Police have said a group of travellers have left a Chandler’s Ford green area.

A number of caravans arrived on Monks Brook Recreation Ground, just off Glendown Road on Monday, May 19.

The group of around five caravans were parked directly next to the Taw Tweed Play area.

Police said on Monday that they are aware of the encampment and speaking to the local authority.

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A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We are aware of the encampment at Monks Brook Recreation Ground and are liaising with our colleagues at the local authority."

Today, May 21, police confirmed the group have left the recreation ground.

Many travellers have come through the Eastleigh, Fareham and Southampton areas on route to the Wickham Horse Fair that was held yesterday, May 20.

Hundreds of travellers sell, trade and race horses at the fair – which is one of the longest running annual events in Hampshire.