Removal of No Motorhome Signs

Comments

#1

A small minority of people wish to evacuate campers and motorhomes from the Foreland. For generations they have parked here and came back year after year and contributed to the village economy. Leave them be and concentrate or more important issues like the state of our roads etc

Kim Mawer (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#4

I grew up in this village, for as long as I can remember I’ve seen any type of vehicle on the grass(camper vans, cars, motorcycles, etc) enjoying the lovely view. Seeing what a true village life is like. This is a village like no other.

Heather Lyle (Crosshill, 2022-08-15)

#5

I strongly disagree with the signs. Having parked my caravan on the grass at the Foreland I encountered firsthand abuse from a resident who for some reason felt they owned the view in front of their house. We should be encouraging tourism and the economic benefits it brings to the village not discouraging it!!!

Jill Dunlop (Colmonell, 2022-08-15)

#6

I don't agree with the decision taken by sacs

Andrew Mawer (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#7

It’s not right, waste of tax payers money, people have been camping here since before most of us were born and they do no harm! They bring tourists to our small village!

Sarah Fearns (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#8

Disagree! All tourists should be welcome it’s the way it’s always been and should be!

Kelleigh Mawer (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#9

I strongly disagree with these signs being put up and the fact that it will discourage tourists to the village. Seems very underhand and the minority do not speak for me

Maureen McIlwraith (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#10

What a waste of tax payers money, I am in my 70’s and for as long as I can remember, we have welcomed campers to the village! They return year after year and these small minded people who want them gone need to take a long hard look at themselves! Do they themselves not go on holiday?

Robert McIlwraith (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#11

Why do 2 residents have the right to dictate who can and cannot park on the grass when everyone else in the village are for them staying there

Mary Mcilwraith (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#12

I’m signing because for over 25 years I have been coming to visit and lived in Ballantrae for
15 yrs and motorhomes are part of the makeUp of the village and bring much needed revenue as well

Natalie Hibbins (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#13

I think the signs are out of order people in motorhomes and campers are doing no harm they spend money and are self sufficient and I walk there every day and never see any rubbish.

Hayley Richardson (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#14

I'm signing this petition to support the people of Ballantrae. Motor homes and tourists boost small communities with the money the spend in local shops etc.

Donna White (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#15

I'm signing to have the no motorhome sign removed from the forelanf

Francis Malone (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#16

I am a camper and have been coming to ballantrae for past 2 years met many local friends even the councillor we love your place for kayaking we leave no mess and are always thoughtful for others

Andrew Logan (Ayr, 2022-08-15)

#18

Campers/ motorhomes have historically used this park up.

Doug Sim (East Ayrshire, 2022-08-15)

#19

As someone who was actually born on the Foreland 54 years ago and attended the local school and brought up my family here, campervans have been coming to this village and camping at the Foreland as far back as I remember. Any negative issues we have had in all these decades you could count on one hand. The people in these vans have become an important part of the.local economy, spending money in our local shop, charity shop, pub, garden centre and buy lobsters from the local fisherman. Many have been coming for years and have made strong bonds and friends in the community. In these times after the pandemic when all the businesses above have struggled financially, it is ludicrous for South Ayrshire Council to erect signs without public consultation and actually useless as they don't cover the grassed area where the campers actually camp (signage does not explain this)and in effect put people off coming into our village and supporting our local economy.

Sharon Robertson (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#20

2 people think they own the grass

Fraser Dunlop (Ayr, 2022-08-15)

#21

Right to roam in Scotland is the law and why people come here
Not to be harassed by a few unhappy people

Elspeth Turnbull (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#22

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Rebecca Agnew (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#23

We’ve been coming to Ballantrae for all our lives and fully support those who visit and cause no trouble or problems to anyone else.

Liz McWhirter (Telford, 2022-08-15)

#24

I own a campervan and love Ballantrae. The locals are very friendly and welcoming. We ensure we use the local amenities to pay back a little for a wee sleepover with a view to die for. Thank you people of Ballantrae ❤️

Janice Logan (Ayr, 2022-08-15)

#25

I visit Ballantrae regularly with my motorhome spending money in the local shops and hostelry etcand think these signs are completely unnecessary.

