Lake District campers fined for anti-social behaviour

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Two people have been fined after enforcement officers discovered a Lake District campsite with fire damage.

The incident occurred on August 26 at Blea Tarn in Langdale, where two people were found camping under trees with evidence of a bonfire and barbecue that had caused environmental harm.

Westmorland and Furness Enforcement Officers arrived at the site at 7.15am following a tip-off from residents.

The individuals were cautioned and issued fixed penalty notices for their actions.

Rich Scoffham, Eden Local Focus Hub manager, said: "Huge thanks to the South Lakes Enforcement Team for their efforts."

After dealing with the campsite, officers joined National Trust staff to patrol the western side of the Windermere PSPO area.

No anti-social behaviour or environmental damage was found during those checks.

The day took an unexpected turn during the journey to Coniston when officers found a horse standing calmly in the middle of the road.

The horse, named Milli, was safely returned to her field after officers located a nearby farmer who confirmed a gate had been left open.

Later, the team carried out a deep clean of several known unauthorised encampment sites on the eastern side of Coniston Water.

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