Councillors Alexa Michael, Josh Coldspring-White and Thomas Turrell have secured a new hedge along Layhams Road to better protect Coney Hall Recreation Ground from unauthorised encampments by some in the Traveller community.

Despite several legal sites being available, Coney Hall Recreation Ground is a frequent target. Following the most recent encampment, Councillors Coldspring-White and Turrell met officers from the Council’s Environment team to discuss deterrent options. A hedge has been identified as the preferred option. Officers have confirmed that a 105-metre (344-foot) long hedge will be planted in November. The hedge will take 3-5 years to grow fully.