Fowler James (Glasgow, 2022-08-15)

#26

Ballantrae is a village to be enjoyed by all. Although non resident I have visited for over 50 years and happy to support the local community

Lesley MacSween (Glasgow, 2022-08-15)

#27

There has never been a problem with motorhomes parking on the road at the foreland. The signs are an utter waste of resources. Camper vans and motorhomes have always parked up on the grass and been welcomed by the village for their contribution throughout the years to the community; financially and in friendship.

Wendy williams (Ayr, 2022-08-15)

#28

I have lived in the village for over ten years now. I have understood from when I first visited this village as a vacationer that tourists, holiday vacationers and motor home (small and large) owners have been coming to this village for a long, long time, some of whom are regulars. While living here, I have always found that the people who visit this area are in general friendly, well behaved and always tidy up after themselves. The money that they spend in this area and in particular this village is vitally important and much needed by our small, local businesses, and the majority of the village welcome them. Tourism is an important part of this area's income for many businesses and these sort of signs are not helpful as not only are they pointless, but they also imply tourists are not welcome here as a whole by the village which is not true. It is a very, very small minority that feel that way. The money wasted on these signs could have been spent better elsewhere in the village on other things that would benefit the village as a whole. Since the local council is meant to represent the local community as a whole, this matter should have been discussed openly with the community, and not just decided upon by a few.

Melissa Bailey (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#29

I'm signing this petition because I disagree with the no motor home signs being plastered all over lamposts in our wee village... these residents who have had the signs put up are a disgrace to our village...I've lived here for 44 yrs and grew up on the foreland where there was camper vans and motor homes from the top end to bottom end of foreland and not once was there anything said against it... all residents of ballantrae should've had their say as to agree or disagree... these people font own the village and residents need to stand up and tell them this..tourists bring money to our local shop garage garden centre etc

Christina Boyd (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#30

In this day and age it's the majority not the minority that should be heard, but not asking the village people who have been here since the day dot about what their feelings in this matter are is very unprofessional

Elaine Curtis (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#31

Motor homes bring vital business to small villages also residents who own one should be allowed to park outside their homes. It is ridiculous to impose such a rule without consulting the community as tourism is a vital part of our economy.

Ann Robertson (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#32

It’s ridiculous that signs should be erected on the Foreland in Ballantrae to restrict motor homes and camper vans enjoying our beautiful village and views

Fiona Roper (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#33

I have lived in ballantrae and always remember caravans and motor homes being down the harbour area in the summer . I take my caravan down most years and always receive a warm welcome from the locals .

Barry Robertson (Colmonell, girvan, 2022-08-15)

#34

I am signing this petition to have the no motorhomes sign removed from the foreland at Ballantrae. Tourist's are vital to a small village like Ballantrae and the economy.

Ailsa Bruce (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#36

I am a former resident of Ballantrea and love coming to stay and visit friends and family. I come and visit in my camper van, as it allows me to travel with my dog. I am a sensible and respectful camper and never leave any mess, or cause any bother. I love the village and this is the only way I am able to visit, as I am not in a position to move back at this time. I also give back to the community by visiting the local shop and pub and donation’s to the local charity shop. I think it’s a disgrace what the council are trying to do and will take a lot of business away from such an amazing community.

Lorraine Burns (Clydebank, 2022-08-15)

#37

Because the motor homes have been coming for decades and the help they give to the local economy is much needed and the people coming here leave the place tidy and are very sociable

Billy Galloway (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#38

If there was no camper’s the pub and shop and bricc would struggle to stay open so to me they help our community

Paul McMahon (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#39

I live in this village and for years and years people have been visiting ballantrae with their motorhomes and have never caused any hassle or littered or blocked any roads so don't see why they shouldn't be allowed to stay any more. This village needs tourists or the local businesses will suffer massively.

