ARTHUR Newbery Park in Tilehurst has become occupied by a number of caravans and vehicles
At least 15 caravans and a number of cars and vehicles have formed an illegal camp in the ground of the park, surrounding the children’s play area and blocking paths through the site.
Residents have reported damage to the park and local environment as a result of the encampment.
A spokesperson for Reading Borough Council said: “Officers have been made aware of this encampment and will be visiting the site today to carry out an assessment and start legal proceedings to recover possession of the land.
“Officers are working with Thames Valley Police to monitor this encampment and agree the most appropriate course of action to take swift action to remove it.”
