When Land Meets the Sea: Drawing a Line in the Sand

In this episode of When Land Meets the Sea, Richard Snape and Elizabeth Collin continue to explore the law of the foreshore, the strip of land lying between high and low water marks that forms the ever-changing boundary between land and sea.Drawing on cases including Attorney-General v Chambers (1854), Blundell v Catterall (1821) and Bocardo SA v Star Energy Weald Basin Ltd (2010), Richard unpacks who owns the foreshore, the extent of public rights over beaches, and how the law balances private ownership with public access.The episode also examines the development of the England and Wales Coast Path, exploring how these coastal access routes have expanded opportunities for the public to enjoy the coastline while raising important questions about land ownership, and access rights.From Victorian disputes about bathing on the beach to modern debates about access, ownership and development, this episode reveals how centuries of property law continue to shape the way we use, enjoy and protect our coastline today.Whether you are a landowner, developer, surveyor, property lawyer, local authority officer or simply someone who enjoys a walk along the coast, this episode offers an introduction to the legal issues that lie between the land and the sea.Cases discussed include:Attorney-General v Chambers (1854)Bocardo SA v Star Energy Weald Basin Ltd (2010)Blundell v Catterall (1821)Malcomson v O'Dea (1863) 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!