Miss L rennie (Ballantrae, 2022-08-15)

#40

These signs will prevent tourist stopping, this area needs all the tourist we can get.

Olive Laing (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#41

Why change something that has been happening for years . It's a minority that's complaining while the majority want the motor homes and caravans to continue as they have for many years .

Jane Elder (Ayr, 2022-08-15)

#42

I do not agree with the restrictions on motor homes parking on the Foreland, Ballantrae.

Carol Bell (Girvan, 2022-08-15)

#43

I care

Magdalena Espinosa (Solihull, 2022-08-16)

#44

The signs are absolutely ludicrous! Times are hard enough without driving away tourists!

Lindsey Tyrer (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#45

This is a small community village and tourists help the villager economy and have been doing this for years and never been a bother to anyone

Jamie Deane (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#46

It's good for local businesses, no harm is done

Rachel Sumner (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#47

We need visit6 in our rural areas which support local businesses

Wee Bling (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#48

Ballantrae is a nice welcoming village and putting up these signs is going against this. People should be allowed the freedom to camp where they want to and these villagers are really happy for them to camp in Ballantrae.

Lynne Hyslop (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#49

I believe that the village benifit from the campers. We live locally and have occasionally parked our van in the harbour area for an overnight so we can have a meal and a few drinks in the pub without having to worry about getting home after a drink

Maxine Gillott (Ayrshire, 2022-08-16)

#50

I support the residents right to protest

Peter Francis (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#51

I agree with the sentiments completely and believe that tourism plays an important part in our village’s continued growth and sustainability.

Marti Drummond (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#52

My wife and I enjoy visiting Ballantrae and staying there. Ballantrae is a special place to us because this is where we met. Locals have been welcoming.

Paul Anderson (Galston, 2022-08-16)

#53

If the majority of the residents are happy with overnight parking there is no reason to prohibit it. The village needs income from outside.

Joan Evans (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#54

I think it is wrong to put up these 'no motorhome ' signs. Tourist are here to relax and enjoy our beautiful village and shore, they bring economy, in out shop, garden centre and charity shop. They are quiet and leave no mess when they leave, and it's lovely to have a chat with people from all over the country and beyond.

Harriet Galloway (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#55

I wish to support for campervans to stsy overnight

Susan Royce (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#56

I come to Ballantrae once or twice a year in my motorhome and have friends in the village . It has always been a friendly welcoming village. Please don't let it change

Kenny Brown (Hamilton, 2022-08-16)

#58

I am fortunate to live in this area and I welcome any visitors who wish to stay and enjoy the hospitality, scenery and envelop the experience I take for granted. During lockdown residents in this area could still enjoy the luxury of having this on their doorstep and it made me realise that there were others less fortunate stuck in inner cities. Therefore I think it is unreasonable to put restrictions in place but I do believe that there should be rules to obey regarding littering and responsible behaviour whilst visiting.

Laura Hyslop (Colmonell, 2022-08-16)

#59

I have a campervan, and enjoy the freedom it brings

Lucinda Hopkinson (Edinburgh, 2022-08-16)

#60

Ballantrae people are inclusive friendly and welcoming and would like to remain that way.

Julia Miller (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#61

These motorhomes and campers bring revenue to the village, and have being doing it for years. putting illegal signs up to discourage them is disgraceful and a waste of taxpayers money.

john mac (ayr, 2022-08-16)

#62

My grandfather and grandmother spent many a enjoyable and entertaining day on the shore at ballentray from when they purchased there first moho in 1987 up until there last one in 2010

Sam Millar (Stranraer, 2022-08-16)

#63

I’m signing because I disagree with this restriction. Tourism is important to the local community and in these economically challenging times and following on from covid we should be doing all we can to encourage and welcome visitors to the village - especially if they are choosing to holiday on home ground rather than abroad. My understanding is that these signs were instigated by newcomers to the village. Sadly the same happened with the village clock which after complaints by someone moving next door to it was not allowed to chime after 9pm and now for whatever reason no longer chimes at all (why move next door to it in the first place if you don’t like it?!). Similarly I suspect having achieved these signs the complainers will now be pushing for campers not to be allowed to park at any time - especially as between the hours stated there is very little impact on their view it being dark for the greater part of that time!

