement come about because the land owners fed up with people not respecting the rules, and leaving their rubbish after a wild camp ? If it has then that’s very sad, I really hope the rally is successful.

[@dopeyb218]

in the cities we have migrants set up little tent villages wherever they can, turning parks, canals and beauty spots into little camps and leaving rubbish and excrement behind.. im certain the spike in this behaviour we've seen in the last few years has influenced this legislation

[@mariannewilson4831]

theres also a whole thing about the certain landowners bribeing the local mp to get the ban. i dont know the whole story though.... i just remeber reading an article about it

[@ianroscoe2750]

Wild campers do not leave rubbish behind you would never kbow they had been camping. The sort of people who leave rubbish behind, usually not far from their vehicles, would not strap a 16 kilo rucksack on their backs and walk onto Dartmoor for the night.

[@otaupdate3151]

@@dopeyb218 That's odd, I thought all immigrants were provided with 5-star hotel accommdation.

[@margaretg711]

It's all our land. Just because someone bought the land shouldn't mean they can deprive us of the right to roam. It should be common land.

[@Adventures-and-More]

It’s for the best. Right to roam is one thing but wild camping is another, and too many people spoil it by not cleaning up after themselves.

[@mikefoley360]

Get together, buy some land, give it to the nation for wildcamping.

[@jacksg1809]

People leave no trace is so important . I watch KZbinrs who are picking up everyone else's rubbish used barbeques etc ....

[@steveclayton7850]

Terrible news, a few irresponsible people maybe ruin it for the many that don't, or is it just more greed for land owners.

[@anastrawberry8047]

Wild camping is forbidden in Spain...😞... it’s been like this for so many years that I don’t remember it otherwise (even though I’ve heard older people than me talk about those times of freedom)

[@thylacinenv]

As a "hedge" fund manager Alexander Darwall wields his shears of selfishness clipping the rights of wild campers, but let's be fair he makes handsome donations to the Tory party which heavens above could not be misconstrued as bribes could it.

[@ancient3902]

It's not your land its owner and therefore they can decide what can and cannot be done on it

[@afonsocabral9925]

Lived in England many years and although I was never really that fond of camping in general, maybe once for just one night (love walking though ), it is depressing that the English people allowed their politicians to strike this blow to the access to nature for all. I can just tell you that in Portugal where I'm from, just the rights of way or to roam safely do not even exist as far as I know and even the level of protection of nature and of legally defined natural protected areas is just attrocious as we are sadly not really a people that has that much fondness and interest for our nature or in walking through our countryside therefore there is no such thing as rights of way through private lands and ALL land in PT is shamelessly privatised and in many cases illegaly built on, on the account of our ongoing corrupt politicians in the government and councils who do as they please ans sold most out our inherited pubic land. Therefore we have massive occupation of the soil by buildings of all sorts to the point of having currently the highest stock of urbanized land and buildings in the whole of Europe per capita. It is thus very difficult to find good long trails here without being fenced off by walls and barbed wire and ferocious dogs or people in most of the country especially towards the coastal areas. This passive and silly people of ours do not care if our land is being overbuilt on and sold in chunks to anyone willing to pay the price including many foreigners.

[@cayaedwards798]

The right to roam campaign is now the right to camp campaign?

[@LinariaFreeze]

This is awful, and I'm so glad I moved to Scotland when I moved to the UK from Norway.

[@jpswaddle7899]

The last few days I've spent in the lake district beg to differ with the title of thos video

[@kennybrydges2429]

so, am i right in thinking, wild camping is banned everywhere in the U.K.? Even Cumbria

[@coolperson962]

Only England and Wales. Up until very recently, certain parts of the Dartmoor national park (that were highlighted in purple on an OS map) were the only places you could wild camp, without the need to seek any permission. Now, it is a (civil) offence to wild camp anywhere in England and Wales. Scotland still has many parts where you can still wild camp.

[@jonmichael6478]

The March looked like a hippy festival celebrating paganism. Let's hope land owners are flexible with the use of there land in the future.

[@helenajardin2484]

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[@kevinsaward2005]

my understanding is its not all of dartmoor just this idiots land,

[@esgee3829]

just like the us and a now but with fewer 'well meaning farmers protecting their properties' with guns.

[@dopeyb218]

fast forward the first 2 and a half minutes...

[@woodnugget1301]

Absolutely awesome right to roam is our birthright these lands belong to all of us not just the filthy greedy few

[@Mrchirico6]

So hiw us the right to roam being jeopardised.

[@fistle]

Move to Scotland...its brilliant up here and we can fish in certain designated waters and kill trout to eat, the only downside are the townies from Glasgow and Edinburgh who come to the countryside en mass and dont clean up their rubbish

[@fistle]

We should adopt a similar system to Scandinavia where you can camp on open ground AND shoot rabbits and pigeons to eat.

[@jennyfulcher8035]

I absolutely support the UK's right to roam and wild camp! In the USA, we are allowed to camp for free in US National Forests & Grasslands and BLM (Bureau of Land Management) unless otherwise marked. I hope that your protests will re-establish the right to wild camp in Dartmoor. Jenny 🦉🪶🏕🌲🌳 🌲🌳🏕

[@bagnatoleandro8313]

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