People warned not to trespass at Oldway or other sites across bay

POLICE in Paignton have put out a warning to so-called urban explorers to keep clear of historic Oldway Mansion.

- by GUY HENDERSON

They say the behaviour of the intruders is nothing more than vandalism and is highly dangerous.

The building is currently shrouded in scaffolding and sealed off with fences as Torbay Council begins a multi-million-pound programme to repair and renovate it.

But groups of people have been evading security to get inside the Victorian building that was once the home of the powerful Singer family.

Videos of their exploits have been posted on social media channels, joining a recent wave of similar videos shot in abandoned buildings around Devon. Empty hotels and tourist attractions have also featured in the video clips.

The Oldway intrusions have prompted some local councillors to call for security around the site to be increased.