Jeanie Maxwell (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#64

Motor homes and campers cause no problem. They bring revenue in to the community

Sharon Kennedy (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#65

I work in forestry. I live in a caravan & I have nowhere to park my caravan when I need some groceries or social interaction with humans outside of my work

Chris Jack (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#66

I have lived in Ballantrae 37yrs & no-one has ever complained happy to have holiday people to boost our businessess.They clean up & never leave any mess & are quiet & they respect our little village.

Elizabeth MC Culloch (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#67

Unenforceable waste of money. Also giving an unfavourable impression of the village.

Alan Bell (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#68

I'm signing because I believe that families should be able to access parking on or near the shore .

Alice MacGillivray (Greenock, 2022-08-16)

#69

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Laura Peacock (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#70

Tourists have been enjoying Ballantrae for decades with no trouble or rubbish left behind

Margaret Vint (Genouillé, 2022-08-16)

#71

Al a motorhome owner I have always found the locals friendly and as the grass is not owned by the council, i will continue to park there unless told otherwise by the landowner.
NO 7 is the best and gives us water when we need it

Mercedes Green (Ayr, 2022-08-16)

#73

I think it is wrong to put up these 'no motorhome ' signs. Tourist are here to relax and enjoy our beautiful village and shore, they bring economy, in out shop, garden centre and charity shop. They are quiet and leave no mess when they leave, and it's lovely to have a chat with people from all over the country and beyond.

Harriet Galloway (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#74

No one owns a view

Scott Butler (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#75

Motorhomes have parked there for aslong as i can remember

Billy Boyd (Dumfries, 2022-08-16)

#76

This is another infringement on our human rights and freedom. Pressure on those who do not have the means to afford paying park ups and is another ridiculous narrow minded beurocratic decision.

Chris Saunders (Poundland, 2022-08-16)

#77

I don’t agree with some people trying to ban this. There harmless and always clear up after themselves.

Rachael Agnew (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#78

I’m a motorhomer and pay plenty of tax…..it’s disgraceful

June Milne (Arran, 2022-08-16)

#80

I myself am a campervan owner and often go to places that have no real parking for us, also as a resident of ballantrae we were never asked for opinions on this. This seems to be a private and personal vendetta of a very few select people who have recently moved to the village and wish to change things that have happened in the village foe many many years because it does not please them.

Debbie CROMIE (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#81

I'm signing because its a joke we should welcome new people to village as they spend money in the small businesses

Bretherton Melanie (Pinwherry, 2022-08-16)

#82

It’s a free country

Martin McGhee (Ayr, 2022-08-16)

#85

No motorhomes means no profit for our wee village

Laura Waugh (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#86

I think it’s madness for this sign to be there, Ballantrae is a beautiful welcoming place

Hazel Wicks (Glasgow, 2022-08-16)

#87

I’m sighing this as I don’t think these sigh’s are right as there is no problem in motor homes or camper vans park in this village.

Beth Whittington (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#88

As a lassie brought up in the village I’m
stunned that council has permitted these no motorists between the hours of 2100-0900. I still have family and friends that relay on holiday maker to the village. A small village with a large need for business to thrive surely long stay visiting to the village is paramount to the continuing holidaymakers financial support to the local community.
Surly a few camper vans parked over night don’t cause that much of damage to the location in question to support the need for these signs.

Sarah-Jane Jeffrey (Derby, 2022-08-16)

#89

Think this is a disgrace people being chased away from the village

Linda Lyle (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#90

Motor homes make small villages

Wilma Dunn (Cumnock, 2022-08-16)

#91

Tourists are important for bringing revenue into the village

Jennifer Climie (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#92

Our small communities need these holiday makers to spend time in our villages, they can enjoy our beautiful scenery & we can benefit from the income they generate into our local economies...Win Win.

