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Bristol City Council plans to create a temporary caravan site on a former railway line in Brislington, arguing it is safer than a cycle path due to constant occupancy and natural surveillance.
Bristol City Council plans to create a 'temporary site' for caravans on a section of a former railway line in Brislington, between Sainsbury’s and Tesco. Up to 30 caravan pitches with water and toilets could be built.
According to a councillor, the site will be constantly occupied, providing natural surveillance and safety, unlike a potential cycle path previously deemed 'dark and inaccessible'. Local residents had called for a pedestrian and cycle path, but the council maintains its decision.
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Bristol City Council plans to create a 'meanwhile site' for caravans on a former railway line in Brislington, despite local calls for a cycle path. A ...
Bristol City Council plans to create a 'meanwhile site' for caravans on a former railway line in Brislington, despite local calls for a cycle path. A councillor argued the site would be safer due to permanent occupation and fencing. Up to 30 pitches with water and toilets could be provided.
Bristol City Council plans to create a ‘meanwhile site’ for caravans on a former railway line in Brislington, arguing it is safer than building a cycl...
Bristol City Council plans to create a ‘meanwhile site’ for caravans on a former railway line in Brislington, arguing it is safer than building a cycle path. Up to 30 pitches with water and toilets could be installed on the stretch between Sainsbury’s and Tesco. Council officials say permanent occupation and fencing will provide natural surveillance and security, unlike the proposed cycle path previously described as ‘dark and inaccessible’.
Updated: 18.07.2026
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