Right to wild camp in England lost in Dartmoor court decision

Wealthy landowner Alexander Darwall wins case against national park after arguing right to pitch tent on moors did not exist

The right to wild camp on Dartmoor has been overturned after a court case brought to the high court by a wealthy landowner.

Dartmoor was the only place in England and Wales where there is a right to camp under the stars without seeking permission from the landowner.