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Wild camping, sleeping in a tent under the stars away from a managed campsite, is one of the most rewarding experiences the UK outdoors has to offer. The rules around it, however, differ enormously depending on which part of the UK you are in. Understanding those rules before you go out is important both for your own legal position and for the broader cause of maintaining access rights for everyone.
Leave No Trace started in the United States but its seven principles apply as directly to the UK outdoors as anywhere else. The pressure on popular hiking areas in Britain has increased enormously over the last decade, and the principles of responsible access have become more important as a result. This guide translates each LNT principle into UK-specific terms, with practical guidance for day hikers and wild campers. Why It Matters in the UK The UK has some of the most heavily walked upland areas in the world relative to their size.