A large caravan site was rapidly established on land in Hillam, North Yorkshire, over a 48-hour period beginning late on a Friday, when council offices were closed. Residents and a local councillor say the development has significantly altered the village, raised concerns about traffic, wildlife and property values, and exposed frustrations over the council’s response.

The site reportedly involved around 50 lorry-loads of hardcore, extensive timber fencing costing about £33,000, septic tanks and dozens of caravans. North Yorkshire Council served a stop notice after roughly a week, followed by a High Court injunction, but locals claim building work and lorry deliveries have continued; the article says residents are holding a meeting to discuss the situation.