Newtown Linford Car Park (LE6 0HB) 

The car park is managed via ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition). Upon arrival, simply drive up to the entry barrier, where your vehicle’s registration will be automatically detected, allowing the barrier to lift and grant you access. After entering, you can park and enjoy your walk.

Before leaving, head to the pay stations located between the black wrought iron gates and the blue badge bays. Enter your vehicle registration, then pay for the duration of your stay. The pay stations accept both cash and card, including notes and offering change. Once payment is made, you can exit through the exit barrier.

For motorbikes, please use the side entrance and exit near the barriers. A parking donation can be made at the donation box located by the wooden pedestrian gate to the park.

Note: For a quicker and more convenient exit, the car park also accepts contactless payment at the exit barrier.

Please note that Blue Badge holders are not exempt from parking charges and must pay to park in all of our car parks. Designated Blue Badge bays are available near the park entrance at the Newtown Linford car park.

Hallgates Car Park (LE7 7HQ)

This is a pay & display car park with two payment machines. The first machine accepts coins only (no change given). The second machine, located next to the toilet block, accepts both coins and cards. Alternatively, you can pay for parking using the Pay by Phone app—details are provided below.

• For motorbikes, please pay for parking and carry your ticket with you if you’re unable to display it on your vehicle.
• A valid pay & display ticket purchased from the Hallgates car park machines is also accepted at Hunt's Hill and Swithland Wood North & South car parks.
• Please note that Blue Badge holders are not exempt from parking charges and must pay to park in all of our car parks.

Hunt's Hill Car Park (LE6 0AH) 

This is a pay & display car park with three machines, 2 machines now take CARD & coins (no change given), and 1 machine that accept coins only (no change given). You can also pay for parking using the PayByPhone app—details are provided below.

• For motorbikes, please pay for parking and carry your ticket with you if you’re unable to display it on your vehicle.
• A valid pay & display ticket purchased from the Hunt's Hill car park machines is also accepted at the Hallgates and Swithland Wood North & South car parks.
• Please note that Blue Badge holders are not exempt from parking charges and must pay to park in all of our car parks. Designated Blue Badge bays are available near the park entrance at the Hallgates car park.

Swithland Wood North (LE12 8SS)
Swithland South Car Park (LE12 8TN)

This is a pay & display car park with one machine which accepts coins only (no change given). You can also pay for parking using the Pay by phone app—details are provided below.

• For motorbikes, please pay for parking and carry your ticket with you if you’re unable to display it on your vehicle.
• Please note that Blue Badge holders are not exempt from parking charges and must pay to park in all of our car parks.

Coach Parking Information

• Coach parking is available at our Newtown Linford and Hunt's Hill car parks.

• Booking is required via the Estate Office at 📞 0116 236 2713.

• ❌ No coach parking is available at Hallgates or Swithland Woods due to restricted access.
  
  

Bradgate Park Parking Tariff (from 1 April 2025):

Car parking is charged in all of our car parks, with different charges between the park and woods.  For those visitors who wish to stay for a shorter period and at quieter times of the day, the Trust has a 3-hour parking rate and an early bird (exit prior to 9am) at our Bradgate Park car parks.

Type of ticket	Newtown Linford, Hallgates and Hunt's Hill	Swithland Wood
Weekday tariff  Monday-Friday (Excluding bank holidays) car/van/motorcycle
Early Bird (up to 9 am)	£1.00	£1.00
Up to 3 hours	£4.00	N/A
Full day	£5.00	£2.00
Weekend and Bank Holiday tariff
Early Bird (up to 9am)	£2.00	N/A
Up to 3 hours	£5.00	N/A
Full day	£6.00	£3.00
Mini-buses/Horse boxes/Large vans/Motor home 7 days a week	£8.00	£8.00

How to Display Your Pay & Display Ticket Correctly

If you purchase a Pay & Display ticket at our Hallgates, Hunts Hill, or Swithland Wood car parks, please ensure it is displayed face up on your windscreen. The registration number, date, and time must be clearly visible through the glass.

Before leaving your vehicle, double-check that your ticket is properly displayed and has not shifted or flipped.

🚨 Important: The Trust works with an external enforcement company. Failure to display your ticket correctly or failure to pay may result in a fine. Please ensure your ticket remains visible and contains the correct details. Our machines provide clear instructions for entering your information.

PayByPhone: A Convenient Way to Pay for Parking

PayByPhone offers a quick and hassle-free alternative to traditional Pay & Display machines, allowing you to pay for parking directly from your mobile phone.

Where is it available?

The service is available at:
✅ Bradgate Park: Hunt's Hill & Hallgates car parks
✅ Swithland Wood: Both car parks

Each location has a unique Location Number, which you’ll need when making a payment.

Why Use PayByPhone?

✔ No need for loose change – Pay straight from your phone
✔ No need to search for a Pay & Display machine
✔ No need to display a ticket in your vehicle
✔ Convenient & flexible – Extend your parking session remotely
✔ Stay informed – Receive text reminders before your time runs out
✔ Encourages social distancing – A safer, contact-free way to pay

How to Pay

📱 Download the PayByPhone app from your app store 
💻 Register online and pay via your mobile phone
📞 Call 0116 228 2971 or Text 65565 to pay

For more details, including tutorial videos on how to use the app, visit:
🌍 www.paybyphone.co.uk/Tutorials

PayByPhone also provides a self-service support centre for assistance:
🌍 www.paybyphone.co.uk/help

🚨 Important Note: On busy days, purchasing a ticket via PayByPhone before arrival does not guarantee a parking space. Please check availability before heading to our car parks.

For more information:
🌍 www.paybyphone.co.uk/BradgatePark

Parking Permits 

If you’re a frequent visitor, consider purchasing an annual parking permit for car parking. It covers all five sites on the Bradgate Park Trust Estate and offers significant savings.

🎟 Purchase or renew your annual parking permit online:
🔗 www.bradgatepark.org/car-park-season-tickets

Parking Enforcement & Penalties 

To ensure fair use of our car parks, a fixed penalty ticket policy is in place at all Pay & Display locations.

🚨 Penalties apply for:
❌ Unauthorised parking
❌ Displaying an invalid or expired ticket or parking permit
❌Incorrectly displayed ticket

Enforcement is managed by Spring Parking Limited, a British Parking Association Approved Operator. Parking regulations and penalty details are displayed in all Pay & Display car parks.

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