Overview
- A roughly 500m stretch of Canal Side currently has no overnight restrictions, meaning sleeping in legally parked campervans is allowed and cannot be penalised.
- Residents report noise, blocked canal views, rubbish and alleged dumping of human waste into drains and the water, with some vehicles said to stay for weeks or months.
- The location is listed on the Park4Night app as a desirable stop, which locals believe draws more overnight visitors.
- Councillor Teresa Cullen hosted a public meeting attended by more than 100 residents, and a petition has been submitted calling for new parking controls.
- Nottinghamshire County Council says it will consider whether the situation has a significant adverse effect and may consult on introducing restrictions, while some van occupants insist their stays are lawful.