Dawn Thomson (Pinwherry, 2022-08-16)

#93

Motorhomes and tourists bring money to our village. A few people shouldn’t get to decide that tourists shouldn’t be allowed to enjoy the beautiful scenery we have.

Debbie McGill (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#94

These signs make our wee village seem unfriendly and unwelcoming.
It seems this should have been a decision made by the village as a whole and not as a minority.
As a small business owner the campers contribute to our household income.

Claire Erskine (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#95

Brings money into the local economy.

fraser skillen (Glasgow, 2022-08-16)

#97

I grew up in the village on the Foreland, tourists should be encouraged and welcomed, to spend their money with our local businesses

June Fletcher (Edinburgh, 2022-08-16)

#99

Im signing because I want to welcome camper vans and caravans to our village. I do not agree with these signs

Nicola Gardiner (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#100

I object to the signs being put up as it will discourage people coming to the village.

David McFarlane (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#101

People have been visiting and parking at the harbour and Foreland since cars were invented ! Ballantrae should be open to all by car or any vehicle !

colin shearer (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#102

Let the villagers have their say on this. Campers have visited these parts for many years without any issues.

Michelle Mitchell (Colmonell, 2022-08-16)

#103

Am in many motorhome groups and love promoting the scenery also how friendly the village people are. Plus the village economy can only grow with tourist trade.

Chris Gray (Southayrshire, 2022-08-16)

#104

Because I was born and brought up in the village and still have family there. People be encouraged to come and stay in this beautiful village and help with its economy.

Anne Russell (Prestwick, 2022-08-16)

#105

I agree with the information provided

Lorraine Irving (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#106

I stay in Ballantrae

Mitchell Wright (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#107

My husband and I enjoy spending time in Ballantrae and eating in the cafe. We met in Ballantrae and love staying there in out van.

Sarah Anderson (Glaston, 2022-08-16)

#108

It is clearly against what the majority of people want.

Derek Gillott (smyrton, 2022-08-16)

#109

I have went there for years both wild camping and also with our vans , this is typical of councils,espicially ayrshire councils take troon for instance barriers everywhere people want to spend there hard earned cash at these places 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👏👍🙏

Stephen docherty (Irvine,ayrshire, 2022-08-16)

#110

I own a camper and spend well when away.

Margaret Weir (Kirkcudbright, 2022-08-16)

#111

I’ve signed because the minority should not ruin the opportunity for motorhomers, we have rights too. Look at Europe how they support and cater for recreation vehicles and the pro-active approach.

Trevor Moody (Scunthorpe, 2022-08-16)

#112

I belong to this wee village born and bred and have made a lot of friends who came camping etc for years and harmed no one why come to a wee village and take over its awful .....CARRY ON CAMPING I say .....

Lynne Drysdale (Stranraer, 2022-08-16)

#113

Visitors are welcome in ballantrae always have been always will be

Gary Voce (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#114

These holidaymakers are bringing income into the village like all villages need!!

Margaret Hutchison (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#115

It's wrong to erect signs stating no motorhomes allowed when they've been allowed for years.

Julie Aspin (Manchester, 2022-08-16)

#116

I see it as a real shame for the genuine wramth and friendliness of the Ballantrae community to be marred by the erection of these signs.

Helen Doolan (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#117

The majority should not be punished for the behaviour of a minority group of people. We bring commerce and cash wherever we stop so please let’s be more tolerant and welcoming like our European neighbours.

Julie Swift (Mirfield, 2022-08-16)

#118

The tourists have been coming all there life’s and been coming since I was a boy brings economic value to the village which is badly needed ,, the hypocrisy of the very few and I mean a few that have requested these signs to be put up is shameful and also at my and every other working person in Ballantrae’s expense ,,, if it’s not resolved then I feel there is very little option than for MP Allan dorrans to bring it up in holyrood as this village booms on the economy it brings

Robert Mcilwraith

Robert Mcilwraith (Girvan, 2022-08-16)

#119

The majority are in agreement that the signs are not wanted or needed. No motor homes are causing any damage or problems and are only beneficial to our community. I also agree, and believe that the views of the majority should be taken in to consideration.

