An unauthorised encampment is when individuals or groups — often travellers or those without permanent accommodation — set up temporary living arrangements on land without the landowner’s permission. This can include public spaces (like parks or lay-bys) or private land (like car parks, industrial estates, and fields).
Key Facts –
🏕️ Defined by UK law as unauthorised occupation of land without consent
📍 Can occur on council, private, or commercial property
⚖️ Managed under sections of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 (CJPOA) and updated Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022
Typical Issues Caused –
🚗 Blocked access to business premises, car parks, or public spaces
🗑️ Fly-tipping and waste left behind after departure
💷 Property damage or clean-up costs for landowners
😟 Safety or security concerns for staff or nearby residents
What Landowners Can Do –
📋 Report to the local council or police if trespassers refuse to leave
🔒 Install height-restriction barriers, bollards, or gates to prevent unauthorised vehicle access
🚧 Maintain secure perimeters and signage stating “Private Land – No Access”
At Aremco Barriers, we help landowners and councils prevent unauthorised encampments with UK-manufactured steel barriers, gates, and bollards. Our products stop vehicle access to open land and car parks — providing a long-term, low-maintenance deterrent.
