Restrictions on coastal motorhome parking in North Yorkshire are set to begin.

An 18-month trial has been launched at three locations by North Yorkshire Council. The move was first announced in August this year.

The council said the restrictions come in response to significant numbers of motorhomes congregating in tourist hotspots, which they believe affects their appearance and provokes fears around public safety.

Starting this week (November 26), the restrictions at three locations will last between 11pm to 7am.

They have been introduced on the A174 Sandsend to Raithwaite, three miles north of Whitby, and on Royal Albert Drive in Scarborough’s North Bay.

The third location is Osgodby Hill and Filey Road in Cayton Bay, three miles south of Scarborough.

North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for highways and transport, Cllr Keane Duncan, said: "We welcome motorhomes to North Yorkshire’s coast. However, we do need to take action to manage this due to the sheer volume of motorhomes now congregating in hotspot locations.

"The restrictions that are now in force are in response to an unprecedented level of complaints to the council and police. They also follow concerns for safety raised by the fire service.

"However, I would like to emphasise that this is a trial, and we are seeking views from local people as well as visitors to help inform a decision on whether to make the restrictions permanent.

"We will also consider whether the restrictions need to be extended to other locations where concerns have also been raised."

The council added that they are aware that the temporary measure could lead to motorhome owners parking on other unrestricted streets. Saying that if the restrictions are made permanent, other locations will be considered.