'Disgusting!' People use Doncaster park as toilet as cubicles stay shut during lockdown

There have been numerous reports of people relieving themselves in Sandall Park following the easing of coronavirus lockdown restrictions.

In recent days, Doncaster Council workers have reportedly removed human faeces from the park because the park’s toilet block remains closed.

Sandra Crabtee, chairman of park volunteer group the Friends of Sandall Park said: “The park is back to being packed now and people are using the park as a toilet.

“It's disgusting.

“We keep getting enquiries about the toilets and when will they open.

“This is not our decision, Doncaster Council's. We know there's a problem with people spending more and more time outdoors and the need for toilets but we don't have the answer.”

Mrs Crabtree has also hit out at litter louts and dog walkers who have been letting their animals off the lead following an increase in visitor numbers.

She said: “One of the anglers has had to clear up the mess left behind when a dog attacked and killed a gosling.

“This is just not on. Not nice for children to witness; not nice for the geese parents to witness and definitely not nice for the gosling that was attacked and killed.

“Keep dogs on leads near the lakes and near any wildfowl.”

People wanting to contact Doncaster Council regarding the re-opening of the toilets can call 01302 736000 or email [email protected].