The traditionally used camping places, which evolved alongside the highway network as it developed, have witnessed nomadic dwelling for millennia. Green lanes are habitat to a diversity of life, including human. For the Traveller, whatever his race or origin, Rights of Way are Human Rights – for it is his relationship with land, greensward and common, that defines his heritage and culture.
The ‘needs assessment’ process has so far been biased towards property development solutions to address the accommodation crisis which confront nomadic people on a regular basis. This proposal sets out the economic, cultural and environmental argument for a commons regime over green lanes and greensward as a counterbalance to spatial and cultural segregation.
Futher resources:
Web Project Mapping Traditional Stopping Places - http://www.albionwayfarer.com
