Travellers at Fleming Park earlier this year (Image: Matt Davey)
A popular paddling pool has been closed after travellers set up camp at a park.
The group arrived at Fleming Park in Eastleigh on Tuesday, according to the council.
Several caravans have been spotted at the unauthorised encampment.
The park's paddling pool has been shut as a safety precaution.
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Council officers are liaising with the police and have visited the park to request that the encampment vacates the site.
A spokesperson from Eastleigh Borough Council said: "The caravans and other vehicles arrived yesterday.
"We are continuing to monitor the situation. The paddling pool has been closed as a safety precaution."
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