Suzanne Benn (Ballantrae, 2022-08-16)

#120

I disagree with the signs

Teresa MacIntyre (GIRVAN, 2022-08-16)

#121

We stayed there a couple of weeks ago. Three women and 4 young children in a motorhome and a van. We have stayed there many times before and were approached by a man who said he was respesenting his neighbours. He said it was private land and the owner was not happy about people parking there and that our insurance would be void. He spoke to us in front of our young children who were then worried about staying there. I listened politely and said we would move later so he was happy and went away with out a fuss. I reassured my children it was fine to stay after he had gone and we stayed the night and had a great time along with the other 4 motorhomes! Please remove these signs and hopefully this individual has not intimidated other people into moving!

Rachael Warner (Pinmore, 2022-08-16)

#122

I’m signing as we need to do everything to support local businesses and bring tourism into the area. Just look at how the motorhome parking has boosted tourism in Girvan.

Ruth smith (Dalrymple, 2022-08-16)

#123

Money making

Pauline Mckenna (Edinburgh, 2022-08-16)

#124

Our freedoms to be present on private land and even public land, that is, land which is managed for the public by organisations which should have the public interest as the primary concern, are being eroded at an unprecedented rate. The public should have the ability to make use of commons and land owned or managed by public organisations, freely and unfettered.

Alastair Cook (Durham, 2022-08-16)

#125

I am a responsible motor home owner.

Maureen Kelly (Dumfries, 2022-08-16)

#126

I live here and vans don't bother anyone

George Lees (Ballantre, 2022-08-16)

#127

The village has always welcomed tourists, whether on day trips or weekends, and now to be unable to welcome them in the correct manner is unbelievable.

Anne Melville (Ballantrae, 2022-08-17)

#128

I own a motorhome

Earl Smith (Thornhill, 2022-08-17)

#130

I don't agree with what the signs represent this is not what the village wants we like to see people in the campervans enjoying our beautiful coast line.what a waste of public money

Maureen Capper (Girvan, 2022-08-17)

#131

I visit Ballantrae very often. We usually stay at a cottage or the castle. However after many years of seeing and watching the Motor homes, meeting the owners of them and the owners making sure the area is back the way it was when they arrived. It is refreshing to see anyone enjoying this Village however they may choose to stay there.In addition it is a much needed income for this tiny, amazing Village when they use and appreciate all of the friendly amenities that are available.

Joanne Glendenning (Manchester, 2022-08-17)

#132

They are not doing any harm and will be spending money in the village

Trevor Swallow (Ballantrae, 2022-08-17)

#133

Motorhome owners are as much part of the economy as other tourists.

Mark Costello (Moniaive, 2022-08-17)

#134

I agree with the petition

Hayley Mccrone (Newton Stewart, 2022-08-17)

#135

I was born and raised in ballantrae as far back as I can remember there has always been campervans parked on the grass down the foreland they are tourists and bring money into the local economy compared to those who buy holiday home and visit once or twice and do all there shopping on big supermarkets before arriving and contribute very little to the local economy

Simon Voce (Ayr, 2022-08-17)

#137

We need to bring more tourists.We also need to make them feel welcome when they do come.

Linda Mcginley (Girvan, 2022-08-17)

#138

Tourists are important to the village and the people who live there, my family lived there for generations and still do so, the trouble comes from outsiders who moved there from other places who have money and are mainly NIMBY,s

Hugh Mcilwraith (Bristol, 2022-08-17)

#139

My brother and sister in law live in Ballantrae, have done for many years as does their son and daughter in law with their youngsters. They feel it's wrong that long term Ballantrae residents ( for many generations in my sister in law's case) have had no say on this and I agree

Shaun McGuire (Isle of Whithorn, 2022-08-17)

#141

I'm signing because they are doing no harm and bring custom to the village

Kirsty Boyce (Annan, 2022-08-17)

#143

I don't agree with people who think they own the beach exclusively.

