What is the ratio in Tehidy Minerals Ltd v Norman?

Easements can be acquired by prescription through long user 'as of right' even where the servient owner had the practical ability to prevent the use but chose not to.

What did the court decide in Tehidy Minerals Ltd v Norman?

The Court of Appeal held that residents had acquired prescriptive rights of way through open, peaceful use as of right over many years.

Why is Tehidy Minerals Ltd v Norman important for land law?

It clarifies the 'as of right' requirement for prescription, showing how established use patterns can create legal easements over time.

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