Trecco Bay caravan owner reports faults and broken repair promises

A caravan has been spotted on Kitchener Road in Great Yarmouth, despite the borough council previously clearing almost 20 abandoned caravans and vans from local roads. The council has taken on new responsibility for tackling illegal highway encampments, focusing on Kitchener Road, Wellesley Road, Bloomfield Road, and South Beach Parade. According to the council, five people have been placed in long-term accommodation, and 19 caravans and vans have been permanently removed. Local MP Rupert Lowe has been pushing for removal of the caravans for over 18 months.

A man was tasered and arrested in Bridport, Dorset, after allegedly stealing a white Peugeot motorhome. Dorset Police located the vehicle on the A35 using intelligence-led systems; a stinger device was deployed to stop it. The driver attempted to flee on foot but was detained after a Taser challenge. He faces charges including aggravated TWOC. A passenger was also arrested, while a third suspect remains at large.

Plans to redevelop Glendale Holiday Park in Port Carlisle have been approved by a Cumberland Council planning officer. The project involves demolishing existing sales, reception and leisure buildings and constructing a new central facilities building of about 910 square metres, including pools, gym, offices, sales area, plus a caravan showground and upgraded sewage treatment. Permission was granted subject to conditions, with the officer's report stating the modern functional design is appropriate for the site and will preserve local amenities and landscape.

A fire on Crixey Lane in Burnham, Essex, destroyed three static caravans on Monday evening. Witnesses reported thick black smoke. Fire crews from Burnham, Maldon, and South Woodham Ferrers extinguished the blaze by 21:19 BST.

British company Wheelhome has introduced the foldable Dashaway ECT2 trailer, which transforms into a mini caravan in five minutes. Its curb weight starts at 370 kg, allowing towing with a passenger car under category B. Standard equipment includes an induction hob, microwave, 12-liter compressor fridge, portable toilet, lithium battery with a 3000 W inverter, and a 200 W solar panel. The sleeping area measures 196×127 cm and accommodates two people. The price in the UK starts at £19,750 (about €23,000); buyers in Germany will need to consider import and registration procedures.

West Sussex authorities issued a notice to vacate to a group of travellers who parked about 15 caravans and motorhomes on a cricket pitch in Clayton, near Hassocks. Burgess Hill Cricket Club postponed a match due to turf damage, and the county council is seeking a court hearing for eviction.