Police move on large group of travellers from park and ride

Police and council officers led a large group of travellers through Suffolk yesterday (Wednesday, May 27).

The 22 caravans arrived at Costessey park and ride on Tuesday night, and was moved on by officers because the camp was not authorised.

Authorities then led the group out of Norfolk. They were spotted as they passed the A11 between Red Lodge and Newmarket.

Norfolk Constabulary has provided the following statement:

"We attended an unauthorised encampment at the Costessey park and ride yesterday, the main reason for our attendance is because this is used as an overflow car park for the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.

"As landowners, the county council were leading on matters. However, officers did engage with group who left the site if their own free will, with the intention of travelling to Essex.

"The convoy, made of up 22 caravans as well as other cars, was supported by officers as it travelled through the county."