Assessments under way after arrivals on private land
Two unauthorised traveller encampments have been reported in Warrington in recent days, the latest entries on the countywide unauthorised encampment log show. Both sites are recorded as being on privately owned land and are currently the subject of ongoing assessments by authorities.
The first reported group arrived on 18 July at the Riverside Retail Park on Wharf Street. The second was logged on Saturday at playing fields off Thorneycroft Drive. Both locations were noted by the log maintained for Cheshire and Warrington by Cheshire West and Chester Council.
Assessments are the standard initial response where unauthorised encampments are on private land. They typically consider land ownership, site safety, environmental impact and whether any criminal offences have been committed, before decisions are taken on next steps.
- Sites reported: Riverside Retail Park (Wharf Street) and playing fields off Thorneycroft Drive.
- Land status: Both sites recorded as privately owned.
- Current action: Assessments are being carried out.
Entries come from the unauthorised encampment log for Cheshire and Warrington, which is operated by Cheshire West and Chester Council.
Local landowners and businesses often raise immediate concerns when encampments appear, including access, ground damage and waste management. Where encampments have departed previously, enforcement and clean-up are coordinated with landowners and local authorities.
| Location | Arrival | Land ownership | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Retail Park, Wharf Street | 18 July | Private | Assessment under way |
| Playing fields off Thorneycroft Drive | Saturday | Private | Assessment under way |
This follows a recent, separate report of an encampment having been present at Cockhedge Shopping Centre before leaving the location. The log is updated as new reports come in and as actions are taken, and it informs decisions by councils and landowners about whether to seek eviction or provide site support.
Residents and landowners seeking the latest position on a particular site should contact the landowner directly where known, or consult the unauthorised encampment log held by Cheshire West and Chester Council for up-to-date entries and contact information.
