Salisbury Car Parks Guide: Locations, Parking Charges and Where to Find Cheaper Parking

Finding somewhere to park in Salisbury city centre can be challenging, particularly during busy shopping periods, market days and weekends. Whether you are visiting the shops, exploring Salisbury Cathedral, attending an appointment or spending the day in the city, knowing where to park and how much it costs can help you plan your journey.

Salisbury has several public car parks offering both short-stay and long-stay parking, alongside a number of Park and Ride sites around the city. Parking charges vary depending on the location and how long you intend to stay.

Wiltshire Council introduced changes to its parking tariffs in September 2026, with charges increasing by an average of 20 per cent. This was the first general increase since 2022.

Short-stay car parks in Salisbury

Short-stay parking is generally suitable for people visiting the city centre for shopping, appointments or shorter visits. Most council-operated short-stay car parks have a maximum stay of three hours.

Brown Street East and West

Located close to Salisbury city centre, Brown Street offers convenient access to shops, restaurants and other local businesses.

The car parks are suitable for shorter visits, with charges of £2 for one hour, £3.60 for two hours and £5.90 for three hours.

Salt Lane Car Park

Salt Lane is another centrally located option, within walking distance of the main shopping streets.

Parking costs £2 for one hour, £3.60 for two hours and £5.90 for three hours.

The Maltings Car Park

Situated close to The Maltings shopping area, this car park is convenient for visitors looking to access shops, restaurants and the city centre.

Charges are £2 for one hour, £3.60 for two hours and £5.90 for three hours.

Lush House Car Park

Located on Cranebridge Road, Lush House provides another option for people visiting the city centre and nearby attractions.

The parking tariffs are £2 for one hour, £3.60 for two hours and £5.90 for three hours.

Long-stay car parks in Salisbury

For visitors planning to spend several hours in Salisbury, long-stay car parks may be a more suitable option.

Central Long Stay Car Park

Located on Mill Stream Approach, Central Long Stay is one of the main options for all-day parking in Salisbury.

The charges are £1.90 for one hour, £3.50 for two hours, £5.30 for three hours, £7.10 for four hours, £8.50 for five hours and £11.70 for an all-day ticket.

Culver Street Car Park

Culver Street is a popular option for shoppers and visitors wanting to park within walking distance of the city centre.

Parking costs £1.50 for one hour, £2.90 for two hours, £4.40 for three hours, £5.80 for four hours, £7.20 for five hours and £11.70 for the full day.

College Street Car Park

College Street offers another long-stay parking option close to the city centre and local attractions.

Charges are £2 for one hour, £3.60 for two hours, £5.70 for three hours, £6.50 for four hours, £7.80 for five hours and £11.70 for all-day parking.

Churchill Gardens Car Park

Churchill Gardens, on Southampton Road, is another long-stay parking location in Salisbury. Drivers should check the latest charges and restrictions displayed at the car park before leaving their vehicle.

Salisbury car parking prices

The following table summarises the main Wiltshire Council car park tariffs.

Prices shown are the published tariffs for the council car parks, valid from September 2026. Always check the payment machine for the applicable tariff and maximum stay.

Is Salisbury Park and Ride cheaper?

For visitors who want to avoid driving into the city centre, Salisbury's Park and Ride service offers an alternative.

There are five Park and Ride locations around Salisbury:

• Beehive Park and Ride, Castle Road, serving the north of the city.

• Wilton Park and Ride, The Avenue, serving the west.

• Britford Park and Ride, Downton Road, serving the south.

• London Road Park and Ride, serving the north-east.

• Petersfinger Park and Ride, Southampton Road, serving the south-east.

The advertised fares are £3.50 per day for parking and bus travel, or £4.50 for a group of up to four people travelling together, including parking.

Services operate Monday to Saturday, with sites closed on Sundays and public holidays. Buses generally run every 15 minutes.

For families and groups visiting Salisbury, Park and Ride can offer considerable savings compared with paying for individual city-centre parking.

Where can you park for free in Salisbury?

Drivers looking for free parking can consider Five Rivers Leisure Centre car park, which is listed as a free parking option by Experience Salisbury.

However, visitors should always check the signs for any restrictions, permitted parking periods and conditions before leaving their vehicle.

How can you pay for parking in Salisbury?

Wiltshire Council car parks offer pay-and-display facilities, with cash payments available at ticket machines. Drivers can also use MiPermit for cashless payments at participating locations.

Parking charges and operating hours depend on the type of car park. Short-stay car parks have charging hours extended to 7am to 7pm, while long-stay car parks generally retain charging hours of 8am to 6pm.

Sunday charging in short-stay car parks starts at 10am, with Sunday tariffs aligned with weekday rates. Salisbury's on-street Sunday parking charges have not been introduced.

Plan your visit to Salisbury

Whether you are visiting Salisbury for shopping, work, tourism or an appointment, checking parking prices before travelling can help avoid unexpected costs.

Short-stay car parks are convenient for quick visits, while Central Long Stay, Culver Street and College Street offer options for people planning to spend most of the day in the city.

For longer visits or group trips, Salisbury Park and Ride may be worth considering as an alternative to city-centre parking.

For the latest parking information, locations, restrictions and payment details, visit Wiltshire Council's official website: https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/parking-salisbury