Parking for the disabled

The Blue Badge scheme provides a range of parking concessions for people with severe mobility problems who have difficulty using public transport.

Information on the Blue Badge Scheme

The scheme operates throughout the UK. The badge enables holders to park close to where they need to go.

Please visit our blue badge scheme page using the link below for the latest information on Blue Badges, including who can apply, how to apply, the renewal process, reporting lost or stolen badges and reporting the misuse of a badge:

Blue Badge Scheme

For further information in regards to the Blue Badge Scheme, please contact: 01302 736000

Using Your Blue Badge

With a Blue Badge you can:

park for up to three hours on a single or double yellow line as long as there are no loading restrictions. The Parking clock on the badge must be set to show your time of arrival.
park in on-street pay and display parking bays for free and for as long as you need to.
park in on street disabled parking bays for free and for as long as you need to (unleass signs say otherwise

parking in Off Street car parks - check the signage at each car park location for information, and park for free as long as you need only within the designated disabled bays

You need to make sure your Blue Badge is displayed properly in the vehicle so it can be seen easily.

it's illegal to use your Blue Badge after it's expiry date and you may be fined up to £1000 or lose your Blue Badge.

Only you can use your Blue Badge. You can use it whether you’re the driver or a passenger, but it must not be used by anyone else if you’re not in the vehicle.

For further information in regards to parking with a Blue Badge, please contact us: