Peterborough beach closed due to safety and anti-social behaviour concerns

Hampton beach has been closed to residents today after a series of concerns were raised/

O&H Land, in consultation with Persimmon Homes, the Fire Service, the Police Service and Peterborough City Council cordoned off an area of the beach this morning.

This decision was made following a number of incidents of anti-social behaviour, littering, and a number of people entering the water despite the signage round the lake telling them not to do so due to the danger that this presents

Lee Collins, Development Manager at O&H Land, commented: “Following a Dispersal Order issued by the Police on the evening of 25 June, we have decided to temporarily close Hampton Beach. The health and safety of everyone on our land be it the residents of Hampton, the general public or our contractors working for us, is our top priority.

“It was therefore agreed, in consultation with all the relevant local authorities, that a temporary closure of this area was the safest way forward.

“The lakes are very deep and cold, and the signage prohibiting entering the water is not being adhered to. This coupled with the actions of a few have given me serious concern that an accident could occur. The closure of Hampton Beach today will give us time to reassess the area and decide on a new strategy which enables people to enjoy the lakeside setting in the safest way possible.”