Wild camping, fires and barbecues will be restricted at nine locations on the North Yorkshire coast, including Scarborough and Whitby, in response to concerns from local residents. A Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) gives the county council the power to evict offenders and issue fines.
According to the council, the cost of cleaning up and repairing damage from unauthorised camping between May and October 2024 exceeded £30,000. The decision follows complaints about litter, anti-social behaviour and environmental damage.
Offenders face a fixed penalty notice of up to £100 or a fine of up to £1,000 if the case goes to court.