Parking in Bridgwater

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Bridgwater is located in Somerset, England. Before the river silted up, the town was known as a busy port town. These days, it retains its old quays, canal link to Taunton, and its reputation for industrial enterprise. The town lies along both sides of the River Parrett.  

The Sedgemoor District Council provides a range of pay and display car parks:

• Eastover & St. John St. Shoppers (68 Spaces)
• Mount Street (East) (216 Spaces)
• Mount Street (West) (93 Spaces)
• Northgate (162 spaces)
• Eastover Short Stay (19 Spaces)
• Market Street (29 Spaces)
• Dampiet Street (49 Spaces)
• Blake (66 Spaces)
• Eastover Park (26 Spaces)

Parking charges start at 70p an hour. Customers have the option to pay parking charges by using the cashless parking system.

The majority of long-stay car parks in the area offer season tickets for £720 (annual) and £200 (quarterly). 

For more information visit: Bridgwater Car Park Locations and Charges

On-street parking

Somerset County Council manages parking on the streets throughout the county and enforces on-street parking regulations. 

Resident season tickets are available for residents who live within walking distance of a long stay car park. They can be purchased for £360 (annual tickets) or £100 (quarterly ticket).

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Parking is free on Sundays and bank holidays across Bridgwater council-run car parks: Eastover & St. John St Shoppers, Mount Street (East & West), Northgate, Coach Station (Coach Travellers), Eastover Short Stay, Market Street, and Dampiet Street. 

Mount Street (South) and Queen Street feature allocated season ticket parking only. Eastover Park has 24/7 free parking. Blake has season ticket parking only, 9am-6pm, Monday to Saturday.

By Train: Bridgwater Railway Station services Bridgwater. It is on the Bristol to Taunton Line, operated by Great Western Railway.

Free parking is provided for those displaying a blue badge and designated disabled parking bays are provided in all pay and display car parks. 

To see a map with all disabled bays close to Bridgwater, visit the Blue Badge Parking website.

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What are some places to visit in Bridgwater?

The Blake Museum, Bridgwater Arts Centre, and the Bridgwater-Taunton Canal are great places to visit while in Bridgwater. 

Is the Bridgwater-Taunton Canal still used for commercial purposes?

The Bridgwater-Taunton Canal is no longer used for commercial purposes, instead, it now functions as a place for recreational boating and walks along its banks.

What event is Bridgwater known for?

Bridgwater is known for the illuminated Guy Fawkes Carnival, which draws thousands of spectators every year.