ABOUT 20 travellers moved onto Upton Recreation Ground, Upton, Poole, on Sunday evening.

Neighbours told the Daily Echo the travellers moved onto the site around 9pm.

The Echo understands the land is owned by Lytchett Minster & Upton Town Council.

One resident, who asked not to be named, said: "It is worrying, we just don't know how long they will stay here.

"We had lots of problems of this nature back in the 1970s, but not much since then.

"There are children's swings at the recreation ground, which is very popular with locals."

Another neighbour said: "When I called 101 I was told police had already been informed, but showed absolutely no interest.

"What signs are you giving out to the local community when you show no interest in giving out a supportive attitude to the locals?"