To support local Christmas programmes and to enhance trade in the market towns of Mid Devon, 24 hour free parking will be available in the Councils long-stay car parks in the run up to Christmas.

As agreed by the Council's Cabinet on Thursday, 17th October, parking will be available as in previous years on the following Saturday’s as follows:

Crediton – St Saviour’s Way Car Park
Saturday 23 November (Christmas light switch-on)
Saturday 7 December
Saturday 14 December
Saturday 21 December

Cullompton – Station Road Car Park
Saturday 30 November (Christmas light switch-on)
Saturday 7 December
Saturday 14 December
Saturday 21 December

Tiverton – Multi-Storey Car Park
Saturday 30 November (Christmas light switch-on)
Saturday 7 December
Saturday 14 December
Saturday 21 December

Normal parking charges apply at the above car parks on all other days of the year.

Alex White, Cabinet Member for Finance said:

“We’re pleased to offer free parking for each of our towns in the build up to Christmas again this year. It’s great news for shoppers and local businesses alike and provides a great local shopping experience for all who come to visit Mid Devon.”