Caravans parked across disabled bays at Littlehampton car park

It was one of a number of caravans and tow cars parked across bays outside The Wave leisure centre in Littlehampton earlier today.

The car park is just off the seafront in Sea Road. 

A spokeswoman for Arun District Council confirmed the council is aware of the vehicles.

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Sussex Police are assisting the local council (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

"We are aware that travellers have arrived at East Beach Green and at The Wave car park in Littlehampton," the spokeswoman said.

"We want to reassure residents that we are working with West Sussex County Council and Sussex Police to monitor the situation and follow the correct procedures.

"The seafront car parks remain open and in use for the public and we welcome all visitors coming to enjoy the sunshine."

Caravans parked at The Wave in Littlehampton (Image: Eddie Mitchell)

Sussex Police confirmed the force is aware of the unauthorised encampment at The Wave car park and officers are "monitoring the situation in support of the local authority as the lead agency".