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Former military base in Wiltshire proposed for gypsy caravan park

16.06.2026 03:59 1 min 1 source РУС
The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald ENG
Former military base in Wiltshire proposed for gypsy caravan park
Original source: The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald

Planning agent Carta Developers has submitted an application to Wiltshire Council to convert a former military base in Cricklade into a gypsy and traveller site for an extended family. The 0.4-hectare site, currently classified as paddocks, already houses members of the Bane family. The proposal includes eight static and eight touring caravans with access to water, sewerage, and electricity. The application cites a pressing accommodation need, as the council's 2024 assessment identifies a requirement for up to 128 additional pitches.

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Former military base in Wiltshire proposed for gypsy caravan park

16.06.2026 The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald ENG Original source

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