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A North Yorkshire retiree was mis-sold a holiday home as a permanent residence and subsequently subjected to a 'relentless campaign of harassment' by park staff, according to local MP Alison Hume. The man was forced to sell the home at a 60% loss, with the park reselling it four days later for a substantial profit. In response, the UK government is exploring measures to strengthen buyer protections, including regulation of the 10% resale commission and pitch fee increases.

An anonymous driver damaged the gravel surface at the Ness Boating Club caravan site, prompting the club to install CCTV. The club stated this was not the first incident and called on the perpetrator to cover the costs of repairs and camera installation.

West Mercia Police arrested a 48-year-old man and a 13-year-old girl on suspicion of dangerous driving following a crash at Mile Bank Farm near Whitchurch. The incident occurred at around 10:45 am on 25 April, when a Volvo XC60 crashed through several fences and a gate before colliding with a caravan awning. An 81-year-old man and a 71-year-old woman were seriously injured; the man remains in hospital in critical condition. Both suspects have been released on bail, and police are appealing for witnesses.

Ewen Cameron, 59, appeared at Ayr Sheriff Court charged with intentionally engaging in sexual activity in the presence of two girls under 13. The alleged incident occurred on September 20, 2025, at Craig Tara Holiday Park, where he is said to have knocked on a caravan window, beckoned the children, then exposed himself and performed a sexual act. Cameron, an inmate at HMP Kilmarnock, pleaded not guilty; the case was adjourned for witness evidence arrangements.

The series follows Lela and her 11-year-old daughter Bee, who are on the run and seek refuge at a secluded canal-side caravan park in the 1970s English countryside. Starring Erin Doherty, Bill Nighy, Helena Bonham Carter, and Tom Burke. Written and directed by Hugo Blick, produced by Drama Republic. Release date on BBC One and BBC iPlayer has not been announced yet.

Simon John Turner, 49, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for defrauding three victims of approximately £190,000. He promised to help buy caravans and make investments but used fake invoices. The sentence was handed down in April 2026.