Additionally Northam Burrows being an 'Urban Common' by virtue of Section 193 of the Law of Property Act 1925 allows the public a legal right of access "for air and exercise," subject to 3 basic prohibitions, it is an offence (a) to drive a vehicle (including a bicycle) (b) to camp (c) to light a fire, on the Common.

1867 May 16 The committee appointed some weeks ago to see what improvements they can make in the pasturage of the Burrows, have issued a notice giving a scale of charges for the keeping of cattle on the burrows by the Potwallopers, also a scale of charges for those who wish to drive on the Burrows for a days pleasure. Of course the committee admit that payments are quite voluntary, and cannot be enforced.Carriages are charged 1 shilling and sixpence each.