Three fined for illegal camping at beauty spot

THREE young adults have been fined for illegally camping at a Wiltshire beauty spot.

The trio, aged between 19 and 23, were found camping by the River Avon in Woodfalls, south of Salisbury, at about 1am on Monday.

They – and a 17-year-old who was not fined – had apparently travelled from Southampton to celebrate a birthday.

Under current Government restrictions, camping is not permitted and all campsites and caravan parks remain closed in accordance with health protection regulations.

Inspector Pete Sparrow said: “Although the government restrictions now permit greater reasons for travel, there is still the underlying principle that people should stay at home.

“Camping with friends is not permitted.

“Salisbury is blessed with many beautiful locations, which will still be there in the future for you to visit once it is safe to lift the restrictions.“