Alan Capper (Ballantrae, 2022-08-17)

#144

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Adele Clark (Girvan, 2022-08-17)

#146

What a waste of funding.. no reason what so ever to stop campervans, being doing it for years with no issues......

Kerrie Mcilwraith (Dalrymple, 2022-08-17)

#147

Because the cants that are trying to stop people parking have no right to do so on a public road. 🙄

David Mcmaster (Dunragit, 2022-08-17)

#150

Visitors (including motor homes) are important to the Ballantrae economy and those who are courteous and respectful towards the village should always be made to feel welcome. These signs convey completely the wrong impression when we are trying to encourage tourists to visit.

Andy McAlpine (Ballantrae, 2022-08-17)

#151

I am signing this because motorhomes have been coming to Ballantrae for many years and we are a wonderful friendly community

Marion Harris (Dumfries, 2022-08-17)

#152

I have a holiday home in Ballantrae and the area has always encouraged tourism.

Louise Dunlop (South Ayrshire, 2022-08-17)

#153

It’s terrible these people trying to force the caravans out when they spend money in the local shops etc they make the place so much more interesting when you speak with them

Chloe Mcilwraith (Girvan, 2022-08-17)

#154

People work hard for there campers and motorhomes they are taxed insured should be able to park them outside there homes and on any street

Audrey Paterson (Dumfries, 2022-08-17)

#155

Since when did the minority overrule the majority? Camper vans have visited our area for years, with most returning year after year, because of the friendly, warm welcome they receive. They support our local businesses, enjoy our spectacular scenery and everything else in between………..this is how we repay them?? Sad!

Janet Falls (Ayrshire, 2022-08-17)

#156

As a local man it is extremely disheartening to see a “few people” trying to change a long standing tradition of campers coming to the village and parking on the Foreland! They return year after year, adding to the local economy. Perhaps these people and the council should concentrate on real issues affecting the village, ie roads, litter, showers for campers and encourage even more tourism!

Robert McIlwraith (Girvan, 2022-08-17)

#157

I stayed there for z night or two

James Watson (PAISLEY, 2022-08-17)

#158

Ballentrae is a beautiful seaside village, people come for holidays and keep returning too. The motorhomes and caravans have been allowed for year's, so why change now. They help the villages economy, by spending there money in the local shops, the garden Centre and the public house. Let them come and stay. Thanks Nads

Nads Scott (Colmonell, 2022-08-17)

#159

We need to stop the erection of barriers to our freedom...

Yetton Pedro (Troon, 2022-08-17)

#160

Its wrong that the new-comers to the village should be putting these signs up when the folk who were born and bread in the village want and welcome campervans and tourists to stay!

Marie Thomson (Stranraer, 2022-08-17)

#161

I think it's shocking that people can move in to our village and dictate what us villagers have to do the camers have been coming for years without any issues

Frank Mcilwraith (Ballantrae, 2022-08-18)

#162

I used to live there in the village and is a great wee spot to stop visitors should be welcome.

Raymond Miller (Dalbeattie, 2022-08-18)

#165

I am Ballantrae born and bred. I have lived here for 70 years and have never known anyone to have a problem with people camping or parking motorhomes/caravans on the grass along the sea front. Are we to submit to the couple of property owners wishes to deprive people of the chance to appreciate what we have . I have had many lovely chats with campers and they do use the pub/shops etc. Time to act in the defense of the majority of residents and not pamper to the the disgruntled few !

Sylvia Mcculloch (Ballantrae, 2022-08-18)

#167

Ballantrae is a small caring community who welcome everyone

Margaret Hutchison (Girvan, 2022-08-18)

#168

Good facility in good location plus puts money into the local economy

Rob Newsham (Girvan, 2022-08-18)

#169

Got a lot of good friends who live in Ballantrae and they don’t want these signs or this restriction on who can or cannot park in the heart of their village. I’m showing my support to them!

