Over 1000 Cornish holiday homes squatted according to latest figures

The craze for squatting holiday homes in Cornwall has increased in popularity in recent months, as over 1000 residences are now in full-time occupation by squatters. The huge upsurge in squatting second homes or holiday homes in Cornwall has brought about peace and stability for local communities, according to local residents.

'We've got ordinary local families, who couldn't afford to buy or rent locally, now living in nice houses - it keeps our village looking lively and tidy,' insisted one Cornish village resident.

As more holiday homes are bought up by speculators, and not even let out, but held onto for financial speculation, squatters of Cornish holiday homes claim it is now possible to live for many years in a holiday home without the owner ever being aware of the occupation.