Wiltshire Council to Decide Parking Fees Tomorrow!

I remember when I was a lot younger, The Shires had no parking charges. It's almost a cry for help from the council by putting the charges up so high. We're in a recession after all. Naomi.

If you live in/near Chippenham you'll be spending more on fuel alone driving to Trowbridge and back than you would on parking in Chippenham, plus add in the time factor. Plus, the town centre is within walking/cycling distance for most people, plus local buses are frequent. The return bus fare on Stagecoach service 55 (Swindon - Chippenham every 20 minutes) from Stanley Lane to the rail station is £2.40 which is cheaper than 3 hours parking at Borough Parade. Alternatively walk in/bus back and it will cost less than 2 hours parking, plus you get some exercise. The London Rd has stagecoach every 20 minutes, First every 30 minutes, and APL Travel every hour. Faresaver also provide regular town services.

Wiltshire Council Car Parks:
http://tinyurl.com/c79bkpc

Chippenham bus map:
http://tinyurl.com/bm95tkx

Stagecoach:
http://tinyurl.com/cnzuvkq

First:
http://tinyurl.com/d49l6ya

Faresaver:
http://tinyurl.com/c6eyukd

Ever since the new car parking charges came into force in Chippenham I no longer visit. They need to be reduced before it turns into a ghost town! Thankfully Trowbridge still has the free multistory and the private shires carpark.