On Wednesday Mr Justice Ouseley said the words used by Parliament "to define 'town or village green' are broad enough to permit the registration of a tidal beach", provided certain tests were met.

BBC: Newhaven Beach

The beach here, adorned with a tidal pool, acts as welcome respite from the bustle of the town, while the walks along Chapel Cliff and through the valley itself are among the best throughout the region.

BBC: Mini guide to Cornwall��s beaches

Habitats in the biosphere reserve comprise barrier islands, beach and sand dunes, salt marshes, maritime forests, tidal creeks, fresh and brackish water impoundments and open water areas.

UNESCO: Biosphere Reserve Information

The beach is part of the Taw-Torridge estuary area, the tidal well above Barnstaple and Bideford.

UNESCO: UK National Commission for UNESCO - North Devon Biosphere recognised for having UK��s Best Beach at Skyscanner Awards