Park Smart for Over 65s

Did you know Stratford-on-Avon District Council offers a number of parking concessions for over 65s?

If you are:

• 65 years old or over,
• resident in Stratford-on-Avon District, and
• the owner of a vehicle

You are entitled to apply for an Over 65s Parking Pass which will enable you to park for free in the Recreation Ground and Swans Nest Lane Car Parks in Stratford-upon-Avon, subject to available spaces.

Also as from 1 October to 31 March each year, Over 65s parking passes are also eligible to park for a restricted period of up to 4 hours maximum in the Windsor Street Car Park.

Cllr Mike Brain, Technical Services Portfolio says: “The District Council is always looking at ways of making parking in Stratford-upon-Avon more affordable, with 1 hour free parking at Bridgeway Multi Storey, an evening rate of £2 from 4pm and the Stratford Card.  But there are even further benefits for Over 65s with free parking at the Recreation Ground and Swan's Nest Lane car parks and during the winter months this offer is extended to four hours free parking at Windsor Street car park."

To apply for an Over 65s Parking Pass, you will need to apply in person, bringing with you, your valid driving licence and provide proof that you are the registered keeper or main driver of the vehicle (for example vehicle registration document or valid insurance documents confirming the applicants name and address at the property to which the permit relates) to the District Council offices in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The over 65s permits are subject to a £10 administration charge. However, if you are in receipt of Pension Credit Guaranteed the charge will be waived. Proof of receipt of your benefit will be required.

For further information please contact the Parking Services Team on 01789 260691 or by email at parking@stratford-dc.gov.uk