ACTIVE Crediton (formerly Lords Meadow Leisure Centre) has shut its doors following the arrival of travellers in its overflow car park.

8 September 2025 Caravans in Active Crediton car park (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)
Caravans in Active Crediton overflow car park (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)

“We’ve made the decision to close Active Crediton today following the arrival of a number of travellers at the site,” a spokesperson for Active Mid Devon (formerly Mid Devon Leisure) said.

“This is to ensure the safety of our staff and customers. Thank you for understanding.”

8 September 2025 Active Crediton, formerly known as Lords Meadow Leisure Centre (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)
Active Crediton has been temporarily closed (Will Goddard, Crediton Courier)

At the time of writing, there were at least half a dozen caravans in the overflow car park.

The leisure centre closed temporarily on several occasions last year due to issues with travellers.

More recently, Active Cullompton was shut in July following the arrival of a large number of travellers in a nearby field.

Further updates as we have them.