Donald McHarrie (Stranraer, 2022-08-18)

#170

The village needs and wants people to enjoy their experience of this small fishing village.

Helen Crosbie (Dumfries, 2022-08-18)

#171

We need the tourists

Susan Thompson (Girvan, 2022-08-18)

#172

For the signs to be removed and to welcome the tourist X

Helen Hamilton (MUSSELBURGH, 2022-08-18)

#174

It’s disgusting that a small minority have been pandered to and changing something that has been accepted by villagers for generations.

Tommy Nisbet (Ballantrae, 2022-08-18)

#175

Ballantrae born and breed.39years old. Campers have always come here for as far back as I can remember and parked up on the grass at both ends of foreland. Tourism has always helped support our local economy. They should be allowed to continue there support towards it. If only we had an ice cream shop like the one we lost few years back. As a Community we should be looking at ways to encourage campers and Tourism into Ballantrae not scaring them away.

Sean Mcilwraith (Ballantrae, 2022-08-18)

#176

This is wrong, we are corralled more and more.

Rik Alder (Laughton, 2022-08-18)

#177

Why should a minority dictate what happens in our wee village.. I was born and bred here and welcome tourists. 🌸

Earle Karen (Girvan, 2022-08-18)

#178

They don’t cause any harm in the location that they park, natives have always welcomed happy campers..

Callan Sloan (Ayr, 2022-08-18)

#179

I object to the presence of these signs

Andrew Sinclair (Cumbernauld, 2022-08-18)

#180

I see no need for change. Tourism is essential to the economy of this small village. Most van drivers are courteous and considerate of their environment.

Marie LeQuelenec (Ballantrae, 2022-08-19)

#181

My family are ballantrae people I've lived and worked there and always such a great welcoming experience. These signs are not welcoming and the majority of the community don't want them. So get rid of them and keep the warm and friendly atmosphere to all visitors to the village.

Robert Mcilwraith (Girvan, 2022-08-19)

#183

People should have the right to roam this beautiful land

Kevin Allison (Stranraer, 2022-08-19)

#184

They're doing no harm,and leave the foreland clean and tidy.

Shona Muir (Ballantrae, 2022-08-19)

#185

I lived in Ballantrae for 15 years and also have life long connections with the village as my granny was from Ballantrae. I remember the camper vans and visitors being on the Foreland from 50 years ago. I think this should be allowed to continue as they bring revenue to the village. The signs give a very negative impression of a very welcoming village, and I think these should not be allowed to stay when the vast majority of the village population oppose them.

Lynn Young (Colmonell, 2022-08-19)

#186

As a past resident of Ballantrae, I feel strongly about this these people do not detract from the beautiful village they add to it and help the local economy

Linden Hunt (Gwynedd, 2022-08-19)

#187

This lovely village welcomes visitors and needs passing trade.

Helen Gray (Clydebank, 2022-08-19)

#188

People are always welcome to visit our beautiful West Coast.

Brown Lisa (Girvan, 2022-08-19)

#189

People have parked and enjoyed the village there for years!

John Owens (Glasgow, 2022-08-19)

#190

Visitors should be encouraged to stop in Ballantrae, not turned away.

Justin Birch (Ballantrae, 2022-08-19)

#191

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Laura Galloway (Ayrshire, 2022-08-19)

#192

Visitors to Ballantrae should be made welcome

Kim McIlwraith (Ballantrae, 2022-08-19)

#193

I feel they have the right to be there also it’s good for the village as they will then spend money

Morag Henry (Hamilton, 2022-08-19)

#194

I am signing as a resident of Ballantrae we welcome tourists into the village.

Rachel Melville (Girvan, 2022-08-19)

#197

I believe

Colleen Drew (Petersham, 2022-08-19)

#199

Everyone has the right to enjoy beautiful scenery

Teresa Black (Irvine, 2022-08-19)

#200

As a frequent user of late night ferries its really nice to park up there for a few hours before or after using ferry call in at the pub have a meal or buy bread milk etc for the onward journey

Ray Mitchell (Downpatrick, 2022-08-20)