Travellers Invasion at Birmingham Park

0:00On March 30th, a group of travelers rolled into Sheldon Country Park in Birmingham over the Easter weekend, setting up camp with at least five caravans right in the main car park. Volunteers spotted them Sunday evening and alerted council officers right away, and local leaders served the group with a notice to leave the three. Hundred Acre site. Counselor Paul Tillsley called it an invasion, saying this spot's been hit at least four times in the past year, by folks who stay rent-free, act out. With anti-social vibes, and leave trash for others to clean. The parks a family favorite on Birmingham's east side, packed with Jersey cattle, pigs, goats, geese, ponies, and even a restored 17th century, far near the airport council bills it is countryside in the city. Councils on it, confirming all notices are served, and steps are underway to clear unauthorized spots while they maintain transit sites for the gypsy, Roma, and traveler community per government rules. They should be rolling out within days.