New Years Eve rave shut down by police
Police have issued a warning as more than 100 people gathered near Winscombe
Last updated 1st Jan 2023
Police have shut down a Westcountry rave where more than 100 people gathered on New Years Eve.
Avon and Somerset Police force have asked members of the public to stay away from Rowberrow Woods near Winscombe - and have issued a direction for people on site to vacate the area.
A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "Officers remain at the site of a rave at Rowberrow Woods near Winscombe as up to 200 people & 150 vehicles leave.
"The music is off but local routes are blocked by traffic.
"On arrival officers prevented further access to the site & issued a direction to leave".
The force originally posted a warning in the early hours of the morning.
Officers remain at the scene.