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Lake District National Park view (Freedom of Information Act)

Tuesday, den 2. September 2008

Posted courtesy of Michael S. who  approached the LDNP for information under the Freedom of Information Act.
Q. What is the LDNP’s guidance on wild-camping?
Although camping should be confined to authorised sites the Lake District National Park Authority accepts that wild camping on un-enclosed fell land, remote from the roads, is generally accepted if undertaken […]

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Peak District National Park - A chance to have your say on Wildcamping?

Sunday, den 31. August 2008

A chance for you to offer your views on the Peak District, wildcamping access issues, and possibly reflect on why the Dartmoor NP policy may attract you to that area, rather than the Peak District?
Complete the survey, with a chance to enter a prize draw as well:  www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/consultations
“Outdoor enthusiasts, visitors and residents are being urged […]

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Be A Responsible Wild Camper

Monday, den 25. August 2008

For an interesting article on wild camping up in Scotland pop on over to Cameron McNeish’s blog and read his posting ”Wild Camping In Scotland“. Which discusses being a responsible wild camper, and the current attempts to educate the masses as to what those responsibilities are.
“The recent petition on legalising wild camping in England and Wales […]

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The next step …..

Sunday, den 27. July 2008

If you happen to check by from time to time you may be wondering why it is a little quiet in light of some of the articles appearing on various Blogs etc. This may explain any apparent lull in proceedings:
“The campaign steering group are cognisant of the effort many organisations & individuals are putting into the current Marine […]

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Response to the RESPONSE

Tuesday, den 24. June 2008

The E-P’s backers are considering the next move and the level of support.
Its not quite as negative as it reads at first and the Marine Bill was always likely to get first crack at the available resource/backing.
But the elephant is now firmly in the room
Thanks for those who’ve shown their support - the campaign website […]

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Wildcamp E-Petition - Government Response

Monday, den 23. June 2008

23 June 2008/We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to legalise wild camping in England and Wales.”

Details of Petition:
“Currently without the landowners concent it is illegal to wild camp on the moors, mountains, National Parks and MOD land. It is time to give people the same rights as those given North […]

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Petition Mentioned In Latest TGO

Wednesday, den 4. June 2008

If you go down to your nearest newsagents and pick up a copy of the latest TGO magazine (July 2008 issue) you will find near the front Cameron McNeish’s editorial about the petition and wild camping.

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Petition Closes With Over 2000 Signatures

Wednesday, den 4. June 2008

The petition closed on the 24th March, with over 2000 signatures. The final total was 2021 signatures.
Now we have a wait while the petition is passed on to the relevant Minister or Government Department. They will then respond to the petition, and that response is then emailed to all 2021 people that signed the petition.
What […]

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And now …….1600

Saturday, den 3. May 2008

Was it only only last week that Darren posted on reaching the 1,500 total?
Now, in less than a week, its jumped up to 1,631.
If you’ve arrived here as a result of our recent mailing to University Outdoor Clubs…….thanks for the support.
Right. Three weeks left to go - 2,000+ is achievable.
Told all your friends, family, workmates yet?

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Active Magazine (May 08)

Sunday, den 27. April 2008

There’s a 3 page spread in the latest magazine (now available in W H Smiths) plus a mention in the editorial. The E-P is given prominent coverage in the article which covers campaigns for greater countryside access. A very positive piece with some interesting comments from  those representing the landowner’s interests.
Recommended reading.
And if you’ve happen to have just […]

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