Injunction granted to stop overnight campers at Clacton Airshow
A High Court has granted an injunction to stop campers at the airshow
Last updated 29th Jul 2022
The High Court has granted an injunction to prevent overnight camping in certain areas of Clacton during the Airshow.
Camping, including tents, motorhomes, and caravans, will not be allowed on selected carparks, seafront roads and open spaces while the event is on.
Tendring District council, which runs the annual airshow, applied for the order to run from midnight on Thursday 18th August to the end of Saturday 3rd September.
Those caught breaching it can lead to someone being held in contempt of court, with punishments including possible prison sentences, fines or seized assets.
Alex Porter, TDC’s Cabinet Member for Leisure and Tourism, said the injunction was important to protect the Clacton Airshow.
“In the past we have had issues with large unauthorised encampments in the district, affecting the Airshow, so we do all that we can to prevent disruption to this amazing event,” Cllr Porter said.
“The injunction has previously been effective to both deter and deal with problems.
“Everyone is welcome to enjoy the Airshow – which can attract up to 250,000 people over the two days – but there is no need to camp out to get a good viewing spot.”
Cllr Paul Honeywood, TDC’s Cabinet Member for Housing, added: “This injunction is a great help to the council in moving on unauthorised encampments on as quickly as possible.”
Where does it cover?
The open sites covered by the order involve land on the south side of Marine Parade West from Clacton Pier to Collingwood Road, as well as the Martello Bay area.
Seafront roads covered are: Hastings Avenue (West Road to Selsey Avenue); Marine Parade West and West Road (between the junction with Marine Parade West/Wash Lane and Hastings Avenue).
The car park land includes the Hastings Avenue, Hastings Bay and Martello Coach and Car Park sites.