Cornwall Wildlife Trust has urged potential visitors to Kennall Vale, near Penryn to avoid peak hours following problems over the weekend.

Traffic and parking 'chaos' saw a fire engine get blocked in by poorly parked cars.

Following the issues over the weekend the number of visitors is now causing concern for the trust.

In a statement released today, a Cornwall Wildlife Trust spokesperson said:

"Many of us have embraced nature during the pandemic, unfortunately, Kennall Vale Nature Reserve has been so heavily visited in recent weeks, it is causing concern.

"This weekend saw more traffic and parking chaos when a fire engine got blocked by badly parked vehicles, which is a serious problem.

"There are understandable frustrations coming from the local community which we want to address, so we are looking to come together with the Parish Councils, Fire Brigade and residents to discuss and find solutions to overcrowding at Kennall Vale.

"In the meantime, we would ask visitors to avoid Kennall Vale during its busiest times, Saturdays and Sundays."

Cornwall Wildlife Trust has advised:

• To be considerate when parking.

• Enjoy your time in nature, and be mindful of doing that with minimal disturbance to wildlife and the local community.

• Please leave the reserve as you found it, take litter home with you.

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