New barrier at South Gare restricts vehicle access due to anti-social behavior. Locals express concerns about limited access.
PD Ports said it needed to stop issues like anti-social behavior and unauthorized overnight stays. South Gare is actually private land.
Some locals are unhappy. George Wilson has a van and can’t reach his cabin now because his van is too tall for the barrier. He says they did not warn people.
PD Ports says the barrier limits vehicle access because of bad behavior and people parking overnight. This land used to be open.
The company says there was more litter, late-night parties, and blocked emergency routes. The barrier should help.
PD Ports wants a safer, effective South Gare. People can still ask for access but need to give notice first. South Gare isn’t a campsite and lacks proper facilities.
People have different opinions about this barrier. Some used to park to explore the area, while others use camper vans just for the day. Some people have seen more vans lately.
Someone suggested a barrier in Saltburn too. Another person blamed inconsiderate camper van users. Some vans can pass under the current barrier easily.
Some think camper vans make the area look bad, as people may live in vans with no toilets. One person said this was bound to happen; private land shouldn’t be freely accessed.
Someone saw wild behavior a while ago that bothered families. Another said the area was lovely before, but now, camper vans make it an eyesore, and dog poo bags were left there often.
One person suggested charging campers a £10 fee to maintain the area. Another asked about parking before the barrier and why it’s put where it is.