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Police release statement after travellers leave Harrogate school field

Travellers had forced their way onto the school field at Ashville College but all caravans and vehicles have since vacated the premises.

Police release statement after travellers leave Harrogate school field North Yorkshire Police have released a statement after a group of travellers that had forced their way onto a Harrogate school field left the site. Travellers had forced their way onto the playing field at Ashville College last week. But all caravans and vehicles have since vacated the premises. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said:

"The Harrogate Neighbourhood Policing Team has worked closely with the college and community partners to resolve this issue. "By 7:15pm on Monday (12th June), all caravans and vehicles had vacated the college playing field. “Our officers are continuing to liaise with all parties and are carrying out patrols in the area to address safety and security concerns."
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