THERE is some good news concerning Crediton Railway Station car park at Fordton.

A recent image of dumped rubbish in Crediton Railway Station car park. AQ 4283
A recent image of dumped rubbish in Crediton Railway Station car park. AQ 4283 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

In recent weeks Devon County Council has been taking action to tidy up the car park, which has enabled more free parking spaces to become available.

A recent image of a vehicle and contents in the Station car park. AQ 0302
A recent image of a vehicle and contents in the Station car park. AQ 0302 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Recently it became a dumping ground for rubbish as well as semi permanent home for camper vans and vehicles full of rubbish left there.

On occasion, it has also become the venue for people living in mobile homes, caravans and cars.

One of the vehicles, filled with rubbish, which has not moved at the Station car park for many months. AQ 0301
One of the vehicles, filled with rubbish, which has not moved at the Station car park for many months. AQ 0301 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
A recent image of dumped rubbish in Crediton Railway Station car park. AQ 4286
A recent image of dumped rubbish in Crediton Railway Station car park. AQ 4286 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Many have complained at the lack of toilet facilities at the car park has resulted in environmental issues.

While there is some litter and overgrown areas, it is good news that action has been taken.

Crediton Railway Station. AQ 7641
Crediton Railway Station, the car park out of view is to the right. AQ 7641 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)