Finders Keepers? The Adverse Possession Q&A

Following one of our most popular property law webinars, we're back with a special Q&A episode tackling your adverse possession questions.Can mowing land for years prove possession? What's the difference between encroachment and adverse possession? Can someone really acquire land that doesn't belong to them?In this episode of Unpacking the Case, our Head of Legal Training, Richard Snape, answers real questions submitted by property professionals from across the sector. Covering everything from evidence and Land Registry applications to boundary disputes, highways, common land and landlord and tenant scenarios.Whether you're a surveyor, developer, asset manager, property lawyer or landowner, this episode will help you navigate one of the most misunderstood areas of property law. Topics covered include:Proving adverse possessionBoundary disputesRegistered and unregistered landLand Registry applicationsRights of way and public landLandlord and tenant issuesDefeating adverse possession claimsPractical evidence and strategy Relevant cases: Dobson v Unsted (2026)Hood v Southern Land Securities Ltd & Anor [2025]Relins v Gill [2025]Clapham v Narga [2024]Dwyer v The City of Westminster (2014)Benn v Harding (1993)George Wimpey & Co. Ltd. v. Sohn [1967]JA Pye (Oxford) Ltd v Graham [2003]Thorpe v Frank [2019]Kirkman v Bradshaw Pub Company Ltd [2025]Get in touch! Training & Free Webinars for Property Professionals:Would you like to keep up to date with the latest in real estate law? Davitt Jones Bould offers legal training tailored to your organisation’s needs, delivered in person across the UK or remotely. We also run free monthly webinars through for surveyors, solicitors, and property professionals across sectors. To sign up or learn more, visit our events page here or email [email protected] for information and booking.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal or professional advice. No liability is accepted by Davitt Jones Bould for any reliance placed on its content. Get in touch!