Villagers near Soberton in the South Downs say residents of an illegal encampment have repeatedly burned rubbish in the national park, raising fears of wildfires during dry conditions. The site, described as a “shanty town,” is occupied by caravans that have been there for more than a decade, despite rules against living there.
The reports focus on local concerns about fire risk in tinder-dry surroundings and the impact on nearby communities. They also frame the matter as one involving alleged breaches of park regulations and unresolved enforcement against long-running unauthorized habitation. Across the coverage provided, the main emphasis is on the burning of waste and the perceived danger to the park, with limited additional detail on any official response in the excerpts.
