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Caravans park on football pitches in Edinburgh without permission

18.06.2026 06:00 1 min 1 source
The Herald ENG
Caravans park on football pitches in Edinburgh without permission
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Members of Currie Star FC in south west Edinburgh have raised concerns after a group of caravans parked on their pitches without permission. Around a dozen caravans and other vehicles were spotted at Dovecot Park on Lanark Road. The community council has contacted the City of Edinburgh Council and Police Scotland about the unauthorised encampment. The club, which serves over 400 children, recently spent a six-figure sum on pitch upgrades and fears the caravans will prevent planned maintenance ahead of the new season.

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Caravans park on football pitches in Edinburgh without permission

18.06.2026 The Herald ENG Original source

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