Brinnington Park Trampoline Fire Linked to Anti-Social Behaviour, Stockport 2026

Key Points

• Appeals have been made to Greater Manchester Police following an incident in which a trampoline has been burned down at Brinnington Park, Stockport.
• The police have estimated that the cost of repairs of the trampoline would be around £3,000.
• Incidents involving eggs being thrown at moving vehicles by youngsters have also been reported by the police in the area.
• “Persistent problems of anti-social behavior have been reported,” the police said.
• Individuals who have any information should make contact with PC Piggott at 10703@gmp.police.uk, quoting 3130 on 18 October 2026.
• The appeals have been reported by the Manchester Evening News on 20 October 2026.

What happened at Brinnington Park?

Stockport ( Manchester Mirror) October 20, 2026 — Greater Manchester Police have launched an appeal after a trampoline at Brinnington Park was set on fire, causing an estimated £3,000 worth of damage, while officers also respond to reports of eggs and stones being thrown at passing vehicles.

As reported by the Manchester Evening News, police said they have been addressing complaints about “persistent problems” at Brinnington Park. The force said one of the most serious incidents involved a trampoline being deliberately set alight within the park.

Greater Manchester Police said the estimated cost to repair the damaged trampoline is around £3,000. The force did not name any suspects and has not confirmed whether anyone has been arrested in connection with the fire.

Why have police issued an appeal?

Police issued the appeal to identify anyone responsible for the trampoline fire and to gather information about wider anti-social behaviour around Brinnington Park.

In a social media update, a Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “#APPEAL | We are seeking information regarding the incident of a trampoline being ignited in #Brinnington Park, which has resulted in an estimated repair cost of £3,000.”

The spokesperson added that there were “continuing concerns about anti-social behaviour in the locality, with reports of youths throwing stones and eggs at moving cars.”

The Manchester Evening News reported that police are asking anyone with information about either the fire or other incidents to come forward.

What did Greater Manchester Police say?

Greater Manchester Police asked witnesses or anyone with relevant information to contact PC Piggott by email at 10703@gmp.police.uk.

The force said people should reference log 3130 from 18 October 2026 when making contact.

In its public appeal, GMP said: “If you have any details about these matters, please get in touch with PC Piggott at 10703@gmp.police.uk, referencing log 3130 from 18/10/2026.”

The police statement did not provide further details about when the fire happened, whether CCTV footage has been recovered, or whether the incident is being treated as arson.

Are eggs and stones being thrown at cars?

Yes. Greater Manchester Police said there have been reports of young people throwing eggs and stones at vehicles travelling through the area near Brinnington Park.

The force described the reports as part of continuing concerns about anti-social behaviour in the locality. It did not say whether any vehicles were damaged, whether anyone was injured, or how many incidents had been reported.

The Manchester Evening News reported that the allegations involve “young individuals hurling eggs and stones at vehicles passing through the vicinity”.

Has Brinnington faced anti-social behaviour before?

Brinnington has previously been the focus of police action over anti-social behaviour. In June 2023, Greater Manchester Police introduced a dispersal order across Brinnington after receiving numerous calls about incidents in the area.

At that time, Inspector John Picton, of GMP’s Stockport Central Neighbourhood Policing Team, said members of the public had reported youths firing gel pellets at pedestrians and vehicles. He said one vehicle sustained damage to its windows and that officers responded immediately, with CCTV enquiries ongoing.

The dispersal order allowed police to direct a person committing, or likely to commit, anti-social behaviour to leave the area for up to 48 hours.

More recently, during Bonfire Night in 2025, GMP said officers were called to reports of bonfires in Brinnington, including incidents involving gas canisters being thrown onto fires.

What is known about Brinnington Park?

Brinnington Park is a public park in the Brinnington area of Stockport, Greater Manchester. The area has previously been discussed in local reporting about community concerns around anti-social behaviour.

In a 2024 report by the Manchester Evening News and Local Democracy Reporting Service, residents raised concerns about anti-social behaviour in Brinnington. One resident told the LDRS that problems with crime were persisting and described concerns about young people causing damage in the area.

A GMP spokesperson said at the time: “We remain committed to supporting and keeping Stockport a safe place to live, work, educate and socialise.”

Stockport Homes has also previously said that its neighbourhood action plans for Brinnington identify verbal harassment, noise cases and drug-related issues among the main forms of anti-social behaviour, and that it meets weekly with GMP to share information and support enforcement and outreach work.

What happens next in the police investigation?

Greater Manchester Police are asking members of the public to provide information about the trampoline fire and the reported incidents involving vehicles.

The force has not announced any arrests, charges or suspects. It has also not confirmed whether the fire is being investigated as a specific criminal offence, although deliberate fire-setting can be investigated as arson depending on the circumstances and evidence.

Residents with information have been directed to contact PC Piggott directly by email and to quote the incident log number provided by GMP.

Background of the development

Brinnington is a neighbourhood in Stockport that has experienced repeated police attention linked to anti-social behaviour. In 2023, GMP introduced a borough-wide dispersal order for Brinnington after reports of youths firing gel pellets at pedestrians and vehicles, with one vehicle reportedly suffering window damage.

Local reporting has also highlighted longer-term community concerns. In 2024, residents told the LDRS that they felt anti-social behaviour was a regular issue, while GMP said it remained committed to keeping Stockport safe and pointed to work with local partners.

The latest incident at Brinnington Park adds to those concerns. Police have not released details about the ownership of the trampoline, the exact time of the fire, or whether the damage was captured on CCTV.

Prediction: How this may affect Brinnington residents

The reported fire and vehicle-related incidents may increase concern among Brinnington residents who use Brinnington Park, particularly families, dog walkers and people travelling through nearby roads.

If further reports emerge, residents may expect a stronger police presence around the park and nearby streets, as has happened in Brinnington during previous anti-social behaviour incidents. In 2023, GMP responded to repeated calls in the area with CCTV enquiries and high-visibility patrols, alongside a dispersal order.

For local drivers and pedestrians, the reports of eggs and stones being thrown at moving cars may lead to greater caution when passing the park, particularly during evenings or periods when groups of young people are present. The police appeal also means residents who witnessed the fire, hold mobile phone footage, or know who was involved may be asked to provide statements or evidence.

For the wider community, the development could renew discussion about park safety, youth provision and co-ordinated action between police, Stockport Council, housing providers and local organisations. Previous local reporting has noted that community forums and partnerships have been used in Brinnington to allow residents to raise concerns and work with police on local problems.