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Taken for Fools

18/08/2021

More issues at Long Valley with promised gates and access when not in use ignored by DIO Continue reading →
Setting the Record Straight

03/05/2021

At times DIO can appear benign and at times charming, acting as if we are welcome to use the lands. The recent “Respect the Ranges” video even goes as far to spell it out: “We very much welcome the public coming to use the estate but at the right time and when it’s safe for…
Signs And Lies

29/04/2021

Since 2018 three areas of the Aldershot lands have been permanently fenced. In the extreme access to Ash Ranges was removed entirely, alienating the local community who continue to press for access to be restored. The other areas subject to fencing are Long Valley (known as B4) and Porridge Pots (G2). From the initial Freedom…
Revealed – Byelaws Intent

26/03/2021

Finally, after many delays the new Aldershot byelaws may be revealed and the review to commence. They have been “imminent” for a long time and twice start dates have been suggested…only to consultation to fail to start. But back in December DIO let slip their intent and their plans for the byelaws and recreational access was revealed. …
Denied Access – Fencing and DIO

25/02/2021

One aspect of the military lands we cherish is the freedom to roam when they are not in use for military training. The responses to the byelaws survey show this is a widely held view and that casual access is seen as a valuable resource for mental and physical health by the local community. This…