A North East council has announced it will once again offer free parking after 3pm in its car parks this festive season.
Durham County Council’s Free After 3pm scheme will return on Monday 16th December and run through to Friday 3rd January.
The aim is to encourage people to shop on their local high streets and to visit the county’s hospitality venues this Christmas.
The scheme will be in operation at local authority car parks, with the exception of Hardwick Park, Wharton Park, Chester-le-Street Riverside Park, Noses Point in Seaham and on-street pay and display bays.
Stickers promoting Free After 3pm will be displayed at all participating council car park payment points.
Machines will still accept payment during this time, and no refunds will be given. Motorists are therefore advised to look out for the stickers and check the time before making a payment.
For more information about Durham County Council car parks, visit www.durham.gov.uk/carparks
Remember parking in Aycliffe town centre is free at all times.
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