An illegal caravan encampment has been established in a park in Reading.

Evidence of fly-tipping has been spotted at the site in Waterloo Meadows, which borders a BMX park and children’s playground.

As of today (Sunday) four caravans and five vans have settled in the field.

A spokesperson for Reading Borough Council said: “We will visit the site and then begin the legal process for eviction.”

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Plastic bottles, empty food containers, glass, bin bags and fabrics have been dumped around the site.

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The area is a popular location for dog walkers in Katesgrove, situated next to the River Kennet and Waterloo Meadows Allotments.