FREE PARKING FOR FESTIVE SHOPPERS!
COUNCIL’S BOOST TO LOCAL BUSINESSES
FREE parking is available at car parks in Grimsby and Cleethorpes to help shoppers support the area’s businesses.
North East Lincolnshire Council approved free parking in Grimsby’s
Abbey Walk car park and High Street car park in Cleethorpes which is available from 1pm every day for the rest of December.
It is permitted at these car parks only and you do not need to get a ticket to display.
The council and its working partner, ENGIE, are offering the free parking in an aim to support local businesses and the economy as non-essential shops are now open. Councillor Stewart Swinburn, portfolio holder for environment and transport, said: “I’m delighted we’re able to offer free parking to residents during December. “Shopping local has never been more important as our local businesses continue their recovery from Covid-19, and we are keen to support them.
“In providing free parking, we hope to see people returning to the high street to support local businesses.
“But this must be done in a safe manner. Please follow Government guidance, shop safely and remember the basics – wash hands, cover face, and make space.
“We all have a part to play in reducing the spread of the virus to keep ourselves and those around us safe. If you are out shopping, please reduce the number of people you go with, and even consider going alone to reduce the transmission of Covid19.”
Abbey Walk Car Park will extend its opening hours until 9pm, Monday to Saturday, until Wednesday December, 23 to support the extended trading hours of Freshney Place.
The car park will also open on Sundays between the hours of 1pm and 6pm offering free parking.
Normal pay and display will be required from car park opening times until 1pm.
Penalty charge notices will be issued to vehicles not following the car park’s terms and conditions. For more information about parking in North East Lincolnshire, simply visit www.nelincs.gov.uk/ parking